Alice Joy Archer, 86, of Harrison, AR, passed away on Saturday, April 20, 2024 peacefully in her home. She was born October 1, 1937 in Sault Ste., Michigan to Albert Virgil Hardesty and Mabel Alice Hardesty. She loved the Lord, any and all animals, the outdoors, her family, and beloved dog, Bo. Joy lived her life to the fullest and enjoyed her retirement on top of her mountain. She owned and ran multiple businesses throughout her life including a trucking business, a school, a jewelry shop and was a realtor for many years. She was married to the late Earl Archer and is survived by her daughters, Deborah Archer and Naomi Martin and grandchildren, Lynnda Robbins (Wayne), Zachary Fulton, Kristin Martin, and Matthew Martin. She is also survived by 4 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers Robert Eugene Hardesty (Hazel) and Albert Hardesty, and sister Dolores Wilson. A crypt side service will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Memorial Park, 7405 W. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, Texas 75225.