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There is now a big void in Dowagiac, because of the passing of Ron. He was always bringing us pickles or fish and always had a story to tell. He was the best of the best!
Robert Peters
February 22, 2026


Cassopolis, Michigan
Jul 1, 1941 – Feb 17, 2026 (Age 84)
Ronald "Ron" Behnke, 84, of Cassopolis, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Ron was born on July 1, 1941, to Emil and Eva (Bennett) Behnke in Dowagiac, Michigan. He graduated from Dowagiac Union High School in 1960, where he was a member of the football and track...
Read MoreThere is now a big void in Dowagiac, because of the passing of Ron. He was always bringing us pickles or fish and always had a story to tell. He was the best of the best!
Robert Peters
February 22, 2026
Such a sweetheart. Happy to share his garden plants and canning goods with us. Kind and so funny. A life well lived. Mike and Laurie (Regan) Miller.
Laurie Regan-Miller
February 21, 2026 | Friend