1919-2021
Dorthy Elaine (Neumann) Hull of Prescott WI passed away on January 14, 2020 at the age of 100._ Dot was born on the family homestead near Max ND on April 28, 1919, the daughter of Emil and Finis (Bennett) Neumann._ Orphaned by the age of 7, she and her 3 older siblings were raised by their paternal grandmother, Emelia (Arndt) Neumann in Barron WI.
Dot graduated from Barron HS and received her bachelor’s degree in education from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire._ She pursued her passion for helping children learn to read by teaching elementary school in Chippewa Falls, Janesville, Glenwood City WI and Hastings MN.
Dot married the love of her life, Howard Hull, April 15, 1946._ They resided in Augusta WI where their three children were born, Nancy, Bill, and Dottie Dee._ The family relocated to Prescott WI in 1960. Prescott will always be remembered as a time of lasting friendships and a nurturing church fellowship through the United Church of Christ.
Howard and Dot enjoyed 50 years of marriage and were inseparable. _ Their commitment to and love for each other was an inspiration to everyone who knew them, especially their children._ Retirement provided them the opportunity to travel and spend additional time with their children, grandchildren, and friends._ It also allowed for those extra backgammon and card games!
As her family, we remember Mom (Grammy) for her strength, her unwavering faith, her spontaneous sense of adventure, her stubborn independence, and her loving devotion to our family._ Dot is survived and missed by her 3 children, Nancy (Brad) Ison, Bill (Marion) Hull, and Dottie (Mark) Zenobi; her 6 grandchildren, Erin (Michael), Ryan, Amanda (Fredy), Michael (Catherine), Megan (Colin), and Kyle; and her 3 great-grandchildren Aedan, Carson, and Callie.__ She was preceded in death by Howard, her 3 siblings (Elton Neumann, Wesley Neumann, and Doris Nystrom) and her niece (Roberta Nale).
A special thank you goes to the staffs of Auburn Meadows and Auburn Home in Waconia MN for their thoughtful care of Mom in her final years._ A celebration of Dot’s life will be held at the United Church of Christ in Prescott WI on Saturday, July 24, at 1:00._ It will continue downstairs where we can socialize and share memories._ Graveside services will follow._ If you wish, donations may be made in her honor to the United Church of Christ in Prescott or a charity of your choice._ Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia. _ 952-442-2121 www.johnsonfh.com A special thank you goes to the staffs of Auburn Meadows and Auburn Home in Waconia MN for their thoughtful care of Mom in her final years.__ A celebration of Dot’s life will be held at the United Church of Christ in Prescott WI on Saturday, July 24, at 1:00._ It will continue downstairs where we can socialize and share memories._ Graveside services will follow.__ If you wish, donations may be made in her honor to the United Church of Christ in Prescott or a charity of your choice.__ Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia. _ 952-442-2121 www.johnsonfh.com
