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 Susan 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.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church.
