James Behrens was born on June 20, 1931 and passed away on October 5, 2024 at the age of 93. He attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan Central High School. James was united in marriage with Ruth Horn on November 19, 1951 in Dubuque, Iowa. During his working years, he was employed by CW Transport Co. for 36 ½ years until his retirement in 1988. He was an elder and current member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. James enjoyed woodworking, making toy trucks, playing the accordion and was the president of the Sheboygan Accordion Club for many years.
James is survived by his children, Jeffrey (Laura) Behrens, Kathrine (Gregory) Pouliot, Judith Knier, and Thomas (Terri) Behrens; grandchildren, Matthew (Sherrah) Behrens, Mamie (Shawn) Theis, Tanya (Christian) Pernat, Renee Pouliot, Robert (Jessica) Pouliot, Rachel (Joshua) Pyne, Kayla (John) Schmitz, Kevin (Elizabeth) Knier, Danielle (Marcus) Kruse, Tanner (fiancé Cassie Holden) Behrens, McCormick Behrens; great-grandchildren, James R. Behrens, Lucy Behrens, Fletcher Pernat, Fern Pernat, Bailey Sippel, Taylar Sippel, Weston Pouliot, Wade Pouliot, Addilyn Cavanaugh, Deklen Schmitz, Blate Schmitz, Levi Kruse, Jacek Kruse, Jameson Kruse, Ella Behrens, Quentin Knier, Kendrick Knier, Cameron Knier, Arnold Pyne and twins, Cora and Evie Pyne; and his nieces, Ruth Perry, and Bernice Walter. He is preceded in death by his wife of 72 years, Ruth; parents, Frank and Mary Behrens; brother, William Behrens; sister-in-law, Rosemary Biwan Behrens and son-in-law, Terence Knier.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1121 Georgia Ave., Sheboygan, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church in James’s name.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Pine Haven Christian Communities and Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for their care of James.
Uncle Jim,
You drove me to my new home in a Milwaukee suburb, from Sheboygan. I was 4-5 years old and cried the entire trip. You kept saying “don’t cry it’ll be alright”. Of course I cried harder. So, you decided to show me how your semi worked. You honked the horn, let me honk the horn, turned on the window wipers, blinked the lights, sped up and talked about your OTR trips. It worked! We got to our new home and I was okay with the entire move. Until you and my dad opened the trailer door & I saw all of our beds and furniture. So, another flood of tears down my cheeks. Hey, proved to be a great day, and you slept over night. What could go wrong. Now you’re gone to your Heavenly place, & left your heart & sweet smile down here-where we need it most. Will miss you but know you’re near.
Dear Judy,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Father.
Sending prayers for comfort and peace.
May God comfort you and keep you in his arms.
,
Jim was a light in my life. I loved his music and had the privilege of teaching him stained glass, which he was exceptional at. But more so, as a friend, he and Ruth were a perfect couple who loved their family. I will remember your wonderful sense of humor. Thank you for the beautiful memories. The music will be played in heaven.
Dear Family
I remember both of your parents at the Zaeskes home for party's. (I am Barbs friend.) Lots of laughing! I got to visit with your Dad while at Pine Haven. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Sandy
He was so blessed to have you near. Sincere sympathy for the loss of your dear father, Judy.
