Marilyn Ann Bonfigt, 76, a resident of Manitowoc, entered eternal life with family by her side on Monday, March 31, 2025 at her home.

Marilyn was born on September 29, 1948 in Manitowoc to the late Ben and Marcella (Grall) Kohlbeck. After graduating from Lincoln High School in 1966, she went on to work in the office at Mirro for the next 30 plus years and finished her career at Woodland Clinic. On November 10, 1972 Marilyn married Ken Bonfigt.  He preceded her in death on July 2, 2000. Marilyn enjoyed working in her flower beds, traveling, yoga and volunteering at the Senior Center and Salvation Army.  Most important to her was spending time with family and friends.

Survivors include Marilyn's son, Jason (Kelly) Bonfigt, whom she loved deeply; sister, Sandy (John) Gauthier; brother, Allen (Janice) Kohlbeck; sisters-in-law, Nancy (Ben) Valenta and Janice (Ron) Gollata; brother-in-law, Dale (Doreen) Bonfigt; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Ken; parents, Ben and Marcella Kohlbeck; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clarence and Eleanor Bonfigt; and special friend, Don Hoff.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 7, 2025 at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.  Deacon Mike Valenta will officiate with burial to follow at Knollwood Memorial Gardens.  A luncheon for family and friends will follow at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.  The family will greet relatives and friends at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home on Monday, April 7, 2025 from 10 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m.  Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials in Marilyn's name that will be used to benefit organizations that were important to her.

Marilyn's family would like to extend their thanks and appreciation to Dr. Karkera, all of her staff, and also the staff of Unity Hospice for the care and compassion they provided.

The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.