Archibald Fletcher Obituary

Archie entered my life as an 80-something year old student in my U.S. History class at the College of Lake County. The 18-19 year olds had a quizzical, bemused look on their faces that first day when they noticed him. By the second or third week these students were happily greeting and goofing around with Archie.

Early in that semester Archie got into an intense debate with a student sitting across the room, over the meaning of some historical documents we were analyzing. Archie never talked down to Josue and treated his analysis seriously, but he also made his case forcefully. They were classroom buddies ever after. Archie won over his young, fellow students, by, yes, being a kind and generous man, but also by taking the business of making sense of the American past seriously and taking their views and thinking on the documents and subject seriously. His young friends could see that Archie had lived a lot of history, and yet, not unlike them, was still in search of a better, more accurate understanding of our national story. He was inspiring to us all.

A final personality trait of Archie´s: unlike virtually all other seniors who would occasionally show up in my classes for intellectual engagement, Archie always took the quizzes and tests and wrote the papers. And, yes, he would occasionally debate his grade with the professor.

I loved that man. My condolences to his family and loved ones.

Dear Fletcher Family, I am so sorry to hear about Archie. Hold on tight to each other and believe he is with your loved ones in heaven and loving the reunion. We have to believe they are in a better place. Love and prayers to the entire family. Debby Chambers

I served on the PADS Board of Directors with Archie, and I enjoyed working with him very much. He was absolutely hilarious and had a huge heart for public service! He will be very much missed.

I only knew Archie when his son David and I were in Junior High and High School together, but I have fond memories of him. I am especially grateful of his support for David, who organized the more academic / less athletic guys from the neighborhood and made sure we could have fun playing baseball and football whether we were good at them or not. Thanks Archie!

He was one in a million! What a great man with an amazing business mind. I was blessed to have worked at Fletcher Chicago with Archie and Tom. I would get on the express in Evanston and many times ride with Archie. He was aware of my love of and high school sport´s athletic background. He was grooming me to be in sales and to work along side Tom. He told me to get the newspaper every morning and read the sports page. It would serve me well when meeting with males in the industry. I took his advice!
I felt he treated me as a daughter and truly took me under his wing. I enjoyed my time with Archie and Tom, but I met the love of my life and moved to Texas. Happily that was a good move as I have been happily married for 34 years.
I´ve thought many times about Archie and the lessons I learned and took with me into my own photography business. Bless you Archie for being such a positive influence on a young girl who needed direction.
For all who are missing him, you know he was amazing and lived a wonderful life. Be at peace.

Ed Gilliland - Archie touched so many lives, as did the organization he nurtured - Fletcher Chicago. Archie will have a Robotic Camera at the Gates as he Welcomed Home.
Thanks Archie for all you Did - Sincere Condolences The Entire Fletcher Family.

In my heart, Archie will always be family. In his memory, Ken and I will be making a donation to PADS Lake County: Providing Advocacy, Dignity, and Shelter. I know their organization was very dear to him, and I know how hard he worked for them. Sally, Tom, David, and dear Kathy -- thank you so much for sharing Archie with so many of his extended "Fletch Family." Hugs - from "Frontdesk Mary"

So sorry to hear of Archie's passing. He certainly was a trailblazer and I am grateful to be a part of his network. The man could tell a great tale and throw a fantastic pizza party. One was quickly comfortable in his presence. Our sincere and heartfelt sympathies to his family.

Archie was a great business and family man. He has impacted many lives. What a blessed life! He spread so much positivity and inspired others to pursue their dreams. He was the definition of a "game changer".

Archie's vision and business acumen have provided many people like me an opportunity to pursue their dreams and provide for their families. I am forever grateful. My condolences to his family and friends.

Our deepest sympathies to the Fletcher family for the loss of Archie. I personally have many good memories of Chicago and Cleveland that include Archie. I will always be grateful to him for his support and encouragement over the years. He will be missed dearly. Love, Joyce & Scott Jr. (Reichard Family)

Archie was quite a guy! He was a great customer of Panasonic remote controllable cameras used for Fletcher´s Sports Division. We had golf and several golf friends in common. He was a great story-teller and fun to know.
My respects to Tom, Sally, and the rest of the family.
Ned Johnston

Archie was one of the titans ... hard to imagine a world without him. Sending love from Will, KayLynn, and Marion.

Wow David after reading about your Dad here I see that it runs in the family, the `make it happen" gene. I pray that you are comforted by the fact that he had a great earthly run.

Our deepest sympathies to Dr. Fletcher and family.

It was a pleasure to have Archie as my brother-in-law. He made my sister happy.

Condolences to the Fletcher family.
Our sincerest regrets,
Dr. Brian and Megan Ogan

Condolences to The Fletcher family. I met Mr. Fletcher through his son, Dr. David Fletcher, and the warmth and grace he showed during our interaction have stayed with me. Kishor Thope & Family