1929
Valrene
2009
Valrene Behrens
August 4, 1929 — August 2, 2009
Valrene Helen Behrens
Valrene Helen Behrens, Merrill, died August 2, 2009 at All Saints Memory Care in Madison WI. She grew up on her parents’, Paul and Constance Duginski, farm outside of Merrill. After graduating from Our Lady of Holy Cross, she left to pursue her nursing degree in Marshfield. She then received her degree from St. Josephs School of Nursing in 1952. Val resided in Marshfield, WI providing service to that community for over 30 years as a registered nurse in the Obstetrics Department at St Joseph’s Hospital. She continued her career at Pinecrest Nursing Home after returning to Merrill, remaining in town upon retirement.
Val lived her life for her children. She truly enjoyed listening to her children and grandchildren talk about everyday experiences. As a member of St Francis Catholic parish, her gift of faith she left her children was reflected through her support of Church functions. Val also liked to cook, sew and play sheepshead with her family.
“So grieve a while for me if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust.
It’s only for a while that we must part
So bless the memories within your heart.”
Valrene leaves six children; Ralph Behrens, Phillip (Kay) Behrens both of Huntington, IN, Constance (John) Behrens-Huffstetter of Milwaukee, Valerie Behrens of Portland, OR, Kristine (Daniel) Taylor of Spencer, Ann (Michael) Green of Verona; grandchildren, Stephanie Zygarlicke, Megan and Craig Behrens, Rachael and Erika Taylor, Clare Huffstetter, Ryan, Connor and Sean Green. siblings, Lawrence (Mary) Duginski, Myron Duginski, Ralph Duginski, Helen (Ted) Kolka;
She was predeceased by her daughter, Mary Behrens; parents, Paul and Constance Duginski; sister, Dorothy Nettekoven; sister-in-law Carole Duginski.
Visitation will be Thursday, August 6, at Waid Funeral Home in Merrill from 10:30 am until the time of prayers at 1:40 pm. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm at St Francis Catholic Church. The Rev. Fr. James Horath will officiate.
We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the extraordinary staff at All Saints Memory Care for the loving care showered upon Val during her time with them.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
The Waid Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online tributes may be made at www.waidfuneral.com
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