Robert Behnke
August 17, 1930 - February 01, 2010
Obituary
Behnke, Robert A.
MADISON-Robert A. Behnke, age 79, of Madison, passed away on Monday, Feb. 1, 2010, at Trinity Senior Center. He was born on Aug. 17, 1930, in Madison, the son of Arnold and Helen (Crawley) Behnke. Robert graduated from Lodi High School where he played football and was a boxer. He served in the U.S. Army from 1951 until 1953. Robert married JoAnne Dederich on June 20, 1953, in Sauk City. He began as a patrolman with the Dane County Traffic Department and retired on Oct. 30, 1985, as a captain of the Dane County Sheriff's Department. Robert enjoyed deer hunting, bowling, golfing, playing guitar and singing country music. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, JoAnne; four children, Randy (Barb), Debra (Scott) Nabholz, Diane Suter (Steve), and Ron (Heather); 11 grandchildren, Jason (Sarah) and Shawn (Sheena) Behnke, Bill and Andrea Grill, Nick and Kaitlyn Nabholz, Justin (Beca), Ryan (Becky), and Garrett Suter (Katie), and Taylor and Trenton Behnke; six great-grandchildren, William, Owen, Jut, Jillian, Calvin, and Brady; a brother, Gordon "Dale" Behnke; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; and sister-in-law, Esther Behnke. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2450 Atwood Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, with Father Francis J. Schmidt presiding. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Friday. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. A special thank you to the staff at Trinity Senior Center and Hospice for their kind, compassionate care.
Cemetery:
Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Visitation:
Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 4, 2010, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Friday.
Service:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2450 Atwood Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, 2010, with Father Francis J. Schmidt presiding.
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Shelley
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Although we have never met, I would like to offer my sincere condolences. We have all at one time or another been affected by the death of a loved one. It breaks our hearts. Please know that you are not alone and God will forever be with you. Psalms 34:18 assures us that God is near to those broken at heart and He saves those crushed in spirit. You can be assured that he will comfort your aching heart too. I am so very sorry for your loss.
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Patty Brock
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My sincere condolences to Deb Napholz and her family. Be at peace knowing your dad is with the lord and no longer suffers. I promise that time will ease the pain of your loss. Remember you and your family are in my prayers.
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Bill & Suzy Borchers
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Debbie & Scott - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this very difficult time. Let the good, healthy times with your dad be your memories and remember your dad will forever be in your heart.
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Tami Hassett (Behnke)
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To my Dearest Uncle Bob, I will miss you forever and I will never forget all the happiness you and your guitar brought to our household when you would visit. Give Ole Shep a pat for me and please look after my beautiful mom. Heaven is so lucky to have another amazing angel join them. You will live on in my heart forever and may you now rest in peace. God Bless you! XX Your long lost Niece from Australia - Tami