Richard George Behrnd

October 1, 1931 - September 5, 2016

(veteran) Richard George Behrnd age 84, of Glidden, died on Monday September 5, 2016 at his home. He was born on October 1, 1931 in Madison, the son of George and Olive (Hughes) Behrnd. His early life and schooling were in Madison. Richard worked for the City of Madison Forestry Department from 1950-1951 and 1954 until 1963. He served his country in the Untied States Army Artillery during the Korean War from 1951 to 1953. On May 8, 1954 he married Joan Theobald in Madison. The couple owned and operated Duck Point Resort in Cable, from 1963 until 1981, they were his best years. The couple then moved to Kingston, WI until 1999 when they moved to Glidden, back to the northwoods that he dearly loved. He was an avid hunter and fisherman all his life and was the best at it. He is survived by: his wife of 62 years, Joan of Glidden his sister LaVon “Bonnie) Higgins of Florida (2)brothers-in-law: Darrell (Judy) Theobald of Madison Donald (Janet) Theobald of Madison and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Betty Roeske. A memorial services will be on Friday September 23, 2016 at 11:00 am at St. James Catholic Church in Madison. Sister Zita will officiate Visitation will be held on Friday September 23, 2016 at 10:00 am until the hour of service at the church Burial will be held at a later date. Military honors will follow The Novitzke Funeral Home in Park Falls is assisting the family. www.novitzkefuneralhome.com