Archie "AC" Cornelius Dines, the son of John Leslie Dines and Georgia Mae (Miller) McClure was born on May 5, 1938. He grew up in the Appleton City, Missouri, area, and he attended Appleton City High School. After completing his education, he went to work at the Rockville gas station and also farmed for the Knights and Schooleys. During this time, he met and married Margaret Foster on May 31, 1964. To this union two daughters were born: Julie and Nina. 

A.C. cherished his family, his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They were the light of his life. Apart from this, he loved hunting, fishing, and going to the car races. He also enjoyed being outside and hunting for mushrooms. Along with this, he was an avid collector of all things and fondly remembered for his "junking" skills. AC never met a stranger and would go out of his way to help anyone who needed it. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the Appleton community.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Leslie Dines and Georgia Mae (Miller) McClure and step-father Pete McClure; his wife, Margaret Dines; a great-granddaughter, Adi Jo; siblings: J.B, Kenneth, Julia, Jeryle Dines, Mary Carter, Donald, Leslie, Claude, and Clyde Dines; sisters-in-law: Marlyn Dines, Stella Jones, Elizabeth Zostel, and Joan Puslen; and one brothers-in-law: Everett Carter, George Jr. Foster, and Jake Foster. 

   A.C. is survived by his two daughters: Julie (Bob) Grubb and Nina Williams; sisters: Rita (Danny) Stewart, Rose Issacson, Paula (Bob) McCaan, Martha (Lowell) Garver, and Nancy McClure; a brother, Buddy (Christal) McClure; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.