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Carol Behrends Obituary
January 15, 1946 - April 25, 2025
Carol Jean Behrends, born on January 15, 1946 in Lincoln, Neb., peacefully passed away on April 25, 2025. After attending the University of Nebraska Lincoln, she married Gene Behrends. To this union a son, Dan, was born. They later divorced. She lived in Arizona from 1971 to 1988 before moving back to her roots in Nebraska, where she resided for 35 years.
Carol lived a fulfilling life as a loving mother, devoted nurse, and speech therapist. She was fond of playing cards and engaging with people, and was known for her compassionate nature and friendly spirit. Carol was an active participant in Bible studies, reflecting her strong Christian faith.
Carol is survived by her son, Dan Behrends; grandchildren, Zach and Maddie Behrends; nieces and nephews, Bonnie Mayer, Bruce Hoefling, Brad Hoefling, Mark Ehnen and Cathy Ehnen; dear friend, Sue Short; many cousins; and a host of extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Roland Ehnen; mother, Viola (Saathoff) Ehnen Koch; stepfather, Percy Koch; brother, Marvin Ehnen; and sister, Eleanor Hoefling. A woman of great faith, we are reminded of the verse from 2 Timothy 4:7, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith."
The burial service was held at Immanuel Stateline Lutheran Cemetery on April 28, 2025. A memorial service to celebrate Carol's life will be held on May 17, 2025 at 10 a.m. at Immanuel Stateline Lutheran Church with family greeting guests one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immanuel Stateline Lutheran Church with Laughlin-Hoevet Funeral Home in charge.
In honor of Carol, we encourage everyone who knew her to share their memories, upload photos, and view her service on her memorial page at www.ghchapel.com. It is through these shared experiences that we keep her spirit alive and honor her life.
These services have been entrusted to the Laughlin-Hoevet Funeral Home in Wymore.
Laughlin-Hoevet Funeral Home
505 North 9th
Wymore, Nebraska 68466
www.ghchapel.com
402-645-3322
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Ruth Stanley
May 6, 2025
Prayers to all of Carols family I gave rides for Carol to church Calvary Lutheran Lincoln Ne while she lived in Lincoln NE we had many nice visits until she moved from Lincoln May she rest in peace, it was a pleasure to take her to church and Bible study Gods Peace to all family
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