Elsa Doreen Pokusa

Elsa Doreen Pokusa Elsa Doreen Pokusa was born in Myrthyr Tydfil, South Wales, and immigrated to California with her mother and father in 1931. Settling in Antioch, Doreen was a graduate of Antioch High School and met the love of her life, Stanley, during World War II. They were married in 1943. She began her dance teaching career in 1954 when she opened Doreen's School of the Dance, which is celebrating its 50th year in business. She loved to spend time at the beach and enjoyed her world travels. She was a Past Honored Queen of Job's Daughters, a member of Eastern Star and maintained a full and active life. Doreen is survived by Stanley, her beloved husband of 61 years, Mimi and Tom, her devoted daughter and son, and her beloved grandchildren, Kymm, Leslie, Christi, Danielle, Brett and Bethany. An Eastern Star service will be held on Friday, 5/21/04, at 8pm at Higgins Chapel, Antioch with visitation from 4pm until time of service. Funeral service will be held 11am Saturday, 5/22/04, at St. George's Episcopal Church, Antioch, with burial to follow at Oak View Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations to VNA Hospice or the Antioch High School Scholarship Fund are requested.