Wayne Archer
July 10, 1932 ~ March 23, 2016
Wayne Archer, 83 of Waverly, passed away Wednesday March 23, 2016 in Greenwood. He was born July 10, 1932 in Martin County to the late Stanford Earl and Zelda M. (Howell) Archer. On December 29, 1956 Wayne was united in marriage to his loving wife, Virginia Estelene (Roach) Archer; she survives.
He was proud to have served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War; discharged in 1955. He worked in Skill Trade at the Allison Division of General Motors for many years before he retired. Wayne was a faithful member of the Waverly United Methodist Church where he taught Sunday school for many years and was an active member of the Boy Scouts for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, but mostly enjoyed spending time at home with his family. A loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather Wayne will be missed by his loving family, friends and colleagues.
Along with his wife, other survivors include his three children, David W. (Carol) Archer of Bloomington, Steven D. (Mae) Archer of New Whiteland and Angela K. Naue of Mooresville; his brother, Grover F. (Janice) Archer of Anderson; 12 grandchildren, Emily, Sarah, Matthew, Angel, Jeffery, Jeremy, Jessica, Katie, Alexis, Liam, Jacob and Rebekah and four great grandchildren.
Wayne was also preceded in death by his sister, Marlene Simons.
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Monday, March 28 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. in the chapel at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Rev. Bill VanHorn will conduct the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at IOOF Cemetery, Waverly. Please consider making a donation in loving memory of Wayne Archer to Disabled American Veterans; envelopes will be provided at the funeral home. You are invited to visit www.CarlisleBranson.com where you may sign the online guest registry and leave a personal message for the family.
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How does one honor a man like Wayne? He was our friend for ~38 years; he and Estelene were our first friends when we moved to Indiana. Wayne was patient and kind with an amazing sense of humor!!! Wayne was trustworthy, adored his wife and children, worked hard, and loved the Lord–characteristics of a disciple of Christ 🙂 We shared some intense life experiences together–the kind of friend one could call at 3 am and know he would respond. We trusted Wayne to retrieve our other children from day care when our son died–a kindness forever emblazoned on our hearts! I can still see him standing in the car port as the children came into the house; his compassion was palpable with little need for words. We will miss Wayne deeply and always; still, we know he is whole in heaven and rejoicing. Wayne: When you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced You lived your life so that when you died, the world cried And you rejoiced Safe in the arms of Jesus!! We love you Estelene and family; our prayers are with you on this journey ‘Casting all your care on Him, for He cares for you’ 1 Peter 5:7 Love, Linda, Bill, Hannah, Mark, Daris
I have only the fondest memories of Wayne. I loved and respected him. He always made me laugh. Soft-spoken, gentle, kind. God’s Light definitely shined right through him & onto everyone he met. Rest easy. To his family: I’m deeply sorry for your tremendous loss. I’m praying for you all.
Kathy and I want to send our love and sympathy to Estelene and all the family. Wayne was a wonderfully kind and gentle godly man to all who knew him. We served as pastoral family at Waverly UMC back in the early 90s. His faith and wisdom impacted many families while we were there. He welcomed us with open arms and I know he supported the ministry in the Waverly area for many many years. Our son Ronnie was especially fond of him and speaks of him often. Estelene, we know you will miss him but your Easter faith tells you He is in the arms of the Father’s love in the true home of all God’s children where we will all be eternally. May Christ, family and friends comfort you as you celebrate his life. All our love to you and your family. You are in our prayers. Revs Ron and Kathy George (Ronnie, Brandy and Christopher)
I will always remember Wayne as a very kind, caring, gentle man who was always ready to help someone out. He always made everyone feel welcome. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Estelene……You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers. May God bring you & your family peace & comfort during this difficult time. Prayers for you & your family, Carol Barnes & family
Wayne was my father in law for 12 years. He was a great man and will be missed very much. He loved his family.
On March 23 a precious light went out in this world. Wayne lives in my memory as a soft-spoken gentleman who lived out his love for the Lord and love of his family with quiet faithfulness. However, he also had an amazing wit and sense of humor and a wonderful laugh! We are blessed to have some of his beautiful woodwork in our home…a reminder of a generous and kind man! I am so grateful for his influence in my life! Estelene, David, Angie, Steve and Angel, you are in my heart and remembered in my prayers. With Love, Hannah (Strickland) Huddleston
We were so sorry to hear about Wayne. Our prayers to the family.
Rest in peace uncle Wayne! Aaron
Mrs. Archer, David, Angie, and Steve I am so Sorry to hear of your Loss. He was a Great Man and Great Neighbor. I remember as a Kid growing up when My Brother and I would go to church. Mr. Archer was always there at church every Sunday at the Waverly United Methodist Church. When My Father Passed away and We Sold My Families Home, We donated some Beds in 2005 to the Church for Flood victims in Waverly. Mr. Archer and Steve came over to help load them up and take them down to the Church. He was always there to Help Others In Need. My Sincere Condolences for your entire Family Linda K Roddy