Herbert Beehler

Herbert C. Beehler, 91, of Rockford passed away January 6, 2012, at Alpine Fireside Nursing Home after a long illness. Born September 12, 1920, in Oak Park, MN; the son of the late Albert Fredrick and Clara (Wolf) Beehler. Herbert served in the U.S Army from 19421946. He worked as a printing press mechanic at Publishers Equipment until retirement. Herbert was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church and Jabo'¢s Square Dance Club. He enjoyed camping and bird watching. Herbert married Nina I. Arenkiel June 21, 1946 Foley, MN.Survivors include his daughters, Julie L. (Gary) Eads, Laureen S. Behling, Brenda "Pix" K. (Tom) Bunk, 8 grandchildren, Ryan (Michelle) Eads, Aaron (Aubrey) Eads, Robin (Scott) Bertram, David (Paula) Brown, Jeremy Behling, Andrew Bunk, Ian Bunk, Jessica (Troy) Poupard; 7 greatgrandchildren, Isaac, Aiden, Cameron Eads, Damon Brown, Jaden Behling, Christian and Wesley Poupard. He was predeceased by his spouse, Nina, son, Kerby Lane Beehler, soninlaw Richard Behling and brother, Melvin Beehler. A special thank you to Pastor Berg.Funeral Service will be 10:00 am Wednesday, January 11, 2012, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, 1860 S. Mulford Rockford, IL 61108; with Pastor Richard W. Berg officiating. Visitation will be from 68 pm Tuesday, January 10, 2012, at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Milford Cemetery.