Rev. Erwin L.Behrens

Erwin L. Behrens passed away February 16, 2016 at the age of 81. He was born on September 28, 1934 in Ovid, Michigan, the son of John and Clara (Nolte) Behrens. Erwin married Evelyn June Wilhelm on August 14, 1965 in Flint, Michigan and she preceded him in death in 2005.

He is survived by his children, John of Lansing, MI, Nathan (Bridget) of Westmoreland, TN, Daniel of Lansing, Susan (Jason) Lapham of Wyoming, MI and Andrew of Grand Rapids, MI; grandchildren, Abigail Grace and Kaymin June Behrens, Gavin Lukas and Aubrey June Lapham; brother, Hans Behrens; sisters, Betty and Katherine Behrens and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, Erwin was preceded in death by his brother, Ernest Behrens and sister, Marianne Mattox.

Along with serving his country in the Army for four years Erwin devoted most of his life to doing God's work in the ministry. He pastored many different Free Methodist Churches in Northwestern Ohio and Upper and Lower Michigan and even went on serving the Lord after his retirement from the ministry. A devoted husband and father Erwin held many jobs to provide for his family. He was known for his friendly demeanor with people and his passion for Michigan sports, especially football.

Funeral Services will be on Friday, February 19, 2016 at 1:00 pm at the Houghton Chapel of Osgood Funeral Homes, 232 East Oak Street, Ovid, MI with Rev. Larry Thompson officiating. Burial will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from to 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Those planning on an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Parkinson Foundation.

The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.