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Daniel Behrens Obituary

Behrens, Daniel M. Born to Eternal Life on Dec. 28, 2012, at age 76. Beloved husband of Susan. Dear father of Steven, David (Kris) and Elizabeth. Loving grandfather of Anthony, Whitney, Stephanie, Halee, Rudy and Calvin Behrens and Justin Martin. Cherished son of Ruth. Fond brother of Peter (Jane), Terrance and Michael (Martha). Also survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation Thurs., Jan. 3, 2013, from 9:30AM until time of Mass at 11AM, all at St. James Catholic Church, W220 N6570 Town Line Rd., Menomonee Falls. Interment St. James Rosehill Cemetery. Special thanks to Dr. Beth Erickson for her compassionate care. Dan was dedicated member of the North Milwaukee Lions Club. In lieu of flowers, donations to the church or Ronald McDonald House requested.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 30, 2012.

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Michele Mackai

January 3, 2013

Sorry to hear the loss of Dan I lived next door to him for 35 years. I grow up with his kids. His wife Sue is a great person. She used to work at Goodrich school. Dan was really close friends with my Dad Gary Nusberger. I will miss them both very much. They were both great people to know and love. I will miss them both deeply. Now Dan is in Heaven with his best friend Gary My Dad I miss him everyday. Rest in peace Dan. You will be missed by all.

Sharon Burckle

January 3, 2013

I was so sad to hear of Dan's passing. I'll always be grateful to him for giving me my first programming job. My deepest sympathies to his family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Steve & Barbara Sadowski

January 3, 2013

Dan has been a neighbor, & a friend of ours for almost 40 years. Our children grew up together, we shared our sorrows and our joys together. Our memories of Dan, are some of the most laughable and funniest ones that we will cherish. We had many good times with Dan and Susan. Our hearts are heavy now and we just want to send our love to Susan and her family at this time. Susan you have suffered right along with Dan through this long ordeal with courage and whatever strength your could gather, and Dan knew you would be there for him. We are here for you now. God bless you.

Michele Mazur

January 1, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. You have one great angel looking down on you now. Praying for you and sending love your way! If you need anything please feel free to lean on me.

Susan Weed

January 1, 2013

Dan was a wonderful boss! My condolences to his family.

Cindee Bowen

January 1, 2013

On my first day of working for Dan at Goodwill he gave me a tour of the building. As we passed by the cafeteria he said hello to many of the Goodwill participants having lunch there. Most were people with physical or mental disabilities. Then he looked me in the eye and said "If you are ever having a tough day and feeling sorry for yourself, walk down here and remember what some people face every day." I have never forgotten that message. My sympathy to Dan's family; he was a good man, and left a positive mark on the world.

Tom Wisneski

December 31, 2012

Dan was a people person in the truest sense. He gave me my start in the IT field -- he cared about his employees like they were family. I will always remember, and will be thankful for knowing Dan.

Bob Gleason

December 31, 2012

I had the great pleasure of knowing Dan from my years at Goodwill.He was always smiling and had a great ability to make people smile. He was a good man! My deepest sympathies to the family.

December 31, 2012

Dan was once my boss at Goodwill. What a wonderful man. He will be missed!

Bob Kult II

December 30, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear of Dan's passing. I've always enjoyed his company when he would come to see his parents or at a family gathering when I got a chance to see him. He had a gift in that he could always make people laugh. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the families that loved him.

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