Albert C. Archer Obituary (1931

Deacon Albert Carrington Archer, born July 8, 1931 to the late Eugene Carrington and Mabel Carter Archer as their fifth child. Deacon Archer departed this life to be with God Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at 1:30 PM. He succumbed at Chippenham Medical Hospital in Richmond, VA after years of being ill. Deacon Archer was born in Amelia County, VA, where he joined Mt. Olive Baptist Church at an early age. Later on, he was ordained as a Deacon at Mt. Olive Baptist Church. He served at Mt. Olive and at Bethia Baptist until his health began to fail. Eugene, Robert, Franklin, Ruby, Pearl, Bertha and Aubrey. Deacon Archer made his home in Amelia County. On July 30, 1949, he married Sylvester Mae Featherson & from this union there are two children. He owned and operated a small business - "A.C. Archer Contracting" - where his sons (Albert/Charles), James Jr., William T., Rex P. & Mr. Jones were employed. His word and handshake made his business a success. Later years, he was employed by Southern States and retired from Philip Morris USA in Richmond, VA. "Al," as he was called by friends and neighbors, attended Chula School in Amelia. He enjoyed visiting area churches, reading his bible, fishing, upholstery, giving life advice and reminiscing about the old days. In the community, he was active in the Masonic Brother Hood and the Promise Keepers. Deacon Archer relished visiting with friends and acquaintances at the Amelia Nursing Home. Big Daddy (stemmed by Big Momma for grandchildren) was a strong man who believed in God with all his soul. He was adored by his siblings, nieces, nephews (faithful Reggie/Danny), cousins & others. He was admired and loved by his granddaughter, Christina as he was her partner in crime. They were buddies. Big Daddy was a thoughtful, devoted and amazing husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He always had time to talk and share old times. He was called Big Daddy by all who truly loved him. "Big Daddy" will be deeply missed! Survived by his devoted wife "Vess" (Sylvester) of 70 years; two children, Albert (Dorothy) and Charles (Sharron); six grandchildren (Alonzo, Bonita, Charles, Jr., Chirstina, Kimberly and Vantrece; four great-grandchildren; two sister in-laws, Estelle Archer & Mabel Harris; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins & devoted friends; several adopted children whom he cherished; son Charles who always supported him; John Ford & Wendell Scott who were very special neighbors and would serve day or night.