I know Archie from Betania Presbyterian Church, my Father, Marcos Garcia, was a friend of his.  Archie was ALWAYS a kind, gentle, loving man and I am saddened to see that he has passed but I know that he is in a wonderful place now.  May God bless your Family at this difficult time.

Dear Fraijo Family - You have my deepest heartfelt condolences. May God be with you to bring you comfort and peace through this difficult time. He promises at Isaiah 61:2, 65:8, to actually do away with death forever; ... will certainly wipe the tears from all faces.

It has been an honor to be the niece of such of wonderful man. He and Nellie have always been a very important part of my life since I was born. I will miss him very much. He has left behind a great legacy, his children and their children, they have been taught with love and faith.

Querido Tio y Tia.. Familia Fraijo, 
Gracias, gran Senor Friajo..te adoramos y siempre viveras con nosotros en nuestras vidas, hoy y en adelante!  Bravo Don Archimedes 
Fraijo.. a great day of celebration--El Orgullo de Arizona!!!  Our hearts are sad but our spirit is jubilant, because you touched our lives. We will always remember you.  Que Descanse in Paz..padre, esposo, abuelo, hijo, hermano, tio, primo, amigo, companero, vecino, soldado..y mucho mas! 
Tio, you are recognized as one of the Superienos for the many contributions you have made to our great state of Arizona.   You leave many cherished memories that demonstrate your love for this country.  Your  impact to this country, state and the little town of Superio making you an icon of the CCC, the Navy, your church, and beloved familia..and as well as the extended familia are grand and inspirational. Gracias por su gran amor!
 
One of my favorite stories, I may misinterpreted it, sometimes just like Tia Nellie does! Maybe stretch the facts, no se..but Dennis Deconcini said, we should write a book about your adventures. You told me when you was arrived from the Navy, embarking in some port in America, you went to the commanding officer and told him you had lied about your age and citizenship status when trying to join the Navy.  You were 17 years of age when you joined and also was  not a US citizen, you were born in Canana Son Mexico; on the spot the officer made him a US citizen, with an honorable discharge. So, the next step you took on US soil was as a proud naturalized citizen.  Tio, we are proud of you, you served this country with much pride and always maintained high integrity.  Your daughter and many of our extended family members have served in WWII, Korean, Vietnam, Desert Storm and Iraqi wars representing all branches of the military.

You paid it forward ten times over, especially with helping the Canes family. For if it wasn't for your generosity and for doing the right thing, we would not have continued our service to the US.  Our dad, Rodolfo was a bracer in 1935...he met up with his mother and Tia Nellie in Blythe CA to work the fields.  Dad went back to Imuris Son Mex.   Later on you helped Dad migrate to the US, you wrote the letter to help my father and mother, Matilde, and four brothers migrate to Superior Az. You also helped Dad with getting a job with the Magma Copper Mine where he worked for more than 30 years.   You and Dad would commute from Mesa/Scottsdale area to Superior after they moved their families from Superior. I remember those stories Dad used tell of us of our beloved Tio Archi. 

The Rodolfo and Matilde Canes family owe you much, Gracias, Tio.  Me, well you loved my lentil soup, because you told me so!  I loved bringing the taste's of Ofelia's Traditions to your home... my culinary talents...he was one of my favorite food critics, next to Tia Nellie, of course...but both Tia and Tio helped me reach my goals..They are in my fabric of my life and successes.  A brindis to you both!
  
Another thing that identified you, Tio is how you preserved the Spanish language and culture.    Tio, you loved to speak Spanish, and you spoke it very correctly, we all learned from you.  I loved to watch how you celebrated our heritage, our identity and anytime you had the opportunity, you would, with much gusto, happiness and orgullo, especially when you and my mom would visit.  Both families lived in the same neighborhood of Magma Flats, just a few homes apart from each other.  You would come visit  "La Matilde" whom you loved dearly, you listened to my mom's golden records of great Mexican artists in the likes of  "Jorge Negrete, Javier Solis and Pedro Infante..and he threw in a few Piporro" albums, too, accompanied with a little sip of "Chucupate" mom's medicinal tequila drink..Que pachangas! 
You are a true legacy of a strong American of Mexican decent which continues making this country a more stronger and proud one.  One organization you hold dear to your heart and was very proud to serve after arriving from the Navy was to participate in the Civilian Conservation Corps, you were a  leader, a warrior and president of the chapter. Now serving in that capacity is your son Archimidies Fraijo, Jr. and daughter Gloria Fraijo.  Arizona's chapter commemorated the efforts in the 2008 celebration of an erection of a statue honoring those who served in the CCC AZ.  It reads, "Camp SP-10-A Colossal Cave Mountain Park, 1934-1937, Honoring the young men who served in the CCC  here and across the nation, with shovel and hammer, trowel and chisel, they moved earth, planted trees, crafted stone, and built structures that shape our landscape and remain the lasting legacy of their service. CCC Legacy Chapter 44 2008. My brother Jim and I accompanied you that day..it was a glorious day!
Your other passion was accompanying your daughters in Breast Cancer awareness, You and other Tios become trainers of the "Senoritas del Sol" who you're your daughters and nieces that trekked the 3 day 60 mile Breast Cancer walk...you are a true and dedicated humanitarian.  
Many of us have learned from you, Tio,,from your education, life experiences and lessons.  You were always patient in teaching; you are wise, well read and a true historian. You were sincere in helping recognize our the goals and talents, and my most learned lesson from you is to be proud, strong and never lose the faith and belief of our God, the institution of family, the respect of others, to maintain peace, and most importantly you emphasized one self's abilities and knowledge and how to apply those attributes in our daily, personal and professional lives.

With much love and admiration..your sobrina..Ofelia y Familia Acedo Canez Clan: Rodolfo, Matilde, Jose, Rodolfo, Rojelio, Ramon, Santiago, Ofelia, Herlinda, Arnoldo, Matildita, Bernardo; all from Magma Flats in Superior AZ (we are from Tia Nellies side of the familia..Tia Nellie and my father Rodolfo Acedo Canez are brother and sister). 

Cousins, know that we love you and are your side; cherish those memories and we know that Tio has united us even more closer than before. We love you all with all our hearts! God Speed

My thoughts and prayers are with your loving family at the passing of a most kind, gentle, caring and loving person...always pleasant..peace and love

I have known Archie all of my life, and what a loving and pleasant person to have known. We send the family our love, and sorry we are not able to be with all the Fraijo family. My Mother is very saddened by the news.

Our Thoughts and prayers are sent to the family.

Ben Escandon Jr. and Mother Luz Escandon

Uncle Archie your will surely be missed by everyone. But I know your are with our Heavenly Father and all of our loved ones who are no longer herd with us

Uncle Archie, I am sadened by the fact that I had not seen you for a couple of years or so, but I am ok with that fact that you are now with the rest of your family, my Nana, my Mom and Dad, Aunt Lupe, Uncle Manuel Uncle Daniel and our Tia Rosa. My heart goes out to My Aunt Nellie and my cousins, Arch, Gloris, Esther and Joann for the loss of a great man.  Love you all

My sincere condolences to all the fam. of Archie, who was an adored friend  to all, a smile that will never be forgotten, and a wonderful husband to Nellie, a father to his wonderful children  and loyal to his church. He will be greatly missed, may God Bless your family at this time of sorrow. 
Yolanda (Lopez)  Minard & Terry Minard  (Avondale)  Az

With sincere sympathy at the passing of your patriarch. Wishing you Peace.
Shari C., Phoenix AZ

Another pillar of Betania is with the Lord. Nellie, Gloria, Esther, Archie, Joann, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a man like no other. "A gentle giant".
Matthew 25:21 "His master replied, "Well done, good and faithful servant!"

Familia Fraijo's

There are so few words that can convey the sadness I have for the lost of My Tio. I know that my Tio was continually surrounded with Love and Familia. My heart is lightened in knowing that his new journey was started with a beautiful ending surrounded by all of you.

I was once told that in a minutes time you can encounter a special person, an hour to appreciate that person. Time evolving into a day to truly love them, but it takes an entire lifetime to forget them. My Tio will be forever in my heart. Thank you for Sharing him with me and my family. Love Norma

My thoughts, prayers and sincere condolences to the entire Fraijo family at this time of great loss....Papa Fraijos lives on in each and every one of you...That is a testament to the greatness of this dear man...Sincerely, Jeri Mcadam

I first met this family in about 1970 and Archie Sr. was the nicest, funniest guy - even to a bunch of goofball teenage boys. We salute the great care the family gave to Archie Sr. in his final years. What a wonderful family.

TO THE FRAIJO FAMILY FROM THE OLD NEIGHBERHOOD OF SCOTTSDALE THE LEYVAS FAMILY EXPRESSES OUR DEEPEST CONESDOLENC. OUR PRAYERS AND WARM THOUGHTS OF PEACE  AND HEALING ARE WITH YOU ALL .

I lived next door to this marvelous man and his wonderful family beginning when I was about 2 yr old. My dad worked very long hours, my mother who was all of about 21 years old, was left at home with no car and very lonely. Archie and his wife, Nellie took my mother and me under their wing. I thought they were my uncle and aunt. I loved going into their house, it always smelled like fresh tortillas. I had dinner at their house a few years ago, and I marvelled at how he was still the same kind and loving man that I remembered as a child. I am certain my mother, along with the thousands of people whose lives Archie touched, was there waiting for him as he entered heaven.

OBITUARY

Archimedes Archie Rios Fraijo

September 21, 1923 – February 8, 2012

Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery

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