Rosemary Ann Whitaker Colvin Obituary (1943

Rosemary Ann Whitaker Colvin, 80, formerly of Escondido, CA, and Wheeler, IN, died on 12 September 2023 of leukemia. Rosemary was born in Rensselaer, IN on February 18, 1943. She married David Colvin in 1988, in San Diego, CA. Rosemary was a graduate of Wheeler High School, Purdue University with an ASN, and Cal State University with a BSN. She worked as an RN in Indiana and at Palomar Pomerado Hospital, Escondido, CA, in Critical Care and as Supervisor of Cardiac Rehab. Rosemary was very active and loved to golf, until Parkinson's disease took its toll. Rosemary was a master quilter and served in several offices of the North County Quilters Guild. She made over 150 quilts for loved ones, on commission, and to donate. They provide a tangible legacy, reminding the owners of her attention to detail, her artistry, and her brilliance. She is survived by her bonus sister, Cheryl (Ken) Watson and life-long best friend, Reita Wendt of IN. Rosemary leaves 4 children, Kelly (Jim) Graeber of IL, Michael (Robyn) Schroeder of IN, Jennifer (Steve Ragona) Ormsby of CA, and Kathleen (Ben James) Schroeder of WA, and 3 stepdaughters, Judy (Kirk) Lentz of NV, Christine (Brad) Muskett of AZ, and Kerri (Pat) Edwards of CA. Grandchildren (with whom she occasionally shared a Fireball) Caleigh, Abbey, Elizabeth, Christian, Connor, Thomas, Bronwen, Whitaker, Claire, Kyle, Dillon, Levi, Shane, Kevin, Trevor, Taylor and Taryn, and soon-to-be-16 great grandchildren will miss "Nana." She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents, Evelyn (Watson) and Burns Whitaker; her siblings, Tom Whitaker and Lana (David) House. Bloomington, IL arrangements were provided by Calvert Metzler Memorial Home. Bartholomew Funeral Home in Valparaiso will host a visitation on 7 October 2023 from 1-4pm. The family will have a private graveside service for both of their parents. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the San Diego Chapter of Project Linus or Tapestry of Love, 701 N 7th St. Fairbury, IL 61739.