Archie McCoy Quick

Archie McCoy Quick, the son of the late Archie Moody Quick and Goldie Lee (Thompson) Quick, was born on December 10, 1942, in St. Louis, Missouri. The family home was in Bunker, Missouri. During his childhood, Archie was raised by his foster parents, Elix and Faye Saylors. At the age of seven, he moved to Poplar Bluff, Missouri, where he spent most of his formative years. Archie attended school in Poplar Bluff and graduated from Fisk Rombauer High School with the Class of 1961. After high school, Archie worked for a while before being drafted into the United States Army. He served for two years and received an honorable discharge. On June 28, 1969, Archie married Marlene Elena Fischer in St. Louis County, and together they enjoyed over 56 years of marriage, raising three children: Jeffrey, Julie, and Derek. Several years after his initial military service, Archie chose to reenlist in the United States Army. He served faithfully until his honorable discharge in 1986 while stationed at Ft. Riley, Kansas. Archie continued his service by working for three years at the prison in Jefferson City, Missouri, followed by employment as a civil service worker. He was medically retired in 2000. Archie loved spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He was an avid runner, regularly going on runs, and in his younger years, he enjoyed playing softball and bowling. A devoted St. Louis Cardinals baseball fan, he watched as many games as possible. One of his proudest possessions was his restored 1973 Plymouth Satellite. Family was extremely important to Archie, and he cherished every moment with his loved ones. He enjoyed traveling with them to places like Gulf Shores, Alabama, and valued time spent at home, especially with his grandchildren. Archie passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Lake Regional Hospital in Osage Beach, Missouri, at the age of 83. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. Archie is survived by his wife, Marlene Quick, of the home; three children: Jeffrey Quick of Richland, MO, Julie Hampston (Daniel) of The Villages, FL, and Derek Quick of Richland, MO; nine grandchildren: Kaley, Jade, Jaxon, Dylan, Saige, Madison, Kameron, Kayci, and Mazikeen; seven great grandchildren; two siblings: Jerry Quick (Bonnie) of St. James, MO, and Sharon Meier (Roger) of Las Vegas, NV; as well as several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents, Archie was preceded in death by several siblings: Clarence “Sonny”, Emma, Larry, Marge, Robert, Rosa Lee, and Sandy, along with two infant brothers, Louis and Lawrence, and three infant sisters, Imogene, Raygene, and Sarah. Even though he is no longer with us, Archie’s devotion to his country and his family will remain in our hearts forever. Services were held at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in the Memorial Chapel of Richland with Chaplain Rick Herald. Favorite music recordings included “Wish You Were Here,” “Give Heaven Some Hell,” “Everything I Own,” and “Freebird.” Escorts included Daniel Hampston, Derick Quick, Dylan Oursbourn, Chris Otte, Jeff Quick, and Mike Webster. Burial with Military Honors provided by United States Army followed in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery of Waynesville. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapel of Richland. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Archie Quick and may be left at Memorial Chapel of Richland.

Archie McCoy Quick

December 10, 1942 - March 12, 2026