Bruce Bentley Behrman’s long fought battle with COPD/Agent Orange came to an end on November 6, 2025, while surrounded by his family and friends in his home in Moyie Springs.
Bruce is survived by his daughter Kelsey (Jesse) Harman, his grandchildren Colton, Mia, and Kyla, along with his five sisters Marie (Phil) Tashoff, Marilyn (Jerry) Hall-Zotneck, Myrna (Tim) Behrman, Marlene (Chuck) Bouis, and Marva (Lou) Maring. Bruce is preceded in death by his parents and Uncle Ted Skelton.
Bruce was born in Bonners Ferry to Bud and Ethel Behrman. He went to school in Bonners at both the North Side School and Valley View. After high school, Bruce was drafted into the Army, where he served from 1969-1971 in the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles.
After returning from Vietnam, he was married to Kathryn Price. Later on in 1985, Bruce and Kathy adopted Kelsey, who would immediately had him wrapped around her little finger, which would last for the rest of his days.
Bruce traveled between Alaska and Idaho for several years, working mostly for Silver Bay Logging until he finally came back to live permanently in Idaho with his family.
Bruce was a man of many talents and knowledgeable on many subjects. He was a mechanic, a fabricator, a heavy equipment operator and a logger, just to name a few. Bruce gave what he could to anyone in need throughout his life, whether it was help or an unsolicited comment. He loved a good dirty joke and could make an inappropriate joke out of just about anything or anyone.
One of the things Bruce was most proud of was the Moyie Mudbog, which he headed for over 20 years, giving a place to play, camp and make never ending memories for so many. If he wasn’t at work or home, Bruce could be found at the Three Mile Cafe having coffee or, if it was a Friday night, having all-you could eat fish.
If we were to list everything Bruce had ever done throughout his lifetime, we would run out of daylight, so we will end it with this … He lived. He lived three lifetimes. He was and will always be beloved for as long as he is remembered.
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What a huge loss. So many good times and memories. Bruce truelly lived a full life and was always true to his core and solid in his family, friends and anyone he came in contact with. From the days of Behrmans Pit to where it is now; so many good times.
The footprint and legacy he left will continue to thrive and his memory will always be a reminder that he will always be a pillar to the community he loved; the camaraderie and his infectious jokes and ability to let loose and be yourself. Rest in Peace Bruce.