Clarence Wayne "Brother" Behanna

Clarence Wayne “Brother” Behanna, 79, of Washington passed away Thursday June 5, 2025 in his home following a lengthy illness.

He was born April 5, 1946 in Washington a son of the late Clarence I. and Ferne White Behanna.

Clarence was a graduate of Trinity High School class of 1964 and was class president all four years of high school. He was a people person and never met a stranger.  He was a graduate of California State College where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Education.

Clarence was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, enjoyed wrestling and coached wrestling and football at Trinity Middle School.  He also attended all of his children’s activities  and grandchildren’s sporting events. 

“Brother” was a self-taught handyman and built his own home and there was nothing he wouldn’t try to fix.

Clarence was employed as a teacher for Trinity School District and as a Steel Worker, who worked at Washington Steel Rolling Mill in Houston.  He also drove truck for John P. Sorice Trucking in Washington and was the owner of Behanna Chocolate Candy Company on Jefferson Avenue in Washington.

On February 10, 1966 he married Carolyn Ann Dean who resides in Washington.

Surviving is a son Shawn Michael Behanna of Mesa, AZ and a daughter Staci Lynn (Jim) Gasper of Canonsburg, and two grandchildren Jordan James Gasper and Jennavieve Julia Gasper.

Also surviving are many cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two brothers Leonard Behanna and Irvin “Red” Behanna and two sisters Norma Nenad and Linda Barber.  Clarence was the last of his immediate family.

Friends will be received from 1:00 to 4:00 Tuesday June 10, 2025 in Dale D. DeAngelo Funeral Home at 1290 Jefferson Avenue in Washington.  A celebration of life will be held in the funeral home immediately following the visitation.  All other arrangements are private and will be held at the convenience of the family.  Donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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