Robert "Bob" John Behan, April 5, 1958 – October 25, 2019

Robert "Bob" John Behan passed away suddenly on October 25, 2019. Bob was born April 5, 1958 in the Bronx, NY, to proud parents Margaret and Robert Behan (predeceased). Bob attended Clarkstown High School in Rockland County, NY. In 1980 he joined the Coral Springs Police Department as a Community Service Aide and a few months later, attended the Law Enforcement Academy. In 1982, Robert was transferred to an undercover capacity as a Detective investigating illegal narcotics activity. In 1984, Robert was promoted to Sergeant in road patrol. He was selected to supervise undercover operations in 1995.  He Continued to serve the Department in various roles until his retirement in 2008. Always involved in law enforcement operations, Bob returned to the department after a short time to serve as Range Master and reserve officer.

In 2005, Bob married Anna Tiracio, and gained an instant family, serving as a father figure to Anna's children: Anthony, Ashley and Edward Gorgone; and Pop-Pop to grandson, Luca. He is survived by his sister, Megan Stoyer, (Jeff) and nephew Liam. Bob is predeceased by his brothers Patrick, Thomas and Gerard Behan. He is also survived by his Aunt Betty Jennings, Uncle John Kelly, brother-in-law Robert Caggiano (Maria) and Joseph Tiraco (Maryann)  as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

After nearly 40 years of service with the City of Coral Springs Police Department, Bob was well-known by thousands of residents, business owners and law enforcement partners from local, state and federal agencies. Bob's brother, Patrick, was killed in the line of duty in 1990, while serving as a deputy sheriff with the Broward Sheriff's Office. This tragic incident, coupled with his admiration of the brothers and sisters he served alongside, drove Bob's passion to provide the most comprehensive and advanced training available. The safety of the men and women who protect our communities was something Bob truly cared about, and what he provided right up until his untimely passing.

In lieu of flowers Bob's family has requested donations be made to Honor Guard Inc. You can Donate [Here] .

The family will receive visitors on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Coral Springs Funeral Home (1420 N. University Drive, Coral Springs, Florida 33071)

A memorial service for Robert "Bob" Behan, with law enforcement honors, will be held at the Marriott Heron Bay on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 9:30 AM (11775 Heron Bay Boulevard, Coral Springs, FL 33076)

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