Archibald “Arch” Charles Pafford, husband of Mireille Pafford of Miramichi, NB, passed away at the Miramichi Regional Hospital, after a long and valiant healthcare battle, on Wednesday, June 5th, 2024, at the age of 82.

Born in Corner Brook, NL, on October 21st, 1941, he was the son of the late William and Elizabeth (Sheppard) Pafford.

Arch served as a member of the Canadian Military for 11 years, and served postings in both France and Germany. 

Arch was also an active and dedicated member of the community.  He was a founding member and eventual leader of the Confederation of Regions provincial political party, an Artist, and avid Gardener.  He served as President of the Miramichi SPCA, Newcastle Figure Skating Club, Miramichi Jaycee’s, Miramichi Toastmasters, Nordin Recreational Council, Miramichi Garden Club, and Miramichi Crime Stoppers. He was the founding President of the French Fort Cove Development Committee.  He served as Chairman for the Local Service District of Nordin, the NB Figure Skating Championships, and the Concerned Citizen’s Committee.  He was a Team Leader for the Heart and Stroke Foundation, and a member of the Saint Andrew’s Anglican Church, Newcastle. 

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