September 12, 1945 – February 6, 2023
Paul Alan Achenbach, 77, Cicero, passed away on February 6, 2023, at his home with his family by his side. He was born on September 12, 1945, in Saint Petersburg, Fla., to Paul Hoover and Glenda Bernardine (Brunk) Achenbach.
During his younger years he grew up in the Jackson Township, Hamilton County area and graduated from Jackson Central High School with the Class of 1963. He then attended Parson College in Iowa before transferring to Ball State University.
He first worked for General Motors Company in Anderson, a division where they made and designed headlights and taillights. When General Motors began closing their manufacturing plants in Anderson, he became employed at Allison Transmission Company in Indianapolis and worked there until he retired.
Paul also honorably served his country in the U.S. Army, earning the Bronze Star Medal among other awards and medals.
He was an active member of the Lighthouse Tabernacle Church in Carmel, where he also served as an elder. He was dedicated to his Savior, his Church, and Church family.
His family attested that Paul was a true family man. With his faith, his family also came first in his life. He was especially happy to be with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed watching sporting events ,with his favorite being I.U. basketball.
He married Vicki Gean (Rayle) Achenbach on January 7, 1984, who survives him. Also surviving are daughters Kimberly (Steve) Stackhouse and Melissa (Odell) Moore, both of Cicero; a son, Michael Alan Achenbach of Peru, Ind.; a sister, Vicki Lynn (Chuck) Seely of Goodyear, Ariz.; 11 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, February 13, 2023, at Hartley Funeral Home Cicero Chapel, 209 W. Jackson St., Cicero, with Pastor David Wesley Totman officiating. Burial will follow at Cicero Cemetery. A time of visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time of the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Lighthouse Tabernacle Church, 2599 E. 98th St., Indianapolis, IN 46280.
You may send condolences at hartleyfuneralhomes.com.