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Karen Mumma Obituary

Karen V. Mumma

Windsor Heights

Karen V. Mumma of Windsor Heights died February 22, 2013 at Tucson Medical Center Hospice (Pepe's House) in Tucson AZ. after suffering a stroke. A memorial mass will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday May 4, at St. Theresa Catholic Church Merle Hay and University Av. Inurnment at a later date.

Karen was the daughter of Harlan and Catherine (Oviatt) Block. She was born on a farm near Logan, IA, on September 17, 1938. She attended Catholic grade school and graduated High School in Missouri Valley, IA. She attended University Of Iowa. On August 17, 1957 she married Dan Mumma.

Karen is survived by husband Dan, five children, Kim (Mike) Buntz, Chris (Souane) Steve, Jeff (Heather), Paul (Tracy), nine grandchildren, two brothers and family friend Rob Peterson.

After all five children started school she begun work in food service for the Des Moines school system, working there for over 15 years before moving to CO.

Karen was a devoted Catholic, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She always loved being close to family, spending time with her grandchildren and snowbirding in AZ. the past few years.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Karens name may be left to the Alzheimer's Association, Tucson Medical Center Hospice (Pepe's House) 2715 N Wyatt Drive, Tucson AZ. 85712, or Iowa Disabled American Veterans.

Published by the Des Moines Register from Apr. 26 to Apr. 28, 2013.
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My sincerest condolences to all family members and loved ones of Mrs. Mumma over her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless.

James Sandin

May 6, 2013

Kim and Mike,
Thinking and praying for you at this difficult time. God bless
Teresa Beghtol Dayton.

Teresa Dayton

May 3, 2013

Kim, and all the Mumma Family... my thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. God Bless you and yours.

Susie Nichols-Randall

May 3, 2013

I always admired Aunt Karen for the way she made everyone feel. Easy to know and fun to be around always! I loved it when she gave her kids that special look...or forewarning if you will!

Lisa Mumma

April 26, 2013

My heart aches with saddness at Karen's passing. I hope you find comfort in the many memories you shared with her. My God Bless & Keep YOU & your family in the warmth of his Love. Prayers & Thoughts are sent to you from me & mine. Keep her in your heart & she will always be close by. Blessings,

Janice Hazen Williams

April 26, 2013

Dan, Kim, Chris, Steve, Jeff, Paul and family,

Karen was a wonderful person with a peaceful and kind presence - always willing to help anyone who needed it and perhaps whip them up a sandwich or share a plate of cookies and a smile. She leaves me and many others with countless memories of good times. She was one cool lady, and I will always hold a special place in my heart for her and your family.

Cheryl (Biggins) Miller, Lance, Jack and Sam

April 26, 2013

Mumma Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Cindy Ghee

April 26, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I feel honored to have known her.

Jami Myers Jones

April 26, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

JOE MCNELEY

April 26, 2013

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