Rosalie was born April 24, 1940, the daughter of James and Eleanora (Beyer) Batten. She was married to Donald R. Mini, who preceded her in death on October 27, 2016.
Rosalie was a hard worker throughout her life and held several different occupations. She had a generous heart and was always willing to help others. She especially loved animals and dancing. Rosalie was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Sublette.
She is survived by two daughters, Deborah (Raymond) Hesser of Tampico and Victoria (Steve) Hersom of Navarre, Florida; one son, Raymond (Janelle) Sharp of Rock Falls; two sisters, Joyce Sandrock (Ronald Hilton) of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Rita (Jerry) Beranek of Rock Falls; one brother, Howard (Patricia) Batten of Sterling; one sister-in-law, Mary Ann Batten of Sterling; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lowell and Lawrence Batten; one sister, Mary Kuepker; sister-in-law Rose Batten; and brother-in-law Dale Kuepker.
Visitation will be held from 1:00–2:00 p.m. Monday, September 28, 2026, at Garland Funeral Home in Tampico. The funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m., with Carlos McNinch officiating.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.
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