On May 21st, Rosemary Cooper Huntsman passed away peacefully at her family’s home at the remarkable age of 99, having enjoyed decades of good health, independence, and precious time with her ever-expanding family. Born on October 17, 1924, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Rosemary and her brother, Dick, moved to Chicago during their early childhood. After graduating from high school amidst the turmoil of World War II, she joined the Red Cross as a volunteer. One evening, while walking home from work, she stumbled upon an Officer’s Ball and decided to pause and enjoy the live music on a pleasant evening. It was there that she met a handsome soldier in a U.S. Army uniform, sparking a conversation that would change her life forever. Rosemary married William (Bill) Cooper in Chicago in April 1945. While Bill pursued his master’s degree PhD at Northwestern University, they made their home in the Chicago suburbs and welcomed two sons and later a daughter. Their journey took them to Athens, Ohio,

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