"I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was a truly amazing person. I met him when I purchased the house next door back in 2001 and the jokes, laughter and friendship continued from there. I would always look forward to Halloween when he would swing by and show my his latest costume that he had created-- will never forget the Cereal (serial) Killer :-) Brian brought joy and laughter to all around him. He also was one of the bravest men I know as he continued to laugh and keep his upbeat attitude once diagnosed and during treatment. I will miss you very much Brian."
In loving memory of
Brian Archibald
Brian Andrew Archibald, our beloved son and brother was born in Ukiah, CA on September 25, 1964 and passed away on March 20, 2013. He is survived by his parents Bob and Margaret Archibald of Glendale, AZ; his loving sister Hope Enterline and her husband Max of Phoenix, AZ. He is also survived by his dear aunts Diane Willems and husband John of Vancouver, WA and Belva Friesen and husband Alvin of Upland, CA; his cousins David Willems, Carl Friesen (Elaine), Karen Duvall (Bruce), Jon Friesen (Rochelle) and Rod Willems (Maggie), all of California. He also leaves behind his beloved soul mate Katy Brinegar; his dear buddies Tony Estrada, Peter Groskopf and Keith Heiman, and his dog Jade. Brian moved to Phoenix in 1972 and attended Ironwood Elementary and Greenway High School, Class of 1982. He continued his education graduating from Northern Arizona Univ. in 1986. Brian has been employed as a Senior Underwriter for Federated Mutual Insurance Co. of Glendale, AZ since 1995. Brian had an extraordinary sense of humor and love for his fellow man. It is a tribute to his character that he has left so many caring friends. He always had a smile and was quick with a joke. Visitation will be 5 - 8 pm, Tuesday March 26th at Hansen Mortuary, 8314 N. 7th St. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 27th at Christ's Church of the Valley, 7007 W. Happy Valley Rd. at 10:30 am, followed by a Gathering for family and friends. Burial will follow at Sunland Memorial Park, 15826 N. Del Webb Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Memorial Sloan-Kettering cancer Center or a charity of your choice. Online condolences can be sent to www.hansenmortuary.com .
Tributes
"Scared little brother with glasses and me as Kindergarten escort; Annoying little brother on my side of the back seat; Camping brother sleeping end to end in our tent; John Wayne-impersonator brother who met his idol; Scout brother who won the Ladmo bag; Sports brother who kept Dad driving around to games; Mama\'s boy brother who proclaimed himself the favored child; Ladies man brother hitting on my friends; Comedian brother whose funniest lines were about himself; Selfless brother who kept a secret at my wedding; Brave brother making the nurses laugh; defying the odds. All my brothers Always. Love, Hope "
"Bob and Margaret I am sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathy to you both, your family and his friends - I am sure he will be missed. You and yours will be in my thoughts and prayers. Vivian Titus (BLM)"
"Brian was such a man of courage! He endured much dealing with his illness, but always with that wonderful sense of humor! I am praying for all of you, in dealing with the devastating loss of Brian. "
"Bob and Margaret sorry to hear of your loss, Brian is in our prayers. Jim and Anne Heller "
"I worked with Brian through the Federated office in Owatonna. He was always quick to help me and give me a laugh. I had the pleasure of meeting him face to face when I was visited the Phoenix office a few years ago. He will be greatly missed. My sympathy and prayers to his family and friends. Jackie Reider"