There will be a visitation from 1:00pm to 2:00pm on Monday, November 17, 2025, at the Runge Mortuary & Crematory. Funeral services will follow at 2:00pm in the Runge Chapel. Burial will be in Davenport Memorial Park. Please make memorials in his name to Vietnam Veterans of America. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.rungemortuary.com.
Bob was born October 8, 1952, in Davenport, IA to Paul & Phyllis (Lemburg) Behm. He served in the US Navy from 1972 to 1976, stationed in the Great Lakes Region. Bob was a graduate of St. Ambrose College; he had worked as a bike mechanic at Jerry & Sparky’s Bicycle Shop for many years and then went to teach at Hamilton Technical College prior to his retirement.
Bob was a fan and collector of the Beatles, Star Wars, and Star Trek items. His family was very special to him, and he enjoyed spending time with them.
Survivors include a son Robert (Christen) Behm II, Davenport, IA; 2 grandchildren Conlan & Leo Behm; brother Steve (Cathy) Behm, Peoria, IL; & nieces & nephews.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents.