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Leo Behne Obituary
Leo Behne Jr.
May 10, 1945 - August 20, 2023
Leo Behne Jr.,78, of Lincoln, was born on May 10, 1945, in Brainard, NE to Leo and Alice (Helman) Behne. US Navy veteran.
He is survived by his beloved wife Carol Behne, his son Derek (Melissa) Behne, daughter Lisa (Daniel) Reichert, grandchildren; Alec (Holly) Miller, Maren Behne, Jackson and Lucas Reichert; siblings, Joyce (David) Birkel, Eileen (Loren) Kuzelka, Larry (LaVonne) Behne, Allen Behne, Nancy (Gordon) Winters, Michael (Paula) Behne, Mark Behne.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 26, 2023, Colonial Chapel Funeral Home, 5200 R Street, Lincoln, NE.
Condolences may be left online at www.lincolnccfh.com
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Don and Claudia Yindrick
August 23, 2023
To Leo´s family: Don and I spent many happy times with Leo during our school years in Brainard. Don and Leo were good buddies Our. Sympathies to you and your family.
Pam and Dave
August 23, 2023
Carol, Lisa, Derek and family. We were so saddened to hear of Leo´s passing. He was such a kind and helpful man throughout our National Crane years. I will always remember him for his thoughtful ways and how much he loved his family!
Dave and Pam Johnson
Linda (Wollenburg) Ruff
August 23, 2023
So sorry for your loss.
May the love of friends bring you comfort today and in the days to come.
Deb Bandiola
August 23, 2023
Carol,
I'm so sorry to hear about Leo's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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