Rosemary is survived by her children, Joseph Todd (Kathy) Mangan of Stuart, Florida and Holly (Ed) Chase of Tequesta, Florida; brother, Richard Harlan (Debbie) of Republic, Missouri; and several grand dogs. She is predeceased by her parents, her husband of 41 years, Robert (Bob) Whelchel; and her beloved dog,
Patches.
Rosemary was born on April 1, 1944, in Ava, Missouri to Dr. Clifton (C.E.) and Jacqueline Harlan. She was a resident of Hanna City for 50 years, where she raised her family and enjoyed a career as a real estate broker and instructor. She worked with Century 21 Lincoln National Realty in East Peoria for many years. Rosemary cherished lifelong friendships and yearly get togethers of a small group of friends from grade school. She enjoyed fishing, boating and camping with Bob and their many friends. She was also a volunteer at Habitat for Humanity.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2019 from 5:30-7:30 pm at the Pekin Boat Club, 1 Coopers Island, Pekin, IL (casual dress please).
In lieu of flowers, a donation to an animal rescue of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
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