Marilyn Bennett
April 23, 1936 - August 10, 2021
Obituary
MAZOMANIE - Marilyn Alice Bennett, age 85, of Mazomanie, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2021, at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on April 23, 1936, in Madison, the daughter of Daniel and Nelsien (Rolfson) Doherty.
Marilyn graduated from Madison East High School in 1954. She married Kenneth Bennett on Oct. 10, 1981, in Madison. Marilyn was employed as a teller for US Bank and after retirement she worked at the Pleasant Company.
Marilyn loved being in nature, whether it be gardening or walking. She really enjoyed quilting and spending time with her quilting friends. She looked forward to visiting with her high school classmates every year.
Marilyn is survived by her husband, Kenneth; four children, Shari (Jim) Salsberry, Michael (Jennifer) Bennett, Troy (Jonna) Bennett and Diane (Randi) Kratochvil; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Joan Huguenin; brother, James Doherty; and special cousin, Mark Doherty. She was preceded in death by her parents; two grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 20, 2021. By the family’s request, the use of masks is strongly encouraged.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Agrace HospiceCare or a local humane society in her memory would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
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Visitation
Fri Aug 20, 2021 @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Mary Melvin
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Kenneth..Ron and I want you to know we have you in our thoughts & prayers at this sad time. Every time we saw Marilyn she had a smile..a smile that will be missed by many. We might not be able to make it to visitation (because of Ron’s health)but we will be thinking of you..Take Care….Ron & Mary Jane
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Melanie Zimmer
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Jenny, Mike, and family, we're so sorry. Please know you're in our prayers. Melanie and John
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Tyler Kratochvil
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Spending time with you this past few months has been a joy to say the least. Coming out to your house doing a little yard work and catching up on past time is a memory that I will never forget. You were and always will be a great lady, anyone who met you knows this is true. We all love you and you will be missed everyday until we meet again. I love you Grandma, rest easy. Love, Tyler
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Rand
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Dear Grandma, I’m so sorry that Ken, Wesley, and I could not be there today to celebrate your energetic spirit and loving personality. I will always be grateful for the years of Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, gathered around the table for good food and memories… walking into your house and being greeted by the smells of the fire and warm rolls baking in the oven. You loved to tell the story of when I stayed overnight and would only eat chicken soup with rice. We’d go for walks along the path to your driveway and see deer, turkeys, and birds. I remember playing in the creek near the house and climbing the hill out back with you one hot summer day. I remember you patiently trying to teach me to sew and going through your collection of gorgeous, colorful fabrics. I remember you always had a smile on your face and were quick to laugh. What a beautiful life you’ve led. I wish you could have met Wesley, but I know you have other grand- and great-grand babies in Heaven to snuggle and look after. I love you Grandma. Love, Rand