Steven F. Archibald, 68, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 2, 2016. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 11, at the LDS Chapel located at 38001 N. Basin Road in Cave Creek. The family will receive guests during a viewing at 11 a.m. and the service will begin at noon. A military honor ceremony will follow at 2 p.m. at the National Cemetery. He was born in Brigham City, Utah, the oldest of five children. He was preceded in death by his mother, Beva Lynn (Jensen); his father, Farrell; a sister, Terry; and two brothers, Brian and Gary. Steve was married to his sweetheart, Paula, for 45 years, and loved and cared for her with a deep devotion all of his life. Survivors include his wife, Paula; his children, Jody, Christie, Jennifer, Jared, Katherine, Melissa and Emmalee; his grandchildren, Brianna, Ethan, Joshua, Tyler, Kylie, Samara and Eli; and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Todd; a nephew, Ronald; two nieces, Shelby and Ashley; and Aunt Rita and Uncle Jimmy. Steve worked hard all of his life to provide for his family, and to offer assistance and advice. He instilled in each of his children a sense of integrity and responsibility. He was an avid fisherman, loved to read and learn, worked crossword puzzles (with a pen), and had an extensive vocabulary and an excellent knowledge of geography. Children adored him and he was a favorite among the grandkids. He will be missed by all who knew him for his kindness, generosity and wisdom.
