She was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. David and Helen (Sullivan) Murphy, and her siblings, Dr. Thomas (Jane) Murphy, Dr. David (Luna) Murphy, and Marcia Murphy Walsh.
She is survived by her son, John Keough, and her brothers, Edward, Michael, and Dennis (Barbara Seguin) Murphy.
Rosemary graduated from Dixon High School and completed nursing training at Passavant Hospital in Chicago. She then worked several years as a recovery room nurse at Columbus Hospital in Chicago before moving back to Dixon to be near family and friends.
She led an active, engaged life into her nineties and was able to live at home the last three years of her life thanks to the devoted care she received from her son, John.
Her family is grateful for the care Rosemary received at OSF.
A celebration of life will occur at a later date.
