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Frederick Achenbach Obituary
AGE: 89 • Mt. Airy, PA
Frederick Charles Achenbach, age 89, on Oct. 8, 2014, was a life-long Mt. Airy resident, and an avid historian of the local Philadelphia area. Fred served his country in WWII as an aircraft engine mechanic for the US Army 457th Bomb Squadron at Glatton Air Base in England. He earned his degree in Civil Engineering from Villanova University, and worked as an engineer for the Pennsylvania Railroad, followed by a 23 year career at Sun Oil Corporation. After leaving Sun Oil, Fred became the estate superintendent for the McNeil Family in Plymouth Meeting. Upon retirement, he worked as a guide at the Benjamin Chew House, Cliveden, in Philadelphia. He enjoyed the Phillies, New Orleans Jazz, Barbershop singing and the great American Standards.
Fred is predeceased by his wife, Pauline Dee Boyd. He is survived by his son Stephen Charles Achenbach, his daughter-in-law Patricia Achenbach (Morganti), his grand-daughters Margaret Paulina and Caroline Morgan as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 7, 2014, 11:00AM at Ivy Hill Cemetery, 1201 Easton Road, Phila., PA 19150. All are invited to attend the luncheon following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Cliveden. (Jacob F. Ruth)
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B Cagle
November 3, 2014
My condolence goes out to your family on the loss of your dear loved one. May you draw comfort from God who strengthens us in our time in sorrow. 2 corr 1:3,4
October 28, 2014
October 28, 2014
Fred and I worked together for 22 years at Sunoco. He was well respected and liked by all of his fellow workers. He will surely be missed by all who attend our bi-annual Sun retirees luncheon. My condolences go out to all of his family members. Rest in peace Fred.
Lou Marchesani, fellow worker at Sunoco
irene
October 28, 2014
My deepest condolences. May you find strength through prayer.1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray incessantly.
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October 27, 2014
Our thoughts are with Steve and his family.
-Jeff Iadicicco
October 26, 2014
Steve Patti and family, So sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace until you meet again.
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