Pauline Ruth Neilands, 96, of Pullman and formerly of Colfax, WA passed away March 23, 2018 at Avalon Care Center.  Pauline was born Nov. 12, 1921 in Wenatchee, WA to June & Katherine (Sullivan) Thrapp.  She grew up in Wenatchee and graduated from Wenatchee High School.  Pauline worked following high school as an elevator operator and at a local dentist office.  It was during this time she met John (Jack) Neilands and on Feb. 14, 1942 Pauline & Jack were married in Wenatchee, WA where they made their home.  Following Jack's return from the war he went to work for J C Penny Company and the family moved to Great Falls, MT.  They later lived in Moscow and Lewiston, Idaho.  In 1966 the family moved to Colfax, Washington and opened the Sears store on Main Street.  Pauline assisted with the operation of the store and continued to raise the family.  Pauline loved to garden and spend time at the Grandmother's Thrift Shop.  She was a very caring and giving person who always put others first.  Pauline was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.  She participated on various bowling leagues through the years.  She is survived by her daughters Cheri Abernethy of Colfax; Penny Neilands of Stanton Island, NY; Paula Neilands of Kirkland, WA; two grandchildren Darren Smith & Kodel  Mergens; 3 sisters MaryAnn Winn; Carol Knutson & Katy Carroll.  In addition to her parents Pauline was preceded in death by her husband Jack, daughter Pam Smith and three brothers.  There will be no public services and Pauline will be interred with her family at the Wenatchee City Cemetery in Wenatchee, WA.  Pauline's family wishes to express their appreciation for all the support and love shown her at Avalon Care Center.  Bruning Funeral Home of Colfax, WA has been entrusted with arrangements.  Online condolences may be sent to www.bruningfuneralhome.com