Kathleen “Kitty” I. Garrigan, age 82 of Sheboygan was received into the loving arms of her Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ peacefully at home on Friday, May 3, 2024.
Kitty was born April 10, 1942, to the late Florenz and Clara (Harkness) Garrigan. She attended
Central High School and later earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology & Human Development from
Silver Lake College. On November 29, 1958, she was united in marriage to Roger C. Mikalowsky and
had three daughters, Donna, Debra and Denise.
Kitty was employed at Sehler’s, Roenitz Pharmacy, Sheboygan School District and retired from Safe
Harbor Domestic Abuse Shelter after 20 years of service. She enjoyed many hobbies including crafting,
sewing, knitting, crocheting, quilting, puzzles and most of all walking daily, weather permitting. Kitty
also enjoyed the peaceful surroundings of her home watching the local wildlife, particularly the eagles
and listening to the birds.
Kitty celebrated Believer Baptism in 1991 and was an active member of Bethel Baptist Church.
During her 35+ years at BBC, she sang in the choir, was part of the Praise Team leading worship via
music and Missions Team, taught Sunday school, headed Communion preparation, helped with annual
spring and fall cleaning and supported many local and international ministries. She
cherished the fellowship and friendships of her church family.
Kitty is survived by her daughters, Donna (Donald) Schieble, Denise (Robert) Heiligenthal both of
Sheboygan, son-in-law Curt Broetzmann of Sheboygan Falls, grandchildren, Adam, Andy, Aaron Schieble
all of Sheboygan, Alex Schieble of Glendale, AZ, Kyle (Christjana) Broetzmann of Novi, MI, Brandon
Broetzmann (Abbey Schmitt) of Waupun, two great-grandchildren, sisters Marica (Ron) McKendrick of
Sheboygan, Carla (Charles) Wendt of Venice, FL, brother Frank (Cynthia) Garrigan of Manassas, VA,
brother-in-law Mike Mikalowsky of Evansville, WY, special niece Nikki (Dave) Schneider of Elkhart
Lake, other relatives, dear friends and kind neighbors Wally Jacoby, Bonnie, Claudia & Craig. Kitty was
preceded in death by her parents, daughter Debra Broetzmann, former husband Roger Mikalowsky, sister-
in-law & brother-in-law Sara Jane (Walter) Wiech and niece Lynette Wiech.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Bethel Baptist Church 2411 Weeden Creek Rd, Sheboygan on Friday,
May 31st at 5:00 PM with Pastor Dan Babbel officiating. The family will receive visitors at the church
prior to the service from 4:00-5:00 PM. A private interment will be held at Greenlawn Memorial Park at a
later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to support the ministries of Bethel Baptist Church.
A special Thank You to the Sharon Richardson staff especially Bre & Chaplin Joe for their kind &
compassionate care.
Ballhorn Chapels Funeral & Cremation Care Center is assisting the family. Please visit
www.ballhornchapels.com to leave online condolences.
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