James Donald Behnke Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Donald Behnke of Washington, Missouri, who passed away on October 9, 2025, at the age of 70, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He is survived by: his wife Jan Behnke; his daughter Megan Barlow (Chris) of Des Peres; his mother JoAnn Behnke of Kewanee, IL; his granddaughters, Rosemary, Lucy and Charlotte Barlow; his sisters, Kathy Nibeck of Northbrook, IL and Sue Behnke of San Clemente, CA; and his siblings-in-law, Mary Anne Straatmann (Kevin) of Villa Ridge, Carolyn Alfermann (Larry) of Washington, George Brinkmann (Pam) of Washington, David Brinkmann (Peggy) of Washington, Tom Brinkmann (Tammy) of Washington, Andy Brinkmann (Stephanie) of Manchester, John Brinkmann of Springfield, MO, Bob Brinkmann (Karen) of Washington and Mark Brinkmann (Kelly) of Washington. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, October 13th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 from 10:30 AM to 11:15 AM at the Immanuel Lutheran Church (214 W 5th St, Washington, MO 63090). A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 11:45 AM at the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery (2226 Hwy A, Washington, MO 63090).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church.
