Dorraine Frances Jones

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Dorraine Frances (Williams) Jones, 78, was born and raised on the Tulalip Indian Reservation. Her parents were Lawrence Charles Williams and Christina Fryberg of Tulalip. She passed away on August 22, 2013 at Everett, Washington.
Dorraine was born to a fisherman and fished with her husband, “Breezer” on their boat the “Dorraine J.” She started her career with her dad beach seining, then fishing with Breezer, she also worked many years at the original Smoke Shop located by the dam on the reservation; and later in the first tribal health clinic as a Community Health Representative. She enjoyed her culture by harvesting cedar, cascara bark, berry picking, clam digging, canning and cooking for family events. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Dorraine is survived by her son and daughters, Jimmy Jones (Kristy L.); Rae Anne (Mike) Gobin, Karen (Steve) Gobin; her grand-children, Justine Jones, Brent Cleveland (Sara E.), Ron Cleveland, Joshua Cleveland, Shelby Cleveland (Trever H.), Sonia Gobin (George S.), Steven Gobin Jr. (Chandra R.), Kevin (Laini Jones), Natosha Gobin (Thomas W.) and Jessica Jones; great-grandchildren, Brent Cleveland Jr., Evalynn Cleveland, Rosalie Cleveland, Stella Cleveland-Husein, Kylee Sohappy, Kira Sohappy, Koli Sohappy, Kaliyah Sohappy, Aleesia Gobin, Eian Williams, Wakiza Gobin, Florence Gobin, Eliana Gobin, Jet L. Jones, Ava D. Jones, KC Hots, Kane Hots, Katie Hots, Aloisius Williams and Aiden E. Mather; her sister, Jane Wright; brothers, Herman Williams Sr., Clyde (Maxine) Williams Sr., Arley Williams, Charlene Williams, nephews; Frank (Michaela) Wright, Lawrence (Kim) Wright, Herman Williams Jr., Andy Williams; Alan (Arnele) Williams, Clyde Williams Jr., Gene (Julie) Williams; Lance Williams; Brian Jones Sr. and Brian “Bubbas” Jones Jr., nieces, Christine (Dean) Henry, Deb (Joe) Peterson, Illa Wright, Leilani Davey, Charlotte Williams, Janet Williams, Gail Williams, Felicia (Sugar) Jones, Chris Jones; and many other great nieces and nephews.

Dorraine was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph D. Jones Jr.; parents, Lawrence and Christina (Daisy) Williams; parents-in-law, Ralph and Edith Jones, Lena Harrison; her sons, Kevin O. Jones, Ralph D. Jones III; her grandson, Nathan D. Cleveland; her sister-in-law, Genevieve Williams; brother-in-laws, Darrel R. Jones, Frank Wright; and nephew, Greg Williams.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Everett Providence Hospital for their support in her final days. A special thank you to mom’s caretakers, Jimmy, Kristy, Justine, Brian “Bubba” and Chasity who were there for her night and day for the many years that she had been ill.

The Viewing will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday August 27, 2013 at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home in Marysville. An Interfaith Service to celebrate Dorraine’s life will be held at 6:00 p.m. on August 27, 2013 at her home. Funeral Services to be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday August 28, 2013 at the Tulalip Tribes Gym followed by burial service at the Mission Beach Cemetery.

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Obituary: Patricia Ann “Patty” Baker

October 1, 2013, 11:11 am

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Patty was born December 30, 1973 to Marge Baker and Carl Rehder Jr. She entered into rest September 25, 2013. Patty graduated from Marysville-Pilchuck High School. She loved crocheting, knitting, embroidering, bowling and her little wiener dogs. She loved her nieces and nephews, and her favorite sister, Christy. Visitation will be held Sunday, September 29, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with an Interfaith service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym. Funeral Services will be held Monday, September 30, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home. – See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/heraldnet/obituary.aspx?n=patricia-ann-baker-patty&pid=167184945&fhid=2242#sthash.tnP1Dv0W.dpuf

Obituary: Anna M. Hatch

October 8, 2013, 10:27 am

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On Sept. 30, 2013, Anna M. Hatch left to be with the good Lord and her loving husband. She was a homemaker for the first twenty years of her marriage, then worked for twenty years at the Tulalip Smoke Shop. Anna leaves behind a brother, Earl (Moxy) Renecker (Bernice-D); a sister, Isabelle Legg (James); three daughters, Karen Bayne (Hatch), Vicki Hatch-Jablonski (Steve), Gloria Hatch (Steve); a grandson, Punkies (Buck-Jones-Hatch), who lived with her since he was born; Isabelle Cervantes and Anna Leigh Hatch who lived with her too; her other grandchildren, Tressa, Anderson (Kenneth M.), Jamen Anderson, Tever Anderson, Jessica Anderson (Luther), Anthony “Tony” Reese (Sarah) and Linzee Jablonski; and 10 great-grandchildren; Anna was preceded in death by her husband, Verle Hatch, of 60 years who passed away in April; brother, Henry (Hank) Gobin who passed in April; her mother, Isabelle Walker Brown; father, Henry Gobin Sr.; and siblings, Shirley, Emery, Daryl, Frank and John. A visitation will be held Wednesday, October 2, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with a service following at the home at 6 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 3, 2013 at 10 a.m. at the Tulalip Gym with a burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home – See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/heraldnet/obituary.aspx?n=anna-m-hatch&pid=167298265&fhid=2242#sthash.QUNbIKlY.dpuf

Wendy Leigh Gobin-Young

October 21, 2013, 7:33 am

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Wendy Leigh Gobin-Young, 52, passed away on October 16, 2013 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her family and friends after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma cancer.

Wendy was born in Arlington, Washington on June 23, 1961 to Thomas and Beverly Gobin. She was a very active participant in school and graduated from Arlington High School in 1979. Throughout her life Wendy dedicated her time to the Tulalip Tribes holding numerous positions including, but not limited to, a receptionist, fish hatchery technician, member on the Enrollment Committee and TERO Commission. She also held the position of Enrollment Manager for 8 years, attending conferences and trainings all over the United States bringing various new changes to the Enrollment Department. During this time Wendy began assisting families with funeral arrangements and was offered the position of Funeral Services Officer. Wendy was very respectful and compassionate when dealing with the preparations for the deceased; this compassion was greatly appreciated by all.

Wendy was a member of the Tulalip Tribes and was well known for her intricate micro-beadwork and Native American jewelry. She loved traveling to pow-wows, canoe journeys, Makah days, conferences and exhibitions throughout many states and reservations. The family is in hopes that her jewelry will be cherished and loved by all whom have received it.

She will always be remembered for her special attention to children and her abundantly stocked stand at Boom City, infamously named the “MOTHERLOAD”, which was stocked with fireworks in the beginning and candy/novelties in the later years. Wendy took great pleasure in singing for funerals, family events and weddings, as well as traveling with her father and the Church of God band during her entire life.

Wendy is survived by her husband and best friend, Steve Young; companion and caretaker, John Ancheta; mother, Beverly Gobin; children Corrina Gobin-Olson (Gary), Krisan Fryberg (Ross), and Michael Moseley (Nicole); adopted children, Jeffery Reeves, Rebecca Marteney, Samantha Marteney, Cidney Marteney, Julia Ancheta, Maxima Ancheta and Jasmine Ancheta; sisters, Valda Gobin (Herb), Helen Gobin-Henson (Dave), Debra Posey (Dean), Rhonda Gobin (Gerald); brothers, Billy Gobin (Teri), Johnny Dumont, Tony Gobin (Judy), and Mike Gobin (RaeAnne); grandchildren, Keely, Brooklyn, Izaiah, Hayleigh, Ross Jr., Mason, Makayla and Brock. She is also survived by an extended family too numerous to list. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Joe Pete and Ruth Gobin, James and Ann Duffy; father, Thomas Gobin; sister, Marilyn Lewis; and special nephew, Teddy Shane Orr.

Visitation will be held 1:00 p.m. Sunday, October 20, 2013 at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home, 807 State Ave., Marysville. An Interfaith Service will be held Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. Tulalip Tribal Center, 6700 Mission Beach Road, Tulalip. Funeral Service will follow on Monday, October 21, 2013 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Center with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Leroy Martin “Lee” Fryberg Jr.

December 10, 2013, 7:40 am

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Leroy (Lee) Martin Fryberg Jr. Leroy (Lee) Martin Fryberg Jr. Sut ‘u kaad was a Tulalip Tribal member born on November 12, 1957 in Everett, WA. He entered into rest on December 7, 2013. He was born to the late Leroy M. Fryberg Sr. and Ella M. Hill. He was also adopted out and raised by the late Robert and Keeta Cameron, where he lived with them until he graduated from Everett High School in 1976. Leroy had a large heart and was committed to serve his family and his people. Throughout his life he helped many different people any way he could, he volunteered to help out at community events, helped cook for community gatherings, he loved being out on the water, beading, cutting wood, playing sports, and especially playing and spending time with the grandkids. During Leroy’s life he worked as a logger, security officer, commercial fisherman, as well as other odd end jobs. He met his lifelong partner of 24 years, Lahneen Fryberg, and together they raised eight wonderful children, Tanisha (Merlin), Kiah (Andy), Natasha (Ryan), Josephine (Chandell), Leila, Andrew, Brandee, Cameron. Also grandchildren, Keiara, Ladainian, Kailonna, Maleia, Bryson, Anderew Jr., and Aiden. He is also survived by siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins, many adopted children and grandchildren, as well as many friends. Leroy was truly blessed with an amazingly large family. Leroy is preceded in death by his parents, Leroy M. Fryberg, Ella M. Hill, Robert and Keeta Cameron; his brother, Martin J. Fryberg and sister, Dee Dee Cameron; and grandsons, Dason Blondin and Jordyn Moses. A viewing will held December 11, 2013, 1p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with an interfaith service to follow at the Tulalip Tribal center at 6p.m. Funeral services will be held December 12, 2013, 10 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Center with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Richard S. Coles

December 30, 2013, 4:35 pm

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“Dick” Richard S. Coles (Dick) passed peacefully in his sleep December 20, 2013. Dick was born July 20, 1934 in Everett, WA. He married Yvonne Joseph in 1968. He loved racing and working on cars, and had a special love for fishing. Dick was preceded in death by his son, Rickey, and wife, Yvonne. He is survived by his son, Robert Joseph Sr.; daughter in law, Lucinda; grandsons, Robert Jr. and Brandon; great-grandsons, Jordan and Braden; sister, Dorothy Wilson; special nieces and nephews, Donna Chambers, Adrian Henry, Alice, J Lee, Carrie, Randy Henry, Mike Johnson, Matt Joseph, Leroy Joseph, David, Larry, Laurie; and special caregiver, Alex Hatch. Funeral services will be held at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home December 26, 2013 at 11 a.m., with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Mamie Pearl Oldham

February 10, 2014, 10:05 am

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Mamie Pearl Oldham Mamie Pearl Oldham, 45, went to be with our Lord on February 1, 2014. She was born June 2, 1968 in Everett to Albert Hood Sr. and Rachel (Moses) Hood. She was raised on the Tulalip Reservation. She was a Tulalip tribal member and she always honored her fathers teachings, Absentee Shawnee, from Oklahoma. She loved fishing, clam digging, harvesting berries, cutting wood, selling at Boom City “Rambo Shack” fireworks. She had a big heart with a beautiful smile. She was full of compassion and laughter. Everyone who crossed her path and became acquainted with her love received a nickname that was how she kept you close to her heart. Her children were her greatest gift, every single one of her 11 babies shine with her greatness. Mamie was extremely blessed with two grandchildren. She shared her children and grandchildren with her people teaching them our culture and prayer. Shaker became a solid foundation. She loved her walks, now that she begins the journey to her beloved daddy, brothers and sisters. She shall shine down blessings to all as she stomp dances in the clouds. We shall remain humble through all with her greatest memories. She is survived by her amazing life with “Abraham”, loyal hubby, Keith Abraham; her mother, Rachel; 11 children, Darlena (Dean), Jessica (Paul), Nik-ko-te (Anthony), Angel (Ryan), Lisa, Keith, Michael, Chya, Kira, Yamah; siblings, Alonzo and Yamah (Heather); two grandchildren, Preston and Landon. She was preceded in death by Marya Jones Moses; Elmer and Mamie Hood; Albert Hood Sr., Albert Hood Jr., Elaina Hood, Marya Hood, and Jordan Abraham. Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman on Wednesday, February 5, 2014 followed by an Interfaith service at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Gym. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, February 6 at 10 a.m. at the Tulalip Gym with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman.

Larry Gene Rutter

February 26, 2014, 10:24 am

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Larry Gene Rutter, 61, died of pancreatic cancer on February 20, 2014. His wife, Deborah Shawver, and his son, Derek Rutter, survive him. Larry was born in Duluth, Minnesota; graduated from South Kitsap High School, and earned a degree in fisheries biology from the University of Washington. He had a successful career in salmon management policy, working for the Point No Point Treaty Council, the Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission, and NOAA Fisheries. He served on the Pacific Salmon Commission and led the negotiations to achieve the salmon fishing treaty between the US and Canada. Larry was an accomplished carpenter and loved to fly airplanes, ride motorcycles, and snowboard. He was known for intelligence, wit, self-reliance, hard work, sense of fun, and ability to make the most of whatever he was doing. Larry was an “impact player” in everything he touched. A celebration of Larry’s life will be held on March 1, 2014 at 1:00 p.m., at the Skookum Creek Events Center, 91 W State Route 108, Shelton, WA. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Salish Sea Marine Survival Project, Larry Rutter Legacy Fund, at: http://www.lltk.org, and look for the Larry Rutter Legacy Fund.

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Charles E. Russell Jr.

March 24, 2014, 7:48 am

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Charles E. Russell Jr., 73 of Tulalip, WA passed away March 18, 2014. He was born April 5, 1940 to Charles and Ellen Russell in Coffeyville, Kansas. Charles worked as a Parts manager at Pacific Diesel. He married Marilyn Ross on July 7, 1958 and they were married for 53 years before she passing in 2011. He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth Miller; brother, Roy Russell; five grandchildren, Randy Hudson Sr., Leta Hilliard, Michelle Miller, Sarah Miller, and John Miller; and eight grand-children, Shoshanah Hudson, Gracelyn Hudson, Randy”Moose” Hudson Jr., Jess Moses, Kiley Miller, Evalea Cortez, Angel Cortez, and Taleen Enick; and his cousins, Sam and David Shaw. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Myra A. Hubbard; and brother, Larry Russell. Services will be held Friday, March 21, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

Mary Lou Williams

April 1, 2014, 10:01 am

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Mary Lou Williams, 43 went to be with the Lord March 23, 2014 surrounded by family and close friends. She was born in Everett, Wash. Nov. 01, 1970 to the late Patricia Ellen Williams of Tulalip, and Reggie Williams of Chilliwack, B.C. She leaves behind her father, Reggie and step-father, Dana Cheer; the father of her children, Ken C. Johnson; son, Antonio Johnson; three grandchildren, Azmiraya, Antonio Ki cois, and Antonio King; son, Kurtis Johnson; daughter, Kei’anna Johnson; sons, Quincy Johnson, Bryce Juneau, Takota Williams and Jeremy Kindness; significant other, Cameron Craig; a very special aunty, Mary Jo James; and many more aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends. Mary Lou’s vibrant personality touched many lives. Her sense of humor and laughter drew everyone near. Her scary stories about the basket lady frightened her kids into bed with her. She loved basketball and looked forward to each and every game especially when her oldest boys went to the State Basketball Tournament. Her favorite pastime was playing bingo with her mom and aunties, as long as she sat at the next table. Later on she started working for the Bingo Parlor. Her love for music started when she played piano as a young girl, and she loved to hear her boys rap and her daughter sing! She also loved to dance. Growing up in Tulalip, Mary loved the cultural dancing and singing and beach parties with family. During the holidays, she loved to play poker and board games with family. Mary Lou will be missed by all who shared her life. Pray service Thursday, March 27, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral home with an Interfaith Service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym. Funeral Service will be held Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home., Marysville.

Viola Carol Gomez

April 3, 2014, 11:58 am

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Viola Carol Gomez was born on June 20, 1979, a Wednesday, and passed away on March 31, 2014, a Monday. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend who will always be in our hearts. She is survived by her children, Isabel, Olivia, Raul Jr., Sebastian, and Yasmani; her parents, Lillian and Juan Gomez Sr.; her grandmother, Liboria Gomez Perez; her sisters, Danelle and Jose Loera and Alicia Amador; her brother, Juan Gomez Jr. and Candy Brown; her niece and nephews, Danicio, Talia, Victor, Juan III, and Raphael; her aunts and uncles, Alicia Cruz, Dennis Hegnes Sr., Bertha Jimenez-Gomez, Jaime Jimenez, Leticia Jimenez, Hugo and Francisca Muñoz-Gomez, Mario Muñoz-Gomez, and David Spencer Sr.; and numerous cousins. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Lillian and William “Duke” Jones; her grandfather, Juan Salas-Adame; her aunts, Viola Jones Spencer, Marion Jones Hegnes, and Rosemary “Posie” Cross Jones; her uncles, Frankie Charles, Gustavo Cortez Sr., Donald “Dukie” Jones, and Emmett Jones and two infants; and cousins, Lloyd Jones, Janel Spencer, and Dawn Shirley Spencer. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with an Interfaith Service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym. Funeral will be held Friday, April 4, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman.

 

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Jessica Christina Jones

April 15, 2014, 9:41 am

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God has called another beautiful angel home. Jessica Christina Jones lived in Tulalip, WA and passed away on April 9, 2014 in Seattle, Washington at the age of 25. She was born in Everett, Washington on August 1, 1988 to Ralph D. Jones III and Pam Blount. Jessica was born to a fisherman. She helped her dad fishing, loved to draw, country music and her cats. She attended school in Marysville, Washington. She enjoyed her culture; working with her dad clam digging, fishing, canning, berry picking and planting trees. People found Jessica to be sassy, with a great sense of humor. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She loved the family vacations every summer to Uncle Deans and Aunt Marilyns farm in North Dakota so she could watch him milk the cows and go for rides on his quad. She always enjoyed Grandma Lyla’s dumpling soup. Jessica is survived by her mother, Pam Blount; stepfather Butch Blount; grandmother, Lyla Skaggs and Popa Harry Dishman; she leaves her son Aiden Echo Mather; brother, Cody Blount; and sister, Sonia (George) SoHappy; Aunts Kimberly Skaggs, Rae Anne (Mike) Gobin, Karen (Steve) Gobin; uncle Jimmy Jones (Kristie Lawrence); nieces Kylee, Kira and Kaliyah SoHappy, nephew Koli SoHappy; as well as cousins Shelby Cleveland, Justine Jones and Natosha Gobin; Brent, Ron, Josh Cleveland, Kevin (Lani) Jones, Steven Gobin Jr. and Brian Jones Jr. ; great aunts and uncles, Jane Wright, Herman Williams, Clyde and Maxine Williams, Arley and Charlene Williams, Marilyn Tietz, Harry and Shirley Schmidt, Scharlotte Walter; special cousins Felicia Stripling, Who was also like a sister; And many other cousins. Jessica is preceded in death by her father, Ralph D. Jones III; grandparents Dorraine and Ralph D. Jones Jr. Grandpa Hubert Skaggs; great grandparents, Ralph and Edith Jones and Lawrence and Christina (Daisy) Williams; great-great grandmother, Lena Harrison; great aunt, Genevieve Williams; great uncle, Darrell Ray Jones; and cousins Kevin Jones; and Nathan Cleveland. Viewing will take place at 1 p.m. on April 14, 2014 at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home in Marysville. An Interfaith Service to celebrate Jessica’s life will be held at 6:00 p.m. 2014 at Tulalip Tribal Gym.. Funeral Services to be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at the Tulalip Tribes Gym followed by burial service at the Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

 

Longtime Puyallup Tribal Leader Herman Dillon Sr. Walks On

June 3, 2014, 2:03 pm

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Puyallup Tribal Chairman Herman Dillon Sr., photographed in 2008 in Tacoma, died Friday, May 23. He was 82.

 

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Elected to the Puyallup tribal council in 1971, Herman Dillon Sr. was a “tireless advocate for the social and economic betterment” of his tribe and tribes throughout the Northwest, Gov. Jay Inslee told The Seattle Times. Dillon walked on May 23, 2014 at the age of 82.

“Our whole family is grieving the loss of the head of our family,” his daughter Sheila Beckett told the Times. “We appreciate everyone’s condolences during this rough time. He was so important to all of us. He will be greatly missed.”

Dillon not only served on the Puyallup City Council for more than 35 years, but he also testified on Indian affairs in Washington, D.C., and supported treaty fishing and hunting rights. Dillon was a longtime friend of Nisqually activist Billy Frank Jr., who walked on May 5 at the age of 83.

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“This is a sad day,” John Weymer, a spokesman for the tribe and Dillon’s personal friend told The News Tribune. “He’s had heart issues for years, but it still came as a surprise because he had been doing better for a while.”

During Dillon’s time leading the tribal council, the tribe went from poverty to prosperity, in large part due to casino gaming. He helped negotiate compacts with Washington State, and membership in the tribe more than tripled during his leadership, reports The News Tribune.

In a statement, Tacoma Mayor Marilyn Strickland called Dillon “a constant and reliable leader for the tribe and the region.”

A public memorial service was held May 31 for Dillon—The News Tribune published a photo gallery of the service here.

 

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Melissa Lee Bradford

June 4, 2014, 8:12 am

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Melissa Lee Bradford 42, of Tulalip, Wash. reached the sunset of her life on May 22, 2014. The sun first rose on Melissa, December 19, 1971 in Great Falls Mont. Melissa is survived by her daughters, Bobbie Lee, Winter and Aber; brothers, Troy F; and baby Frank; and sister, Sherry. She was preceded by her mother, Judi; sisters, Amber and Jessie; and her nephew, TJ. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 29, 2014, 1-5 p.m. at Solie Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held Friday, May 30, 2014, 10:00 a.m. in the Kenny Moses Building (6700 Totem Beach Rd. Tulalip, Wash., 98271).

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Dorothy Philipp and Angie Crawley

June 4, 2014, 8:13 am

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Dorothy Philipp Angie Crawley Dorothy Philipp and Angie Crawley, sisters-in-law and sisters-in-spirit passed away on March 24 and February 25, 2014 respectively. An honorary celebration of lives will be hosted by the Tulalip Tribes. It will be held at the Kenny Moses Building at the Mission Beach Tulalip Bay Complex on June 14 at 1 p.m. Friends and family are welcome.

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Jeanne James

June 17, 2014, 10:59 am

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Jeanne James, 66 of Tulalip, Wash., passed away June 15, 2014. She was born February 18, 1948 in Mt. Vernon, Wash. to Henry and Geraldine Williams. Jeanne was a Swinomish Tribal Member. She dedicated her career to Indian Education and was on the first board for Indian Child Welfare. She was also a member of the Washington State Indian Education Association. She was an avid Washington Husky fan. She is survived by her husband, Mark James; children, Kurtis James, LeVena (Matt) Barlow, Marcie (Ed) Lozeau, Margie James; siblings, Linda Day, Ron Williams, and Ray Williams; two brothers-in-law, Chuck James Jr. and his wife, Illene, and Lenny James; grandchildren, Amanda Hansen, Michael Lozeau, Olive Barlow, and Elijah Barlow; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her son, Kevin James; her parents; siblings, Joey Wilson, Warren Wilson, Marcia Williams, Richard Williams, Gerald Williams, and Henry Williams Jr. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman with an Interfaith service following at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym. Service on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman.

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Frances Ione Contraro

August 13, 2014, 8:56 am

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Dec. 7, 1950 – August 10, 2014 Frances I. (Reeves) Contraro (63) of Tulalip passed away August 10, 2014. She worked 32 years at the Tulalip liquor store as cashier, supervisor, and manager. She loved baseball, watching her son play ball, and was a Tulalip Angels fast pitch player and Seattle Mariners fan. She opened her home to anyone in need and enjoyed taking care of others. She loved her grandbabies and spending time with them. She leaves behind her sister, Lila (Leroy); her sons, George, Mike (AJ); several grandchildren, great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas (Tom) and Vivian (Babe) Reeves; sisters, Esther, Wilma, and brothers, George (Bev), Conrad Jr. (Barbara), and Willard. She has touched the lives of many and will be greatly missed. A Visitation will be held Wednesday August 13, 2014 from 1 p.m.-2.p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home. Services will be held Thursday August 14, 2014 at 10 a.m.

Cody Joe Dunn

September 2, 2014, 3:15 pm

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Feb. 25, 1989-Aug. 28, 2014 Cody Joe Dunn was born on February 25, 1989. He went to be with The Lord on August 28, 2014. Cody was a brainiac that was good at whatever he chose to do. He was amazing at his chosen profession which was construction. He loved working with wood and made special gifts for his family. He worked hard at whatever he did. He loved the Seahawks!! Cody leaves behind his mom, Candy Hill-Wells (Lew); his dad, Mike Dunn; his siblings, David Dunn, David Merrill, Nanie Balagot, Michele Balagot (Chris), Sonia SoHappy (George), Steven Gobin (Chandra), Natosha Gobin (Thomas), Michael Dunn, and the Love of his Life, Kathi Johnny, precious Chloe and their son that will arrive in November. Cody was so excited about the coming of his baby son. He leaves behind his aunties, Diane Janes (Bill), Doris Gula (Bill), Linda Hill, Kathy Williams, Sheryl Fryberg (Ray) ,Verna Hill, and special Auntie Marcie from Canada; his uncle, Charles Hill Jr. Cody leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Cody had a unique and strong personality. He had his stubbornness and his sense of humor that will never be forgotten. Cody will be missed greatly by his family and friends. Cody was preceded in death by his loving grandparents, Howard and Gloria St. Germaine and Charles and Della Hill; his uncles, Teddi Hill, Dennis Hill, and Pat Dunn; his aunties Ella “Puggy” Hill and June Pablo. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with an Interfaith service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Gym. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, September 3, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Gym with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home. -

ENRIQUE JOSE SEDANO Jr.

September 25, 2014, 10:53 am

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Enrique Jose Sedano Junior, better known by loved ones as ‘E.J. and SonSon’, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2014.

He was an extremely strong, determined child and put up a good fight until the end when he passed at OHSU/Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in Portland, Oregon after a tragic accident.

Enrique Junior was a beautiful ball of energy who could keep you on your toes and make you excited about the workout. He was loving to his whole family, protective of his cousins, outgoing to melt the heart of the world and adventurous to complete the whole package we knew as EJ. His beautiful, big brown eyes told stories and his drive and emotion taught us all more than his short time should have allowed. He was such a smart and in tuned child, his voice and thoughts could always be heard.

He is survived by his parents, Charlotte Ike and Enrique Sedano; a sister, Alexandrea; maternal grandparents Ronda Metcalf and Renaldo Minjarez; and fraternal grandparents, Adrienne and Daniel Vielle and Samuel Sedano; great grandmother, Phyllis Enick; as well as a numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. E.J. was preceded in death by his great grandfather, Charles Calflooking Sr.; his uncle, Robby Kublic; cousin, Keemani Conklin; great grandmother, Charlotte Quinelle; great grandfather Ricardo Minjarez; and great-great grandmother, Gertrude Perry.

Although we will miss him every day, he will forever remain in our hearts. Visitation will be on Thursday, September 25, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman with an Interfaith service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Gym. Funeral will be held Friday at 9:30 at the Tulalip Gym with burial to follow at the Marysville Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman, Marysville.

Shaylee Adelle Chuckulnaskit

November 5, 2014, 10:30 am

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On March 26, 2000, Shaylee Adelle Chuckulnaskit’s birth, a day God gave us our Shay Shay. Shaylee left to the be with the Lord on Friday, October 31, 2014.

Shaylee was very outgoing, confident, silly, persistant, fearless, and she mirrored God’s forgiving ways. She was also a fighter with spirit and had faith that could move mountains. Shaylee loved her sports, she played AAU Marysville Select for a few years and for Totem MS this last year. Shay also played volleyball for Totem MS. Shay had so much of God’s perfect love to give, she especially loved her friends, but her love was mostly to all of her family.

Shay leaves behind, whom she loved and adored most, her dad, Kurt Chuckulnaskit, her mom, Lavina Phillips; siblings, her best friend/sister, Shania, her brothers, Kurtis “Chaska” and Keenan, and her baby/little brother, Kaleb James. Shay also leaves her uncles, Kris Chuckulnaskit, Justin Chuckulnaskit, Percy Phillips III, and Jerry John Phillips; her aunts, Tory Chuckulnaskit, Rhonda St. Pierre, Grace Thornton, Lakota and Jenny Phillips. Shay also leaves her grandparents who she loved so much, Percy and Sandra Phillps, and Larry Thornton. Also leaves all her cousins, Vashti and Veniece, Cheryl and Kristy, Tanessa, Lanay, and Jason, Terrance and Nosh, Quentin and Kordelle, Kelsie and Jessie, Mekiah and Marisa, Jalen, Joey, Preston, Blake, Elwa, and LaVea.

Shaylee had such a radiant personality, crazy humor, and one heck of a beautiful smile! She will be remembered by all her selfies in each of our phones! Shay will be tremendously missed by her family and friends! We will always be CRAY CRAY for our Shay Shay!

We also would like to thank all for their support, donations, prayers, etc. from family to the whole nation for all you have done for our family and Shay, she meant the world to us! God has great things in store for each of you!

Shaylee was preceded in death by her loving grandmother, Cheryl Chuckulnaskit; aunt, Sharmon Phillips, uncle Jason Chuckulnaskit; cousins, Caden and Koby Phillips.

Visitation Thursday, November 6, 2014 at 2:00 PM at Schaefer-Shipman with an Interfaith service to follow at 6:00 pm at the Tulalip Gym. Service will be held Friday at 10:00 am at the Tulalip Gym with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman.