Dolores Veleta Poolman

Dolores V (Krumsick) Poolman was born in Sacred Heart Hospital in Spokane, WA, on February 11, 1938. She lived with her parents, Arthur and Alma, and brother Art in Atallia and Wallula before the dam was constructed and caused their move to Walla Walla. Dolores (Deo) graduated from Wa-Hi in 1955. She was married in town to Charles Gonzales (deceased), a member of the Air Force. They traveled around the USA while on active duty. They produced a daughter, Tracy, and settled in New Jersey. Dolores worked at Monsanto for several years while in NJ, also where she graduated from Rutgers University with a degree in Accounting & Economics in 1974. She was employed by Patterson and Ridgeway Accounting Firm upon graduation. She continued her career until she became Treasurer of the Woodlawn Cemetery, Bronx, NYC. She met Richard Poolman and were married on October 19, 1985. They lived in Ossining, NY, until relocating to Walla Walla in 2007. She enjoyed wood carving, staying in the mountains, and spending time with family and friends. She leaves behind her beloved husband Richard, brother Arthur (wife Judie), her daughter Tracy, grandsons Jake and Brian, and her great-grandchildren Olivia and Owen.

A graveside service will be held at 10:30 AM on September 23, 2022, at Mountain View Cemetery Garden Mausoleum, 2120 S 2nd Ave, Walla Walla, WA, with Father Lourdu Mummadi officiating.