Obituary of Archie Lou Coley, Sr.

Archie was born in Cushing, Oklahoma to Richard Coley and Annie (Owens), Archie was one of nine children. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Faye Coley, his son Archie Coley Jr., and his granddaughter Danielle Coley. Archie is survived by his daughter Denise, his grandchildren Joshua, Joseph, Jeremiah, Cody, Anthony, Vanessa, and Jasmine, and many great-grandchildren. A long-time resident of the Bay Area and Santa Cruz, California, Archie and his wife Faye ran a successful tree and demolition company for many years. He later retired to Forsyth, Montana. Archie was a member of the San Mateo County Mounted Patrol and Shack Riders, he enjoyed horseback riding, hunting, fishing, and just having a good ‘ol time with his many friends. He was a United States Navy Veteran of the Korean War. Graveside service with Military Honors will be held at 10 o’clock in the morning, Saturday April 15, 2023 at Santa Cruz Memorial Park, 1927 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060.