Bruce Behrendt Obituary
In loving memory of Bruce Behrendt in New Bern, North Carolina, who departed this world on November 30, 2025 at the age of 65. Bruce leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Bruce is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Bruce's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Conrad Duane Behrendt and Yoshiko Chitose Behrendt. He is survived by: his wife Traci Winstead Behrendt; his daughter Emilee Behrendt Estes (Charles Garrett Estes); his granddaughter Bodhi Yoshiko Estes; his daughter Krista Brooks Behrendt; his siblings, Mary Behrendt Nobles (Joe Nobles) and Ted Behrendt (Tammy Behrendt); and his loyal labradoodle Salter. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Bruce's honor to East Wake Education Foundation, Zebulon Baptist Church, or Healing Transitions. The family has chosen to send donations to Zebulon Baptist ChurchDonate Now (https://abundant.co).
