Kenneth Bennett
July 19, 1935 - June 12, 2026
Obituary
MAZOMANIE - Kenneth M. Bennett, age 90, of Mazomanie, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, in Madison, Wis. He was born on July 19, 1935, in Madison, Wis., the son of Marlyn and Mary Eleen (Munn) Bennett.
On October 10, 1981, he married the love of his life, Marilyn White. For the next 39 years they enjoyed spending every minute they could in the outdoors and perfecting their crafts and hobbies together.
Kenneth proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1959 and in the Army Reserves from 1959 to 1963, where he worked as a mechanic with the 77th Transportation Company. Following his military service, he was employed as an electronics mechanic with Modern Specialty.
Kenneth had a passion for woodworking and took great joy in crafting toys for his grandchildren. He was also an avid jukebox restorer and a dedicated steward of the outdoors. One of his greatest pleasures was spending time at the stables with Mikayla, her horses and cats. He also cherished quiet moments at home surrounded by family and their beloved dogs.
Kenneth is survived by his sons, Michael (Jennifer) Bennett of Madison, and Troy (Jonna) Bennett of Madsion; son-in-law, Randi Kratochvil of Madison; stepdaughter, Shari (Jim) Salsberry of Pollock Pines, Calif; and eight grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marlyn and Mary Ellen; wife, Marilyn; daughter, Diane; sister, Ardith; granddaughter, Angie; grandson, Curt; great-grandson, Brennen; and brother-in-law, Richard.
A celebration of life will be held at VFW POST 7591, 301 Cottage Grove Road, Madison, from 12 noon until 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Memorials may be made to the Dane County Humane Society or Agrace HospiceCare.
Kenneth’s family extends their sincere gratitude to the caregivers at Agrace, UW Hospital and UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital for the compassionate care, kindness and support they provided throughout his journey.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
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