Robert E. Behrendt's Obituary
Robert E. Behrendt, age 89, of North Olmsted, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 29, 2019.
He was born August 20, 1930, in Cleveland, son of the late Herman and Bertha (nee Datch) Behrendt. Robert was a blacksmith, enjoyed woodworking, gun making, and farming. He was independent, and he was very proud of his service with NASA. He was very active in his church and was a member of the choir. He was a past member of the Cleveland Acapella Choir.
Devoted husband of the late Virginia M. (nee Gatz) Behrendt; cherished father of Dr. Marc (Barbara) Behrendt and Keith (Lisa) Behrendt; beloved grandfather of Lauren (fiancé Scott Wertsching) Behrendt, Michael (Katie) Behrendt, and Allison Behrendt; loving brother of the late Albert Behrendt and the late Lois Walters.
Celebration of Life will take place on Monday, November 11, 2019 at 10AM at Ascension Lutheran Church, 28081 Lorain Rd., North Olmsted, OH 44070.
Memorial contributions in Robert’s name are suggested to Ascension Lutheran Church.
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