Bruce A. Behrmann
Age 71, went to be with his Lord on May 4, 2013. Bruce was born September 20, 1941, in Dowagiac, MI, to Carlyn and Eva Behrmann. He earned his Master’s degree from Michigan State University. Bruce dedicated over 30 years to police work, with the last 28 years with the Lansing Police Department, retiring in 1993. From there, he worked at Frank Reynolds Law Firm as a private investigator, ending his career working at the Hall of Justice. He was a member of South Church, and the FOP where he had once served as president.
Surviving are: his wife of 31 years, Joy; 3 daughters, Cheryl (Butch) Lenneman of Grand Ledge, Toni Hooks of Lansing and Tami (Jon) Kooiman of Grand Haven; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at South Church, 5250 Cornerstone Dr., Lansing, with Pastor Don Denyes officiating. The family will receive friends at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation in memory of Bruce Behrmann.
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George & Joann Groll
May 5, 2013 at 5:38 pmJoy and family; Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Michael E. Ross
May 5, 2013 at 6:16 pmBruce was one of the “Good Guys” and will be missed by many.
Patty and Rick Wojtysiak
May 5, 2013 at 7:19 pmJoy, we are so very sorry for your loss. I loved Bruce too. He was a great friend to us and a great husband and father. I will hold fond memories of him close to my heart. He loved you so very much and you were lucky to have had all those years with him. I love you and wish I could be there for you during this time. Love, Patty and Rick.
Don Dufour
May 5, 2013 at 8:17 pmJoy, you lost a husband who loved you with all his heart. When ever I talked to Bruce he always mentioned you. Bruce had many friends , but none will miss him as much as I will. He was a loyal friend, that can never be replaced. If ever you need anything, I would be honored if you would call on me. Peggy and I will keep you in our prayers.
Don
Ken&Katie Wiezorek
May 5, 2013 at 10:27 pmJoy, We will keep you and the family in our prayers. I express to you how much I will miss Bruce. We were such close friends. We had so many wonderful years at work and at the lake. He was someone you could depend on. Please call on us for anything. He was so in love with you. He is through his pain and in a better place. All of our love Ken&Katie Wiezorek
Ken&Katie Wiezorek
May 6, 2013 at 7:39 amJoy, You have lost a tremendous husband. You were the love of his life. I cannot tell you how much I will miss him. He was such a great friend. Katie and I will always remember the great times we had together. He is out of pain now and looking down at you and the family with a big smile. Joy please call if there is anything we can do. You and the family are in our prayers. Ken& Katie
Vicki (vaughan) Nevins
May 6, 2013 at 10:40 amJoy,
So sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. My thoughts are with you and your family. Take care of yourself.
Sgt David Ellis...LPD
May 6, 2013 at 11:13 amDear Family of Bruce;
I became acquanited with Bruce while being employed at LPD. I enjoyed the fact that he was not pushy or overbearing in that his investigations were complete and well done. I am sorry for your loss and please know that the citizens of Lansing appreciate his service and his contribution to a better life. Again our condolences from LPD and should you need anything please ask.
Sincerely;
Sgt David Ellis;
LPD Investigations.
Dorothy Mather
May 6, 2013 at 3:01 pmDear Joy and Family,
What a wonderful man Bruce was! I met him when I worked for Frank Reynolds, several years ago. Bruce was the kindest person! The world would surely be a better place if we had many more of Bruce! Please accept my deepest sympathy at his passing, may God Bless and Keep all of you, as I know He is keeping your kind Husband and Father.
Most Sincerely,
Dorothy Mather
Randy Jones
May 6, 2013 at 4:42 pmJoy, I’m so sorry to hear about Bruce passing. What a great man he was. I know how much you loved each other. I really enjoyed working with him, and often teased him about being my “Great Uncle”. I’ll never forget how he laughed the first time I said that. Grandpa and Grandma Farr always spoke very highly of him and I know they loved him too. Please find peace and comfort knowing that Bruce is with them again.
Tommy Wright
May 6, 2013 at 7:15 pmJoy and family, we are saddened to hear of Bruce passing and your loss. I always enjoyed him at work over the many years and he seemed to enjoy the mutual kidding. He will be missed. You and the family are in our prayers. Tommy and Bonnie Wright
Doug Pollard
May 7, 2013 at 10:59 amJoy and family, we offer our condolences for your loss. Bruce will be missed. Bruce and I shared a special bit of humor over the fact some people confused us by greeting saying “Hi Doug” when talking to Bruce and vice versa when talking to me. So when we would see each other in passing I would greet him with “Hi Doug” and he’d say “Hi Bruce”. We always wonder how someone could confuse us as we did not look alike. He will be missed! Doug and Mel Pollard
Joe Dionise
May 7, 2013 at 5:39 pmJoy, I want to send my condolsances to you and your family. Bruce was a great guy and will be missed. God Bless.
Paul Bouldin
May 7, 2013 at 8:50 pmJoy, I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Frank Reynolds
May 8, 2013 at 9:33 amJoy, I am glad we had a chance to talk. I am so sorry I am out of state and not there with you. Bruce and I shared some great adventures over the years. We enjoyed being a team and I know how much he loved and cared for you because of all of the time we spent together. Pattie and I send our love and prayers. Frank & Pattie Reynolds
paul teszlewicz
May 10, 2013 at 7:08 amJoy, sorry to hear about Bruce passing away. He was a good cop and I learned some things from him. He will be missed by all. Take care of yourself and family.
Paul and Geralyn Teszlewicz