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Dr. Mary Frances Archey

September 15, 1947 - June 19, 2023

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Obituary For Dr. Mary Frances Archey

Dr. Mary Frances Archey, Ed.D/NCC Vice President of Academic Affairs, Emeritus, CCAC, age 75, died on Monday June 19, 2023 at UPMC St. Margaret’s. Dr. Archey was born on September 15, 1947, in Elkins WV and raised in Johnstown, PA. She earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology from the University of Pittsburgh, master’s degree in Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and doctorate in Education from West Virginia University. A dedicated educator, she served as Dean of Students at West Virginia Northern Community College (Wheeling) then at Community College of Allegheny County in various academic positions, finally attaining Vice President of Academic Affairs. She enjoyed volunteering in many areas, including the Greater Pittsburgh Area Food Bank, McKeesport Area History and Cultural Museum, instructing for the Foundation of Hope at the Allegheny County Jail, doing projects for Pittsburgh Cares-Retired Senior Volunteer Project, and for her church, Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma professional educators, Beta Sigma Phi, and a member of the National Board of Certified Counselors. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ross and Carmela Onofaro. She is survived by her devoted husband of forty-one years, Rick Archey, along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and brothers and sisters in law. Friends will be received at the John Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 from 6-8 p.m. and Thursday from 2-8 p.m. Funeral prayer on Friday morning at 9:15. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. in Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Interment is private, in Johnstown, PA. Those wishing to donate in lieu of flowers may do so to Triumph of the Holy Cross Parish, 139 Gill Hall Road, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025.

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  • June 25, 2023

    Anna Cotter

    Rick you have my deepest sympathies. Mary Frances was a true leader that loved her students. She believed in me when others didn't and I always admired her. Please reach out if there is anything I can help with during this difficult time.

  • June 22, 2023

    Marilyn Burke

    Mary Frances was truly a special person and will be missed. We became friends years ago at Pitt, working together on the Alumnae Council and Alumni Board of Directors. My deepest sympathy to Rick and to all of her family. Marilyn Burke

  • June 22, 2023

    Gretchen Mullin-Sawicki

    Dr. Archey was a consummate professional, always supporting students, mentoring faculty and junior administrators. I admired her work ethic, note-taking skills and thoughtfulness. She left her academic mark on CCAC and I will always remember her kindness towards me. RIP.

  • June 22, 2023

    Nancy Jo Lauso

    I had the pleasure of working for Mary Frances at CCAC. She was a great boss and I thought of her as a friend. She was asked a lot but also gave a lot. Nancy Jo Lauso

  • June 21, 2023

    Angie Ondrik

    I worked as a Faculty Secretary in Mary Frances Department, she was very dedicated to the students and college. Sympathy to her husband and loved ones. RIP

  • June 21, 2023

    Tom Tur.ich

    Long time colleague and friend over 30 plus years at CCAC. Sorry for the loss, she will be missed.

  • June 20, 2023

    PETE THOMAS GALLO

    RICK, SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOU'RE WIFE ,TAKE CARE, PETE GALLO

  • June 20, 2023

    Julia Fennell

    What a loss — Mary Frances will be greatly missed. A true advocate for student-centered learning, she inspired those with whom she worked to strive to give our best to our students, the college, and the community. I'm grateful for her mentorship. My deepest sympathy to her husband Rick and her family.

  • June 20, 2023

    Bonnie Ordonez

    Mary Francis was an amazing mentor and gave me my first faculty position. She was always supportive and forever dedicated to her students and employees. May she rest in peace.

  • June 20, 2023

    Kathy Weir

    I was saddened to hear the passing of Mary Frances. She was truly an inspiration. My heartfelt sympathies to her family and her husband Rick.

  • June 20, 2023

    Joyce Breckenridge

    I am so deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my good friend Mary Frances. A dedicated educator and truly one of a kind. She will be sorely missed. My condolences to her devoted husband Rick, and all her family.

  • June 20, 2023

    Christopher Belcher

    She was a dedicated and driven educator who had an enormous influence on her colleagues and the institutions she touched over her many years of professional services.