Category: Obituaries

Kanim Lee Taige Posey was born in Everett, WA on June 5, 1996. He was called home on March 18, 2025. He was a very proud Tulalip Tribal Member who exercised his Treaty Rights hunting, fishing, and shell fishing. He was a loving son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, friend and father to 5 beautiful children and one precious angel baby.

Kanim was an athlete. His hockey team placed 3rd in the Nation. He was an outstanding baseball catcher with a great arm that surprised people with his speed. He had quick enough reactions to save lives. He was a hard-working man just like his Papa, he exercised his Treaty Rights and defended them with passion. He loved the water and land, they were not just places he fished and hunted, but they were a part of him. He spent countless hours on Tulalip Bay, and in his U&A San Ju

an lands. He utilized his rights to provide for his family and community.
Kanim was fiercely loving and loy

His legacy will live on in the waves he fished, the lands he hunted, and the people who loved him.

Kanim was preceded in death by his son, Nicholas Posey; Brother, Keaden Posey; Great Great-Grandmother, Edith Percival Parks; Great-Grandma, Winona Cooper; Great Grandpa, Lloyd Posey; Grandpa, Lloyd “Grumpy” Grow; Uncle, Dwayne Posey; Great-Grandma, Elizabeth Posey; Aunt, Marilyn Posey; Great-Grandpa, Thomas Gobin; Cousins, Crystal Gobin, Teddy Orr, Dennis Boon and Derek Halstead.

Kanim is survived by his parents, Dana (Crystal) Posey, Nikki Thompson Posey; Sister, Katie Dire; Grandparents, Dean and Debra Posey, Rikki Kellog Grow; Aunts, Becky Posey, Kim Thompson, Brett (Bryan) Parker; Uncle, Tommy (Santana) Thompson; Special Cousins, Keani Posey, Joseph Hatch Jr. (Kiana), Tnessa (Hayden), Ratina (Josh), Teague Parker, Kenzie Thompson, Jayden Thompson, and too many more to be named; His children, AraBella Lee, Saleesta Dae, Kamila, Zeriah, and Khloe Posey.

An evening service will be held Friday, March 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, March 22, 2025 at 10 AM at the Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Robert Fryberg, 41 of Tulalip Tribes was born September 9, 1983 to Audrey “Odder” Fryberg and Michael Denunzio. He went on his journey March 4, 2025.

An interfaith service will be held Monday, March 10, 2025 at 6 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 10 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at the Mission Beach Cemetery.

Sunrise, December 10, 1987, Everett, Washington & Sunset, March 2, 2025, Tulalip, Washington

Beloved daughter, mother Tah-Sheena Shantel Judith Williams, 37, left us to be with the Lord in Heaven and is now resting in peace with mother Rose Buck Williams & grandmother Helen Campbell. Father, Raymond E. Madrid, resides in Tulalip, Washington.

Special Godmothers include: Judith Patrick and Wendy Church 

Tah-Sheena also leaves behind her beautiful daughters that she loved very much Tyra Williams, Nakala Williams Cultee, Adriana Williams, Amelia Williams and, in passing, daughter Evelyn Cultee.

She also leaves behind loving husband, Michael Laramie. Her siblings include Fawn Madrid, Ray Madrid, Jr. Michael Madrid and Jerry Williams. 

Tah-Sheena “Sheena” loved her grandmother, Helen Campbell (who passed in 2020); and, also loved her family-especially her children. She will forever be missed and always loved with the legacy of an eternal flame. 

“The world used to be so vibrant & bright; the world lost a little color today.” Tyra Williams

Funeral Service will be held Friday, March 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Gathering Hall, 7512 Totem Beach Rd., Tulalip, WA 98271 with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Jeanne Juanita McLean, Tulalip Tribal member, born on October 29, 1943 in Tulalip, WA to Stan Jones Sr. and Arlene Charles-Holding. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on February 24, 2025. She is survived by her mom, JoAnn Jones; siblings, Teri (Billy), Gayle, Gary (Karen) and Karen; and her children, Mike, Kenny, Michelle and Shawn; several grandchildren and great grandchildren and special cousin Kathy Craft. She is also survived by many extended loved ones. She was loved by all and will be greatly missed.

APRIL 9, 1929 – FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Richard James Muir Sr., born in Fortson, Wa. on April 9, 1929, went to join the love of his life, surrounded by family on February 13, 2025. Raised on the Tulalip Reservation at a farm known as “Dunston’s”, for many years growing up with siblings and cousins, then moving to Whitehorse.

Richard served in the U.S. Army at the age of 17 with an honorable discharge. Moving into a logging career in the Aberdeen area.

He married the love of his life, Donna, in March of 1957 and started raising their family. Richard moved his wife and family to a small home in Tacoma, Wa. and opened his own construction business “Muir Construction”. As the years past he remodeled their small home to accommodate his growing family.

In 1977, the family relocated to Tulalip and he built a new home on the family property. He began working for the Tulalip Tribes as their Construction Manager where he was able to train and mentor many young Tulalip men in the construction trade. He was responsible for the Tulalip Hatchery Construction. He remodeled the marine shed to allow the marina to have a store and restaurant for the fishermen and community. He was responsible for building the Tulalip Entertainment Center and he worked with Tulalip Housing building many homes for Tulalip families.

As a result of his work that he did with Tulalip he was made an honorary member of the Tulalip Tribes in April 2002, of which he was very proud.

He was an exemplary father, full of love wisdom and understanding. He had a great sense of humor who would always get his girls started at family gatherings (then get in trouble with his wife).

He also spent many years as a commercial fisherman beside his wife in usual and accustom fishing grounds of Tulalip. Clam digging trips annually with family in Ocean shores, camping for weeks at a time. He bowled avidly raising his children in the bowling alleys of Tacoma and Marysville. He was a skilled gardener and farmer, raising cattle and fowl.

In retirement he and his wife enjoyed spending weeks camping on their lot at Lake Connor Park, having block parties with many of their friends and family. The kids and grand-kids enjoyed camping and swimming on the weekends with them.

Richard spent many years taking daily walks around Hermosa and Totem Beach area enjoying the scenery, visiting with the neighbors while getting his daily exercise.

Richard had a life time membership to the Moose Lodge where he had many life-time friends and enjoyed live music and dancing.

He was survived by: Siblings: Dallas Muir, Rosene Leonard (Bill), Harvey Stevenson, Bernadeen Harvey (Bob), Becki Hilty, Ardella Muir, Arvella Muir and Doyle Muir.

Children: Richard Jr. (Teena), Debra, Deanna and Doreen.

Grandchildren: Nicole, SabraLee, Shiloh, Mitchell, Daniel (Cherish), Breanna, June, Sandra (Kurtis), Danielle, Chaz, Karolyn (Lynzi), Charlie, Michael (Ame), Dakotah, “Nanalilja Sissy and Christjan.

Great Grandchildren: Kecia’Ann (Tim) , Deven, Jaren, Alex, M’Kenzy, Zea’Koaho, Elyssa, Shylah, Ryelon, M’Kenya, Brayden (Daniel Jr.), Harlee’Anne, Karter, Maizleigh, Areaya, Cierra (Trevor) , Dalton (Brittney), Timothy (Matilda), Kurtis (Ariell), Kaycie, Dayla, Daylyn, Brayden, Jaxson, Paizlee, Kamelia, Lailani, Maizee, Kurtis. Jr., Damien, Greg Jr., Emmalynn, Kenneth, Carson, Makena, Payton Jr., Cadence.

Great-Great-Grandchildren: Violet, Maddox, Dylan, Maelani, Timbo, Kayson, Adonis & Braxton

Also survived by: Many close friends, nieces and nephews.

Preceded by: Love of his life – Donna L. Muir; Parent: Blanch Helm Stevenson, Robert (Curley) Muir, Kate Muir. Siblings; Margie, Peggy, Arvel, Barbara, Arlene “Sugar” & Jerry. Grandchild: Jared, Great-Grandchildren; Paul Shay Jr. and Oaklee Muir.

A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 10 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Susan Jane Moses, 60 of Tulalip passed away February 10, 2025 in Everett. She was born on February 2, 1965 in Snohomish, WA to Kenneth Virgil Moses Sr. and Theresa Joseph Moses. She was a firefighter and an EMT; secretary for CEO of the Quil Ceda; she worked at Tulalip Data Services. She spent her whole life praying in traditional ways; original round drum owner of Timberland creek drum, she was very active in the Coast Salish Longhouse life.

She is survived by her only Kaiser Moses; her brother Lyle Moses; and sister Myra (Hoss) Hudson and many loved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her loving parents and many loving siblings.

An evening service will be held Monday, Feb. 17, 2025 at 6 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. A celebration of her life will be held, Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025 at 10 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Edward Jesse May 9, 1973 – Perrin In Loving Memory of Edward Jesse Perrin
Born in Petersburg, Alaska; Ed Perrin lived with passion and love. A proud father, husband, and “Dice King” dealer at Tulalip Casino, his magnetic spirit lit every room. He’s survived by his wife Monique Shopbell, children, and grandchildren. His legacy of love endures. 

An evening service will be held Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. A celebration of his life will be held Thursday, January 30. 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Jason Lee O’Day, 34, passed away November 25, 2024 in Everett.He was born on March 1, 1990 to Patrick and Carmen O’Day in Everett, Washington. He was a member of the Tulalip Tribes. He loved his children Susan and Jason D.L. O’Day. He lived his life the best that he could. He is survived by his parents, Patrick and Carmen; brother Brian; and children Susan and Jason. A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 10 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Anna Marie Contraro was born to Marie Cheer and Robert Contraro Sr. in Everett, Washington. She was a member of the Tulalip Tribes. 
She lived in the Cheer family home in Tulalip her whole life.
She spent her childhood fishing and on the beach. She shared love and knowledge with her kids. 
Anna dedicated her life to taking care of her family. She went above and beyond for everyone she cared about. Spending time with her family included traveling, cooking, and being at the beach. Some of her favorite places to go were Ocean Shores, Disneyland, and Nevada. 
She will always be the number one Husky’s fan. She raised her kids to be dawgs just like her.
She loved celebrating Halloween, going to concerts, and working at Boom City. 
She will be remembered for her selflessness, teachings, and most of all her pranks. 
Anna leaves behind her dad, Robert Contraro Sr. Siblings: Robert Contraro Jr. (Maureen Enick), Zetha Contraro, Tom (Rose) Reeves, and Danelle Gomez. Her kids: Shawntay, Cassie, Jesse, Tyler, Jasmine, Sonny, Dexter, Justine, and Rosie. Many uncles, aunties, and cousins. Numerous nieces and nephews that she helped raise and care for. Close friend, Lawanda and kids. 
She is proceded in death by her mom, Marie Cheer. Grandparents, Barbara and Arnold Sr., Katie Sheldon, and Grandpa Jim. Uncles and aunts: Stanley Cheer Sr., Patrick Cheer, Phillip Cheer, Conrad Reeves Sr., Barbara Reeves Sr., Charlene Williams, Cecil Lewis, Arnold Cheer Jr. Cousins: Stanley Cheer Jr. Kevin Cheer, Conrad Reeves Jr., Carla Cheer. Niece, Chianne Lynn Enick and nephew, Logan Charles Mclean. 
An evening service will be held Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 at 6:00 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. Funeral Services will be held, Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 at 10 AM at the Gathering Hall.

1968 – 2024

Kristy Marie Bill-Solomon (Buffy), 55, of Tulalip Washington and Lummi nation Passed away October 31, 2024. She was born to Joe Bill sr and Geraldine Bill on December 24, 1968 in Bellingham Washington, as a child she grew up in Lummi and you would always find her not to far from her father, she was a daddy’s girl all the way if she wasn’t with her dad you would find her with her siblings playing and learning our way of life, then later on moved to Tulalip, got a job at the old bingo hall as a floor worker and then she would become a loving wife, a caring mother and a great teacher. She had a great sense of humor but was also so kind to everyone she knew. Her family was very important to her and she always had an open door policy for everyone. She loved traveling to smokehouse and playing sla-Hal games where she would meet her friends and family plus make new friends and make great memories, she took great pride in her work, she would spend her days taking care of her children, supporting her husband and her family, she was always willing to teach her children, nieces and nephews how to cook. In her spare time she would watch movies with her children, or keep busy by making various of items. She is survived by her auntie-Loretta Tom. Her sister-Inez Bill. Her children- Daniel Bill, Benjamin Solomon lll, Marsha Tom, Lauralee Tom, Sarah Tom. Her grandchildren- Trey Solomon, Kaiden Tom, Octavia Tom, Charles Tom and another on the way. She is proceeded in death by her husband- Phillip Solomon. Her parents- Geraldine Bill, Joe Bill Sr. Grandparents- Isadore, Laura Tom. Brothers- Joe Bill, Brian Bill; Sisters- Donna Houle, Kathleen Bill, Miriam Jo Bill and Jolene Bill.

An evening service will be held Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 at 6 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. A celebration of her life will be held Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024 at the Tulalip Gathering Hall at 10:00 AM with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.