Dorothy Hollnagel Mumma

Dorothy Hollnagel Mumma passed away at Ecumen Pathstone on Saturday, May 17, 2025.Born in Mankato on October 4, 1940, she lived her 84 years in Mankato and North Mankato. Dorothy was the wife of the late Al Mumma and the daughter of the late Helene Hoberg Hollnagel and Russell Albert Hollnagel. Five of her seven siblings preceded her in death.

Dorothy grew up in West Mankato, with fond memories of riding the blue and cream Schwinn bike with her little sister on the carrier. Playing in the then woods on West 7th, the vacant lot at the corner of West 7th and Blue Earth, venturing to the railroad trestle or the big rock by Mankato High, ice skating at the slough rink . . . such great childhood memories.

Dorothy graduated from Mankato High, followed by receiving an activities coordinator certificate from Duluth Technical which she put to good use at Mankato Lutheran Home followed by working at St. Peter State Hospital until her retirement.

Retirement saw Dorothy and Al canoeing, and participating in area Rendezvous where Dorothy excelled at tomahawk throwing.

Dorothy is survived by her sister Brenda Ferris of Wilmington, Delaware and numerous nieces and nephews and their families.

You’ve flown away, Dorothy Ann, and are in your next adventure with God. A memorial service will be held at a later date.