Robert Earl Behnken
Robert Earl Behnken
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Robert (Bob) Earl Behnken passed into the hands of our Lord on December 18, 2025. Born in Kountze, Tx. He is survived by his wife Karen of 39 years, daughter's Meghan and Briann, 5 Grandchildren (Kayla, Zachary, Christopher, Ryan and Reilly and 2 Great Grandchildren (Kynnly and Kacen), who all loved him with all their heart. He also is survived by 3 sisters (Barbara, Nancy and Janice), nieces and friends and his buddy Smalls, who will all miss him. He is preceded in death by his son Christopher and his mother Ila.
Robert served our country in the United States Navy until his retirement after 20 years in 1995. He traveled the world until retiring in Virginia Beach at that time. He worked in HVAC/Engineering for many years always providing for his family no matter how long it took.
He loved spending time with his family, bowling, playing pool, the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Longhorns.
A memorial will be held at a later time to honor him.
Simply Cremation is handling the arrangements.
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