Rosemary Ann (Olson) Graff

Rosemary Ann Graff (née Olson)

Born June 15, 1938; Died: November 30, 2020

Daughter of Harold & Mary (née Rapas) Olson, both deceased.

Rosemary was married for 40 years to her loving husband, William Vaughn Graff Sr., who preceded her in death on August 14, 2001.

Survived by sister Irene Olson Snuggs (Married to Gary Snuggs) who resides in Indianola, Iowa. She is also survived by her 4 children and 10 grandchildren:

● William Vaughn Graff Jr, married to Margaret Anne Graff of Barrington, IL o Son William V. Graff III

● John Harold Graff, Married to Patrice Auskalnis Graff of Oswego, IL

o Children: Caitlin Marie, Patrick John (Wife, Cassie Marie), Sean Christopher, Bridget Ann

● Mary Margaret Richman married to Michael Wayne Richman of Urbandale, IA o Children: Adam Michael, Ally Marie

● Beth Ann Walling, married to John C. Walling of Des Moines, IA

o Children: Hannah Ellyse Bailey, Liam Rory, MaryKate McCoy

For the last 30 years, Rosemary resided in Barrington, IL. Previously she lived in both Glenview and Chicago IL; In her youth she and her family lived in Washington DC

Academically, she received her B.S. Undergraduate degree from Saint Mary of The Woods and had hours towards a Master’s Degree at Lake Forest College of Management.

Professionally, Rosemary enjoyed a 30+ year career at The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago with varying executive roles. Upon her retirement in 2001 she was the Director of Procurement for the 7th district.

To Rosemary, family was the centerpiece of her life. She enjoyed attending and following the activities of her children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. From athletic events and family gatherings to graduations, Grandma/Yai Yai/Grandmum was always present.

She traveled the world with friends and family. She was a voracious reader. She loved to bake, cook, and entertain.

Rosemary was a member of the Saint Anne Catholic Community in Barrington IL for 30 years.

In retirement, Rosemary served on the Parish Council as Secretary and volunteered in the church business office. She subsequently volunteered at Saint Anne Parish School, where her youngest grandson attended school. She became known affectionately as "Grandma Graff" to those she tutored in Math and Reading.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in her name to the Saint Anne Parish School Scholarship Fund, 120 N. Ela Street, Barrington, IL 60010

A Celebration of Life memorial mass will be held on Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 11 AM at Saint Anne Catholic Community, 120 Ela St. (Corner of Franklin and Ela Sts), Barrington with Fr. Bernie Pietrzak officiating. There will be a visitation at church starting at 10 AM until the time of Mass.

Please click the following link to view the livestream of the Mass: https://vimeo.com/event/979425/6a7a14affc

Personal Note from her children: The greatest gift Mom gave us was unconditional love and support. Her legacy will continue through her grandchildren and extended family.