1945 – 2012

POLAND — Archie Vernon Sawyer died on Oct. 12, at home, surrounded by his much-loved family.

Archie was born to Araminta and Melon Sawyer, Aug. 12, 1945. He married the love of his life, Rena Gagnon, 50 years ago. Archie was self-employed and worked very hard to maintain a good business reputation. He loved working and enjoyed all his co-workers at Pike Industries.

Archie is deeply missed by Rena and sister-in-law, Loretta Enman (of 50 years.) Archie was a very dedicated family man, and his children knew without a doubt that he loved them all deeply and without reserve. He enjoyed spending time with his family, his dog, fishing, working in his yard, watching wildlife and collecting antiques for his family.

Archie took much joy in working with his sons and chatting with his daughters while having coffee. His sense of humor, strong opinions, singing and whistling and his love of life are missed by all who knew him. The impact of our loss can’t be put into words.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, Rena; daughter, Carol Cook and son-in-law, Jesse Cook; son, Steven Sawyer; daughter, Tina Cotton and son-in-law, Ray Cotton; son, Jarrod Sawyer; son, Joshua Sawyer; sister-in-law, Loretta Enman; sister, Bonnie Gould; brother, Jeffery Sawyer and sister-in-law, Sandra Sawyer; sister, Valeda Edwards; grandchildren, Ashlie and Adam Cotton, Michael and Heath Cook, Brandon Roux, Alyssa McQuade, Caleb and Cody Sawyer, Christina Edwards and Hannah and Jillian Sawyer; and great-grandson, Kason Coffin. He will be missed by dozens of nieces, nephews, in-laws, friends and his best friend, Dick Gagnon.

He joins in heaven his parents, Amanita and Melon; sister, Sue Gagnon; brother-in-law, Larry Gould; brother-in-law, David Gagnon; childhood friend, Lotti; and mother- and father-in-law, June and Rene Gagnon.

A special thank-you to Pat and also a special thanks to the wonderful Beacon House and our angel, Jessica Meserve, also to Linda McSherry and Shelly Thorpe at Stephens Memorial Hospital.

Dad, we know you’re in heaven and hold a place for us all. You were the glue that held us all together. We love you and miss you beyond words.

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