Bonnie Gale (Monk) Marentette ~ age 66 of Kingston, NS passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025 in the QEII VG Site in Halifax.  The daughter of the late Harold and Esther (McDow) Monk, Bonnie was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Bonnie's passion for life and generous spirit brought warmth and happiness to everyone she met.  Her greatest joy came from her family. She was so proud of her children and grandchildren, as well as her nieces, nephews, and grandnieces. Her son Brandon shared her love of music, especially rock 'n roll. Bonnie was the co-owner of Main Street Café in Kingston, which she ran with her dearly loved sister and best friend, Shelly, during the early 1990s. A true animal lover, Bonnie found great fulfillment caring for animals while working at Macbeth's Kennels. A talented baker and cook, she delighted in sharing her creations with loved ones, always bringing people together through food and laughter. She shared a deep and lasting love with her partner Allison, and together they built a beautiful life filled with laughter, and countless cherished memories. They especially enjoyed watching NASCAR and cheering on their favorite drivers. Bonnie's heart of gold, sharp sense of humor, and laughter was truly contagious. She was a devoted caretaker, a loving friend, and a fierce fighter until the very end. Her strength, kindness, and zest for life will be remembered by all who knew her.

She is survived by her loving partner of 33 years, Allison Spinney, Kingston; her son, Brandon Marentette, Kingsville, Ontario; children, Erin (Nicolas) Schultz, Halifax; Chris Spinney (Amanda Ward-Spinney), Kingston; sister, Shelly Foster, Kingston; brother, Glen Monk (Jill Gee), Essex, Ontario; grandchildren, Emmanuel Schultz, Judah Schultz, Addisyn Spinney, Easton Spinney and several nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother-in-law, David Foster.

In keeping with Bonnie's wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 20th 2-4pm at the Kingston Fire Hall. Donations in Bonnie's memory may be made to Hope for Wildlife or to your favourite animal charity. Arrangements have been entrusted to Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, toll free 1-855-825-3448. Online condolences or memories you may wish to share with the family may be made by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com