Archie Franklin Chappell, age 71, of Keysville, Virginia entered his eternal home with the Lord on January 2, 2025.
Archie was a lifelong truck driver who spent decades behind the wheel of a tractor-trailer. His career as a truck driver took him across the country, where he made countless memories and friendships along the way. He will be remembered for his unwavering loyalty to his family, his sense of humor, and his ability to find the beauty in the simple moments of life. He was someone who never met a stranger, and his kind spirit left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered.
He is survived by his nieces and nephews: Claude Chappell, April Chappell, Sandra Brockwell, Felicia Cassada and Lee Pollard. He is also survived by numerous great-nieces and nephews. Archie was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Mary Chappell; sisters Doris Williams and Mildred Pollard; and niece Angela Johnson.
Visitation with the family will be held on Tuesday, January 7th, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Browning-Duffer Funeral Home. The Browning-Duffer Funeral Home in Keysville, VA is in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Truckers Parade Against Cancer-ACS C/O Sheila Jones at 372 Hidden Treasure Lane Pamplin, VA 23958.
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Evelyn
I am so sorry for archie’s passing. He was an important to me and my family. RIP Archie.We love you <3
Natasha Campbell
Sending prayers to his family and friends. Archie was like an uncle to me when I was younger. He spent many years with my Aunt Barbara and I was always very fond of him. I’m so sorry he is gone. I know he will be missed by many!❤️
Bartley Crouch
April & Felicia, I’m so sorry to hear of your Uncle Archie’s (Diesel Daddy) passing. He was a long time driver for my Dad (Homer). Archie was one of a kind spending countless hours behind the “big wheel”. I’m keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers as God wraps His loving arms around you to comfort you. God Bless each of you in this difficult time. Bart Crouch