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for Mary Behnke
Jim and Pat Frank
October 29, 2010
Mac and all of the Behnkes, I can't tell you how many membories of Betty have come out of nowhere to remind me of what a fun, wonderful caring friend she always was to me...from making clothes for me in high school until we lost her. We all miss her and love you!
Pat and Jim Frank, Scottsdale AZ
Melissa Jordan
November 24, 2009
Dear Mark and your entire family,
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow,
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Charles Rose
October 20, 2009
Dear Mark and the entire Behnke Family,
We were shocked to learn about Betty’s passing and want you to know that during this difficult time our family offers our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers for you and Betty. We will miss Betty and remember her kindness and service to St Philip and your precious family. May God keep you and bless you forever in His name.
The Rose family
Elizabeth Girardot
October 10, 2009
Mark and Suzanna,
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
My sincere condolences.
Felsing family
October 7, 2009
Thinking of you and extending our sympathy. We too recently lost our dear mother and know the grief that you feel. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brenda Everling
October 7, 2009
Dear Behnke Family,
I was so shocked and saddened when my mom told me about Mrs. Behnke. She was a wonderful woman and I have very pleasant memories of times spend in your family home. She always made me feel welcome.
She was always helping out a friend and of course, taking care of her family. She was a blessing to many and I know she will be greatly missed.
Still, I know she was received with open arms in Heaven and will continue to be a presence in every life she touched.
God Bless you ALL.
Much love,
October 7, 2009
My deep condolances to the Behnke family.St. Philip Parish will be the poorer without her talents and presence. May God keep Betty and all her family close to His heart.
Sherril Keese, St. Philip Parishioner
John Hurley
October 7, 2009
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother. It has been a very long time since we have been in touch…but we still have fond memories of your mom and our time at St. Joseph’s. May your memories ease this difficult time. Sincerely,
The Hurleys
Nanette Batey
October 6, 2009
To the Behnke Family: My prayers are with you all. I too lost my Mom this summer and can feel the grief well up inside of me over your loss. Keep her memory close to you and know that she will always be with you. God bless you all.
Cliff Reece
October 6, 2009
Mark and Andy,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that prayers will be with you and your family.
Lisa Viviano
October 6, 2009
I will always remember your mom as one of the most sincerely kind ladies I have ever met. She was a role model for all things loving and gracious. It has been a very long time since I have seen her, but her virtues live on in each of you.
May GOD bless you in this difficult time.
Emmanuel & Liz Remy
October 6, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to the Behnke family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Debbie Reynolds
October 6, 2009
Betty was such a warm and wonderful woman. Her kindness and generosity will surely be missed. The world most certainly will be immeasurably poorer due to her loss.
MC Emmerson
October 6, 2009
You were such an incredible matriarch for our family, both before and after my grandmother's death. You will be greatly missed, but I know you two are havin' tons of fun together. Pray for us!
October 6, 2009
TO: Mark Behnke and his family,
I am sad about your lost I did not know your mother, but heard great things about her hope you and your family carry on the good work that she love and may God bless you and your family.
Robert&Dolores Whitfield
October 6, 2009
To Mac and family: I was so saddened to hear of your loss of Betty. She was such a wonderful lady. I played golf with her years ago at RCC and more recently worked with her at the desk at the hospital. I enjoyed being with her so much and hearing her talk about her family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Lu Behnke
- Napa, CA
Caroline Schele Johnson
October 5, 2009
Mark and Behnke Family,
I'm so sad to hear about your loss. I pray your memories of her will bring you comfort and time will bring you peace.
Michelle Redman
October 5, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Rose Miller
October 5, 2009
To the Behnke Family; may God bless and keep you all. My life is richer having known Betty, she was indeed a ray of sunlight and a person that truly believed in the glass being half full. I appreciate here having been a part of my life over the years through the Food Bank of South Central Michigan. May God comfort you all in your hour of need and continue to give you fond memories to cherish throughout the rest of your life.
Lori Ludwig
October 5, 2009
May her light shine down upon you as you celebrate her life. My sincere condolences are with you.
Benedict Sponseller
October 5, 2009
To the entire Behnke family:
Thanks to you and Betty for allowing all the sharing of her gifts from God. She has touched the lives of thousands of St. Joseph's College students. She will be in our prayers.
Benedict '74 and Susan Gavin '74 Sponseller
SJC Grads and Ben is a member of the SJC Board of Trustees
Rod Everling
October 5, 2009
My condolences to Mac and the Behnke family. Though she will be missed by many, she remains in our hearts and memories. I am so grateful to have known her.
Gary & Petra Jones
October 5, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to the family. May you find comfort in the memories you all share.
Dave & Sue Eddy
October 5, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Betty and the entire family have been community boosters and contributors for many years. You will be missed.
Don Buschini
October 5, 2009
My deepest condolences to the Behnke Family.Memories will be what sustain us all, as Bettys life is Celebrated.
October 4, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Behnke Family. We have many fond memories of Betty and Family at Saint Joseph's College events.
Mary and Dave Ryan
Munster, Indiana
Rob and Carrie Pennock
October 4, 2009
We would like to send our thoughts and prayers to all of the Behnkes. Mrs.Behnke's smile was very contagious! I know the whole family will miss her dearly!! Please give Mac a special hug from his special "81". May your memories help you at this difficult time!
Jim and Pat Frank
October 4, 2009
Dearest Mac and family, We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Betty was a wonderful friend to so many for so long. She was the closest to an angel on earth the way she cared for ALL of us. We hope the love of family and friends will comfort you as she would wish. God speed Betty. We love you but Mac did it best!
Pat and Jim Frank
Sharri Upton
October 4, 2009
I was so sad to hear of your loss, as Betty was part of our history at St. Joseph and St. Philip schools. We all adored her and she will be deeply missed. My prayers go to your family.
Kim Rossetti
October 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are we all of you. I am truly sorry to hear of your loss.
Becky & Rick (Behnke) Cummings
October 4, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Betty was just like a sister to my Dad and was immense support to him for many years. She will be greatly missed and fondly thought of always.
I know her family will always have an angel with them as we do with Dad
Tom Vieyra
October 4, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Sellers Family
October 4, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Jane & Jim Hinkins
October 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jeff Davis
October 4, 2009
I was saddened to hear of your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Penna Maichele
October 4, 2009
I enjoyed Betty's friendship through the Cal Co Quilts. She would come to our weekend quilting events but always leave for the evening to get home to her husband. Betty was a wonderful person.
McVeigh family
October 4, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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