1999 Assembly Joint Resolution 56
ENROLLED JOINT RESOLUTION
Relating to: the life and public service of Robert E. Behnke.
Whereas, Robert E. Behnke was born in Milwaukee on April 7, 1932, and died in Milwaukee on March 26, 1999; and
Whereas, he served in the Wisconsin assembly from 1973 to 1983; and
Whereas, his priorities in the legislature reflected his background with the United Steelworkers Union at Continental Can Company; and
Whereas, he served as chairperson of the Small Business Committee, the Rules Committee, and the Labor Committee; and
Whereas, he was a member of the Elks and the Tripoli Temple; and
Whereas, his association with the Clown Unit of the Tripoli Shrine led to the creation of his alter ego "Shakey" who delighted many children; and
Whereas, Robert Behnke is fondly remembered by his former colleagues and friends in the legislature; now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the assembly, the senate concurring, That the members of the Wisconsin legislature commend the devoted public service Robert Behnke gave to this state, express their sorrow at his death and extend condolences to his family and friends; and, be it further
Resolved, That the assembly chief clerk provide copies of this joint resolution to Robert Behnke's wife, Dolores, and his children, Debra, Robert, Scott, David and Karen.
