Barbara Jean Behrendt, 75, died in Coupeville July 9, 2002 after an extended illness. She was a resident of Whidbey Island since 1955.

Mrs. Behrendt is survived by her husband of 47 years, Jack Behrendt of Clinton; one son, Rick Behrendt and his wife, Indy, of the U.S. Coast Guard; one daughter, Jackie Lynn Cartwright, and her husband, Jack, of Bremerton; and two grandchildren, Jeff and Greg. One son, Robin Eugene Behrendt, preceded her in death.

A memorial service will be held July 15, 2002 at 1 p.m. at Visser Funeral Home in Langley.