Agatha was born on May 24, 1931, in Wellsville, to the late Rudolph and Gertrude Gallman Wasserloos. She quickly gained the nickname of "Bunny," and carried that name throughout her life. On Nov. 11, 1950, she married Robert J. Whelpley, who predeceased her in December, 2011.
A graduate of Alfred State College, Bunny worked as a lab technician, at Jones Memorial Hospital, in Wellsville, before joining her husband, in 1958, to open Whelpley Implement Co. Inc. They operated their business together, until 1982, when they sold it. In 1988, Mr. and Mrs. Whelpley moved permanently to Arizona, and they enjoyed many wonderful years there, with new friends, and a new love for the game of golf.
Bunny was a very active mother, who was very involved in her children's activities, while working full time in the family business, and also running an active beef farm. She was a leader in 4-H, and helped many children gain a love of knowledge of what 4-H stood for. She was also active in the Trinity Lutheran Church Sunday school programs, and sang beautifully in the church choir.
Bunny is survived by her children, Dr. Robert (Joan) Whelpley, John (Karen) Whelpley and Dr. Janet Whelpley; a daughter-in-law, Deborah Whelpley; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her parents; her siblings, Robert Wasserloos, Ida Rose Mulkin and Rebecca Mathern; two sons, David and Dennis; and a grandson, Joshua.
There will be no visitation, and a private family service will be scheduled later, at the convenience of the family.
Memorials if desired, may be made to CCE-Allegany Education Center, 5435 A County Route 46, Belmont, NY 14813 for the 4-H program; The Gideon's International; or a charity of the donor's choice
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.
Online condolences may be made at guentherfh.com.
