Dorothy L. Whalen of Rochester, MN passed peacefully on December 24, 2017. She was born December 31st, 1926, the daughter of the late Elmer and Ida Johnson.

Dorothy always treasured her time with family and especially loved doting on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dorothy was involved with the American Legion Forty & Eight group and enjoyed the travel and fundraising she experienced with them. She will be dearly missed.

She is survived by her daughter, Karen (Bill) McMurtry; daughter-in-law, Gloria (Mike). She also leaves behind two grandchildren, Jennifer married to Ruben Herrera; and Sean McMurtry married to Wendy. She also leaves behind seven great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Morris Whalen; son, Mike Whalen; grandson, Shane Whalen; son-in-law, Bill McMurtry; and many beloved siblings.

Father Joe Whalen will preside over the service held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 17, 2018 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home.