Rosemary Whalen, age 85, a resident of Los Alamos, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 22, 2016. Rosemary was a precious daughter, beloved wife, treasured mother and dear best friend. She is survived by her devoted husband of 60 years, Paul P. Whalen; her children, Sheryl (George), Lorraine (Chuck), Kathleen, Paul (Andrea), Mike (Kathleen) and Bill (Heidi), as well as 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Services are pending at this time and will be posted when they become available. The family thanks everyone who helped care for Rosemary during her long battle with Alzheimer’s. A celebration of Rosemary’s life will take place later this summer. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Alzheimer’s.org or your favorite charity. The family of Rosemary Whalen has entrusted the care of their loved one to the DeVargas Funeral Home and Crematory of The Espanola Valley.