Ellen M Behrends
, Iowa
October 9, 2026
Ellen Behrends, 75, passed away on October 10, 2026, in Emmetsburg, Iowa. She was born on March 20, 1951, in Avon, Illinois, to Milo and Grace (Baker) Starnes.On December 30, 1978, Ellen married David Behrends at the United Methodist Church in Graettinger, Iowa. Together, they raised six children, who would become one of her greatest sources of pride.Ellen was a hardworking woman who spent 20 years working as a bartender and waitress for Mike Billings. She also worked in several factories over the years while raising her children and caring for her home.Ellen lived a hard life and faced her share of struggles, but she had a heart of gold. She was stubborn, strong-willed, and could hold a grudge like nobody's business. But she also loved deeply, laughed often, and was a fiercely loyal friend to those lucky enough to earn her friendship. She wasn't one to be easily swayed,…