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Bryan Behan Obituary
AGE: 45 • Toms River
Bryan J. Behan, died Tuesday, March 8, 2011, at home. He was 45. Born in New Brunswick, he resided in Old Bridge before moving to Toms River several years ago. He was a graduate of Madison Central High School, and Fairleigh Dickinson University, where he earned a Masters Administration of Sciences. He was a State Park police officer for the past 11 years. He was a member of the Elks Lodge 2555, the Ocean County Emerald Society, and the Ocean County Republican Club.
Surviving are his parents, Thomas P. Behan of Bordentown, and Patricia Miles Kudla of Old Bridge; a brother, Thomas C. Behan of Old Bridge; two sisters, Erin Hahn of New Hope, Pa., and Karen Smith of Southlake, Texas; four nephews; his stepfather, Andy Kudla; a stepsister, Andrea Tiedeman; and his grandmother, Dorothy Miles.
Relatives and friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 11 at the Rezem Funeral Home, 457 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 12 at St. Ambrose Church, Old Bridge. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Burial Park, South Brunswick. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics of NJ, 3 Princess Road, Lawrenceville, NJ 08648. For information, directions or to send condolences to family, visit www.rezemfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bryan Behan
Belinda Chisarick
March 22, 2011
I will remember Bryan for his bright smile and professional stature. He was a pleasure to meet at the State Park Service regional office. He was always pleasant and helpful. May the family find comfort knowing that Bryan was outstanding among his coworkers.
March 17, 2011
RIP Bryan. Knew him through his work with the DOC and Special Olympics. Always a class guy and and LEO.
Sgt. Scott Kately (RET)
NJDOC
March 14, 2011
Dear Tommy and family
Deepest heartfelt sympathy on Bryan's passing . It was our privelege to have met him twenty years ago at our wedding and afterwards when we stayed with him . You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time . Kevin Kay & Sean Condron.
March 13, 2011
Dear Pat,Andy,Tom,Tommy, Erin, and Karen . We felt great sadness over the passing of Bryan and know he will be surely missed. We have fond memories of him growing up. Our hearts go out to you all. Fondly, Gayle and Jack Kernochan
March 13, 2011
Bryan you were a true friend and great cop.I know you are in the comfort heaven.RIP
Tom "Cooter" McCarthy & Family
March 12, 2011
Dear Tom,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of your brother and know that you are in our prayers always.
Take care Bro.
Marty & Agnes Nolan
March 12, 2011
Dear Tom, Pat & Andy,
We cannot imagine the shock and sadness that Bryan's passing has brought you. We remember him as a young boy during our years in Old Bridge when all our children were growing up. Our hearts go out to you during this sad time of your lives. Please accept our most sincere condolences on Bryan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lee Middleton
March 12, 2011
I was shocked when I heard the news. Bryan will and is surely missed. A great guy and I am privileged to have known him.
RIP Bryan.
Don Ward
March 12, 2011
Dear Mr. Behan, Mrs. Kudla & Family,
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Bryan. God Bless Him.
Don,
Seasonal worker, MBSP
Rosanne Rossi
March 12, 2011
Im stunned...I am away in Mx and just heard of Bryan's passing. I was a co-worker and respected his love of law enforcement. Today I picked up the bible where I left off last night and as you would have it, I feel myself stunned again..the life lesson by coincidence (?)today : In God's plan every life is long enough and every death is timely. And though you and I might wish for a longer life, God knows better....ironically the first to accept God's decision of death is the one who dies...while we are mourning, they are marveling. I sincerely believe Bryan is marveling and my prayers are with his family.
Sgt. Chuck Kravitz MCDOC Retired
March 11, 2011
To the Behan family. My deepest sympathy on the loss of Bryan. I trained him at the MCPA when he was hired by the MCDOC over 20 years ago. I remeber him as a guy who could always make you laugh. Remeber the good times and may god grant Bryan eternal rest. RIP Bryan.
Nancy Keelin-Tannucilli
March 11, 2011
Rest in Peace, Bryan. You and your parents and, of course, Erin and Karen, will be in our thoughts and prayers. Godspeed.
Paula Oldham
March 11, 2011
I knew Bryan about 20 years ago when he was close friends with my husband, Sergeant Jerry Oldham with MCDOC. Bryan visited our home frequently and never failed to bring cookies and other treats to my two toddlers. I will never forget this fun-loving man's kindness to my family. May our Heavenly Father's arms open wide to receive Bryan home and bring comfort to Bryan's loved ones.
Bill Campbell
March 11, 2011
Brian I'm glad we laughed and had a good time at the rally in Trenton last Thursday I will always remember you Godspeed in your new journey in the circle of life. You will be missed.
Maureen Sullivan Smith
March 11, 2011
Rest in Peace Bryan. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Bill Shewan
March 11, 2011
I was glad to have had you as a friend You will be missed It just won't seem the same RIP brother
Carrie Tilton
March 11, 2011
RIP..You will b truely miss by sop many ppl..u touched so many hearts..
Allyson Scalora
March 11, 2011
Rest in Peace Bryan~you touched so many lives and lived life the way it should be lived. You were taken from us way too soon but you'll never be forgotten.
The Scalora Family
kimberley raymond
March 11, 2011
wow. that is the first response to the news of your passing bryan. you will be soooo missed by sooooo very many, i knew you , your brother and your 2 sisters. you and i went to mchs together and lived close and shared a lot of the same friends. your family and friends are in my thoughts and my prayers are with them. you are at peace now , and God will bring healing and comfort to those that miss you. r.i.p. bryan,. WE LOVE YOU!!!
Maria DiSalvo Puopolo
March 11, 2011
You were always a very funny person. I remember in elementary you being the class clown in Sheppard School. It was a pleasure to know you then and now. Class of 1984 will surely miss you Bryan. Rest in peace! Maria Puopolo
Bob Merz
March 11, 2011
RIP, BRYAN....YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY....GOD BLESS YOU BROTHER....
March 11, 2011
Thoughts and prayers for your family. Bryan, you've touched the lives of so many people around you. The fond memories will remain with us all! You will be truly missed.
Theresa Mucardo
March 11, 2011
May You Rest With Peace In Gods Hands
M. Bell
March 11, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 11, 2011
RIP Bryan..
Nancy Thorpe
March 11, 2011
After all the years of knowing you through HS, how coincidental it was to meet up again just a couple of years ago at the NJLESA. Great working with you and getting to know you all over again. You were a gentleman & a scholar and have touched the lives of many people; you left this world too soon... you will be missed!
Kathleen
March 11, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to the family and friends. It is great to know we have a smiling angel looking over us. The Special Olympics is a wonderful cause and I shall do that in honor of him.
Kathleen Leary.
Joe Kantrowitz
March 11, 2011
Bryan always had a smile on his face and knew how to make others happy, whether by telling a joke, making a funny face, or just any other antic he could come up with.....You have touched so many and will be missed by even more.....R.I.P. my friend.....
March 11, 2011
Iam so honored to have met you great memories i will always hold close to my heart you will be missed by many. We now all have a big strong angel watching over us. My thoughts are with your family Rest in peace Bryan<3 Michelle
March 11, 2011
Truly a sad loss... My Heart and Prayers to the family. Rest in Peace my Brother you will be missed.
Nick, M.C.D.O.C
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