Frank Edwin Behling Sr., age 87 of Albion passed away peacefully on June 5, 2021 at Island City Assisted Living in Eaton Rapids, Michigan. He was born May 2, 1934 in Albion, MI son of Harold and Olga Behling.
He married Norma Jean (Maurer) on November 13, 1954 and she preceded him in death on February 23, 2002. He is also preceded in death by both parents, 2 sisters, Marilyn Mosher and Barbara Krenrick and brother, Edward Behling.
Frank was employed for over 37 years as a Master Mechanic in Albion. He loved riding around on his motorcycle and also in his old car, a 1961 Plymouth Fury. He also loved to sing and enjoyed karaoke, especially singing songs by Elvis, George Jones and anything country. He enjoyed hunting as well and walking the Mackinaw Bridge every year, but his greatest joy was spending time with his family, going to family gatherings and enjoying his grandkids. His family will remember fondly all the great times spent, just enjoying life’s simple pleasures to include playing a version of pool with Frank on his pool table.
Frank is survived by his daughters, Cynthia (Rodney) Masternak, Chris (Thomas) Burkwalt; son Frank (Pamela) Behling Jr., 6 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 18, 2021 at J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Dr., Albion with visitation at 11AM until the time of service at 1PM. Interment at Albion Memory Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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