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John D. Achten, 70, of Beaumont, died Tuesday, August 21, 2007 in Vidor.
Born in Port Neches and a resident of the Beaumont area most of his life, John was a former firefighter for the city of Beaumont. He was retired from the United States Air Force as a Mechanic.
John is survived by his mother, Ella Achten of Beaumont; his sisters, Evelyn Menard of Winnie, Frances Yates, and Barbara Rowley both of Beaumont; good friend, Byron Richard; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, John J. Achten.
Military graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 24, 2007 at Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont.
