The Memorial Wall

Aaron Bernard Archer (ABA) Mr. A died-on November 3rd 2024 at 71 years of age, after doing the best he could managing several years of declining health due to Parkinson's Disease. He passed away at his home surrounded by his family.

Aaron attended both Binghamton North and Central High Schools. He left high school to pursue a study in real life. Two years later he achieved his GED and became the first black apprentice and journeyman of Ironworker local 158 serving in various officers' positions. After nearly 40 years of Ironwork, he retired from Local 60 Syracuse in 2015. He was a nurturing, patient, and unconditionally loving father to his 3 children and grandchildren who learned by his example and actions to do your best even when it's not going as well as hoped. One of his greatest joys was growing up in a large family with his 5 brothers, 4 sisters, and loving beautiful mother.

Aaron was predeceased by his mother Olivia Archer, his sister Jacquelyn Wilson, his brother Nathan Archer, his nephew Andre Archer, his father Frederick Archer, and in- laws Leon and Gloria Witteman.

He is survived by his wife and partner of over 50 years Karen; his children Amber Archer Zummo (Jason) Daena Archer Scharfenstein (Chris), Quinton Archer, grandchildren Mikayla(Nathan), Kiana, Aaron Joseph (A.J); Brothers Tommy, Freddy, Stephen, Astor; sisters Romaine (Nolan), Jenny, Theresa; Brothers in Law Michael (Hope) and Chris; sister-in-law Laurie (Tom) Kathie as well as a number of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Those of us left behind remember Aaron's love, his brilliant humor, his perfect face and smile that lit up the darkest of places and warmed the coldest of hearts. He possessed a comprehensive knowledge of history, geography, and political science. He had the ability to hold his own in conversations with those who had far more formal education than he and he patiently without realizing taught the rest of us what we didn't realize we didn't know.

At this time, we feel Aaron's absence deeply. But in time remembering his smile, heart of gold, his brilliant humor, his legacy of doing the best you can lives on and will surely guide us to better days.

Aaron's family extends gratitude to the medical personnel who cared for Aaron before and during declining health Doctors Patel, Iqbol, Aouad, Heidi Dieck,FNP, Cori Pane, NP. Guthrie Lourdes Hospice staff Lauren Nelson RN, and Doctors Demaine and DeFerrante. A heartfelt thank you to Val Joe who went above and beyond providing home care when we needed it most.

King passed away January 14, 2023. He was a great husband, father, friend and a kind and generous boss.
Clyde was a native Californian, born in Los Angeles, CA in 1945. He spent most of his life on the West Coast. He served 4 years in the U.S. Navy after high school and went on to complete a Masters Degree in English at San Francisco State University. He loved long range fishing out of San Diego and caught many large tuna. Although he had Parkinson's for 30+ years, he never wanted to be known as "that Parkinson guy". He bravely underwent 3 experimental brain surgeries that greatly helped with symptoms.
Clyde founded King Instrument Company in 1983 and has been a successful owner and entrepreneur ever since.
He is preceded in death by his father Ozzie King, his mother Frances King, his sister Carol Russell and his brother Ron King. He is survived by his wife Carole, his son Henry and his sisters Jeanne Hendrickson and Janet King. Everyone who knew Clyde knew of his love of grammar. He would get cranky when someone would say "very unique" and would say, "you can't say very unique, it either is or it isn't". You'd be surprised how many times you will hear it. When you do, we hope you will remember Clyde.

It is with profound sadness that the family of Beverly Anderson Jobe announces her passing from complications of Parkinson's Disease on June 1, 2022. She is survived by her sons Blair, Cameron (Jerry), Meredith (Carol) and Christopher (Melanie) and her grandchildren Nick, Patrick, Mallory (Aaron), Marlene, Kevin, Christina, Olivia & Ian and one great-grandson (Nathan Reese).

Bev was a best friend to so many, always aware of their needs and ready to step up. She was an active member of the Brentwood Garden Club, eager to host the members in her home for lectures and luncheons.

Bev's love of travel began as a flight attendant for American Airlines during the 1950's. Bev was a true lover of travel and went to many places throughout the world in order to learn about and enjoy many different cultures.
 

Bert Lovitt passed away peacefully on March 27th in La Jolla, California after a courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease. Born in Macon, Georgia to Irving and Millie Lovitt, his family moved to Miami Beach, Florida when he was 10. After graduating from Miami Beach High School, Bert attended Tulane University and the University of Vienna. It was in Vienna that he discovered his passion for movies and the arts.
After transferring to and graduating from USC film school, he went on to lead a wide and varied career in film editing. In addition, he wrote several screenplays and a novel. He was especially proud of achieving his dream of writing, producing, and directing the play "Saint Jack and the Machine" and the film adaptation "Prince Jack." He taught film editing at the American Film Institute and will be remembered for mentoring other filmmakers over the years.
Blessed with a brilliant, creative mind, Bert transitioned to inventing later in life. He received multiple patents and founded the all-terrain roller skate company, LandRoller, Inc. Bert's skates received several awards for top new sports product and are on display in the National Museum of Rollerskating. During this time, Bert frequently guest lectured at Loyola Marymount Business School.
Bert possessed an incomparable zest for life from an early age and made many enduring friendships along the way. All who knew Bert celebrate and remember his unwavering love for his family and friends, his sharp intellect, quick wit and unforgettable sense of humor. His loyalty, gentle nature and southern charm were hallmarks of his personality. He will be missed by all the people lucky enough to have known him.
We cherish his memory and mourn a great loss. Bert is survived by his wife Barbara, brother Ron, children Ara (Traci), Bryn, Reed, and grandchildren Max and Peter.

Born in Ann Arbor, Michigan on April 21, 1940, Jacquie moved to Southern California as a child with her parents. In 1959, she married the love of her life, Edward P. Young, Jr. They had five children.
A passionate teacher with a huge heart, she was honored by the Walk of Hearts Foundation in 2005 as an Outstanding and Inspirational Educator. A bronze plaque commemorating her was installed in Canoga Park across from the Madrid Theatre.
Jacquie dedicated her time and energy to many community organizations, but gradually withdrew after being diagnosed with atypical Parkinson's disease. She passed away peacefully at her home in West Hills on April 25, 2022.
She is survived by two sisters, her spouse of 63 years, and four adult children, five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. Her brother and eldest son both predeceased her.