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Kathryn Achen Obituary

Kathryn Luvern Achen passed away peacefully on March 29th, 2011 at the age of 103 in Bellingham, Washington. She was born on a farm in Zurich, MT. Luvern was predeceased by her husband Ray Achen, sister Esther Brown, daughter Janet Parker and grandson Michael Parker. She was an avid gardener, known for her great beefsteak tomatoes. Luvern had a unique ability to connect with people and develop genuine friendships everywhere she lived. She will be greatly missed by her son Lew (Hannah) Achen, grandchildren Becky Parker (Tom), Peggy Parker, Mori (Maryann), Achen, Merri Ann (Dan) Allan, Eric (Elizabeth) Achen, Allyn Parker; her great-grandchildren Hannah Parker (Dan), Kenny Allan, Gian Achen, Deborah Allan, Evan Achen, Addison Parker and all of her many friends. Services were held at St. Charles Catholic Church in Spokane followed by burial at Holy Cross Cemetery on Saturday, April 2nd, 2011. Friends may sign the guestbook at www.bellinghamherald.com

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Apr. 10, 2011.

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Melody shelton

April 11, 2011

Peggy, your Grandmother was beyond wonderful
. She had such an enormous impact on my life. I will miss our chats.

Eileen Evry

April 10, 2011

Peggy, your grandmother Luvern was a wonderful lady, much admired for her grace, sense of humor and personal style. I remember her from Highland where she and my mother, Jeanette Sutherland, were friends. She always had a kind word for my mother and myself. I know she appreciated all your visits and loving and devoted care. May you focus on all your good memories of Luvern.

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