Mati Ahven

Mati Ahven
Born	3 February 1943 Rannu, Generalbezirk Estland
Died	12 February 2022 (age 79)
Education	Põltsamaa Secondary School
Alma mater	Estonian University of Life Sciences

Mati Ahven (born 3 February 1943 - died 12 February 2022) ^[1] born in Rannu, Generalbezirk Estland, was an engineer and mechanic who was a member of the Supreme Council of the Republic of Estonia and a voter for the Estonian restoration of Independence.

He graduated from Põltsamaa Secondary School in 1961 and the Faculty of Mechanization of Agriculture at the Estonian University of Life Sciences in 1969.

He worked as an engineer and production manager in Põltsamaa from 1969 to 1990.

In 1989, he was elected an member of the city council of Põltsamaa. From 1990 to 1992, he was a member of the Supreme Council of the Republic of Estonia, being a member of the Social Affairs Committee; He also participated in the work of the Land Use Group. On August 20, 1991, he voted for the restoration of Estonia's independence. ^[2]

On February 12, 2022, Ahven passed away at the age of 79.

Awards

• 2002: 5th class of the Order of the National Coat of Arms (received 23 February 2002) ^[3]
• 2006: 3rd class of the Order of the National Coat of Arms (received 23 February 2006) ^[4]

References

1. "Suri Eesti taasiseseisvumise poolt hääletanud Mati Ahven". Postimees (in Estonian). 2022-02-14. Retrieved 2025-11-13.
2. Who is Who in Estonian Politics in 1988-1992. Estonian Encyclopedia Publishing. Tallinn 1992
3. "Bearer of decorations: Mati Ahven (V)". Estonian State Decorations. Retrieved 5 May 2018.
4. "Bearer of decorations: Mati Ahven (III)". Estonian State Decorations. Retrieved 5 May 2018.