Wilda Dean Crowe Pokos passed away peacefully on Friday, January 10, 2014 after a short illness. She is predeceased by her parents, Wilda Elizabeth Reagan and Leo Crowe as well as her brothers, Ronald and James Crowe. She leaves her husband of 50 years, Louis E. Pokos and her 4 children, Deborah Pokos Brendan Dugan, Paul Reger Kathy Kolarsick, Matthew Pokos Tracy, and Catherine Elizabeth Pokos Ken Slocum-Young. In addition she leaves 4 grandsons and 4 granddaughters and 3 great-grandchildren.

Known as Deanie throughout her life, she was born on January 16, 1933 in San Diego, CA and resided in the Tri-Cities for last 34 years. She was an avid cat lover, adopting many strays along the way. She especially shared her love of books and reading with her children and grandchildren who provided The Bookworm with lots of business. Summers found Deanie spending time with her grandchildren at the neighborhood swimming pool. In addition, she inherited her mother's enjoyment of antiquing, collecting vintage furniture, glassware and china.

There will be no funeral service. Memorial donations can be made to Benton Franklin Humane Society, 1736 E 7th Ave, Kennewick WA; Salvation Army, 310 N 4th Ave, Pasco WA and Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, 2108 W Entiat Ave, Kennewick WA.