Whatley, Libbie (Brenenstuhl)

Libbie Brenenstuhl Whatley, aged 91, passed away in Florida on January 21, 2024. She was born in Hartford, Connecticut on July 30, 1932 to Charles and Mabel (Larabee) Brenenstuhl of Wethersfield, CT.

Libbie graduated from Wethersfield High School, then became a Registered Nurse after completing studies and training from the Oma M. Wilcox School of Nursing in Middletown, Connecticut. She met and married Holt Whatley, settling in Wethersfield, then Glastonbury to raise a family of three boys.

In the early 1970s, Libbie and Holt bought a farmhouse in East Haddam, CT. It was here she continued to raise her boys and to pursue her love of horses and the equestrian community by becoming District Commissioner of the Connecticut Valley Pony Club. She and Holt served their community by becoming volunteers for the Lyme Ambulance Association and tended to numerous ambulance calls.

Libbie spent many years in the nursing profession, then changed careers and became a successful real estate agent, co-founding LTL Chelsea Realty in East Haddam. In 2001, Libbie and Holt retired to Florida purchasing a home in The Villages, where they continued to embrace life's adventures.

Libbie cherished her family; and established a legacy held dear by those who knew her. She served as the family matriarch, providing guidance, love and a sense of unity. Her warm and welcoming presence created lasting memories for all who were fortunate to be a part of her life.

Libbie was predeceased by her parents, husband Holt, and sister Janet Henley. She leaves behind three sons - Charles (Emily), Robert (Helen), and Kirk (Bambi), six grandchildren - Erin (Morgan), Catherine (John), Charles, Rebecca, Timothy, Chase, and four greatgrandchildren—Cadence, Warren, John, and Charles. She also leaves behind two nieces—Jill Henley and Joy Contreras.

Libbie will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by family and friends alike.