Joseph A. Behrmann

1936 - 2024

On July 12, 2024 Joe Behrmann of Silver Spring, Maryland passed away.
Joe was the beloved husband of 62 years to Barbara Behrmann, the loving father of Greg (Liz) and David (Andrea), and cherished grandfather of Anthony and Matthew. Joe was also the loving brother of Jack (deceased), Jane, Rose, James, Patty, Jerry and leaves behind many nieces, nephews and extended family.
Joe was a proud graduate of The University of Maryland where he was a member of the football team. Upon graduation, he served in the Marine Corps. In the 1960s and early 1970s Joe was a teacher and coached football and track at DeMatha Catholic High School. In 1974 Joe became a chemistry teacher and Director of Athletics at Springbrook High School where he remained until retirement in 1996. During his time at Springbrook, they amassed 13 state championships, 41 regional championships and 104 county championships.
Joe loved spending time relaxing and fishing with his family at their beach house in VA, enjoyed annual golf trips with friends in Ocean City, MD and Scottsdale, AZ and was also an accomplished gardener. He was very proud of his giant roses.
A gathering of family and friends for Joseph will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2024 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hines-Rinaldi Funeral Home, 11800 NEW HAMPSHIRE AVE, SILVER SPRING, MD 20904. A memorial mass will occur Wednesday, July 24, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Saint John the Baptist Catholic Church, 12319 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20904.
Memorial contributions may be made to charity of your choice.