Rosemary Jean “Rosie” Reichert, 84, of Quincy, IL, went home to be with our Lord, Sunday, June 4, 2023 surrounded by her family in her home.

She was born February 11, 1939 in Quincy, a daughter of Eugene and Mary Eva (Klatt) Ohnemus. She graduated from Quincy Notre Dame and on February 11, 1956 she married Donald M. Reichert at St. Francis Solanus Church. He preceded her in death on February 18, 1988.

Rosie worked at Osco Drugs for over 30 years and retired in 2004. She was a head cashier and customer service was her number one goal while working there. She was well loved by her customers and fellow co-workers.

Rosie enjoyed roller skating and shared her passion of skating by giving each grandchild a roller skating party when they turned ten. She celebrated 15 roller skating parties for her grandchildren. Rosie loved dancing, including square dancing with her husband. She danced with each granddaughter to the song, “Who I Am (Rosemary’s Granddaughter)” at each of their weddings. Rosie loved playing cards, playing BINGO, traveling, winning at the Casino, and spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was a member of the Red Hat Society and Sewing Club.

Survivors include her children: Tim (Cindy) Reichert of Quincy, IL; Ted (Mary) Reichert of Durham, MO; Linda (Richard) Dopheide of Quincy, IL; Joe (Chris) Reichert of Quincy, IL; Janice (Kent) Huber of Payson, IL; her son-in-law Kevin Cadwallader of Quincy, IL; her grandchildren: Dr. Lindsey Reichert; Ashley (Kurtis) Fischer; Adam Reichert; Jacob Reichert; Chad (Ashley) Reichert; Jason Altgilbers; Heather Bias; Amanda Altgilbers; Kerri (Scott) Schaller; Sarah (Rodney) Troyer; Zach (Laura) Reichert; Nick ( Dr. Carlye) Reichert; Austin (Macy) Huber; Kelsie (Drew) Miller; and Avery Huber; twenty-two great-grandchildren; her brothers: Roman (Ginny) Ohnemus and Dale (Sandy) Ohnemus; and her sister-in-law: Doris Ohnemus. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and her special long time companion: Kenny Smith also survive.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Lori Anne Cadwallader, a grandson Michael Paul Reichert, siblings: Dan Ohnemus, Betty King Waterman, Pat Meado, and Jerry Ohnemus.

She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. Pallbearers are Chad Reichert, Austin and Avery Huber, Zach and Nick Reichert and Jacob Reichert. Honorary pallbearers are Adam Reichert and Jason Altgilbers.

Funeral services will be held on Friday June 9, 2023 at 9:30 at the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home and a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am at St. Peter Catholic Church. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Duker and Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to: Blessing Hospice, St. Peter Catholic Church or to the charity of the donor’s choice. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.