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Betty J. Taylor

(Gobin) July 11, 1936-March 15, 2015 Betty J. Taylor (Gobin) was born on July 11, 1936 to Joseph and Ruth Gobin. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends as she began her last journey to see our Lord, her husband, son and daughter on March 15, 2015.

She was a lifelong member of the Tulalip Tribes and worked for Tulalip Elementary School until she retired after 33 years, at which time her last grandchild graduated from the Tulalip Elementary School. She enjoyed retirement and spending time with her husband of 63 years. One of her favorite passtimes was going to the casino. She loved going on trips to the ocean with her children and grandchildren, taking long rides and having family dinners. She always opened her home to her Seone family and the new baby dancers. Her family was the most important things in her life especially raising her great grandson “Nico”.

She is survived by children, Connie (David) Watters, Calvin (Marguerite) Taylor, Clifford (Janet) Taylor, Sharon (Steve) Taylor, Lance (Tammy) Taylor, son-in-law Rod Simpson Jr.; grandchildren, Scott, Shannon, Montoya, Erin, Shane, Lee, Angie, Jason, Curtis, Skylor, Christina, Matt, Avel, Georgina, Joe, Tara, Ryan, Shana, Rodney, Malory, Lavon; great grandchildren, Kirsty, Brooke, Kavan, Keegan, Austen, Cailee, Daylin, Madison, Morgan, Brittany, Adriana, Makia, Colt, Evan, Blaize, Samuel, Abigail, Samara, Maia, Odessa Rose, Jaidis, Brayden, Kalista, Robbie, Autumn, Cole, Conner, Nico, ShyeAnne, Elyssa, Shylah, Ryelon, Tiyanna, Cruz, Wanisha, Muriel, Ashlynn, Caleb, Kiley, Cicero, India, Tan, Ant, Jeddy, Zion, Nile, Jamaisia, Mircale, Diamond, Caidance, Krissy, Jaylynn, Jared, Levi, Kiana, Haylen, Lala, Solay, Draven, Sage, Zach, Tyson.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Curtis G. Taylor; daughter, Kim (Taylor) Simpson; son, Gordon Lyn Taylor; granddaughter, Shannon Morning Sun; grandsons, Jamen Henry and Dallas Kane Taylor; her parents Joe and Ruth Gobin; brothers, Bernie and Tom Gobin; sisters, Harriett Erickson and Lavon Schneegan, Violet Parks, Ida Schlosser.

She will be missed by all who had the opportunity to know her. Services at the family home were held at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2015. Funeral services were held Thursday, March 19, 2015, 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home

Charles “Red” Sheldon

Charles “Red” Sheldon (98) passed away peacefully on March 15, 2015.

Born in Tulalip to Robert and Sarah (Charles) Sheldon, Charles served in the Army during WWII, after surviving Indian boarding school and the depression where both he and Thelma gained skills that gave them the ability to be self-sufficient.

Married to his first wife Thelma Townsend, he raised her 1st born Marlene as his own. After their divorce he found a loving partner in Helen Forrest and he treated her children as his own; Nan (Harold) Lippoid, Suzie (Craig) Thompson, and Ken Forrest.

Charles was a member of VFW#13 of Everett, and was still attending dances there until recently. Charles was also a proud member of the Tulalip Tribe and served on the board of directors for 17 years.

Charles enjoyed traveling and saw the world throughout his life, after retiring from (Norm) Buse Mill after 36 years.

Charles is preceded in death by his parents; Robert and Sarah Sheldon; his previous wife, Thelma (Townsend) Sheldon; and loving partner Helen Forrest; and his siblings, Angelina Brown, Sebastian “Sub” Williams, Martin Williams , William “Taft” Sheldon, Louise Ledford, Bernie Williams, Katie Gates, Lawrence “Buster” Sheldon, and Linnette “Nettie” McKay, and granddaughter Sarah Ann Wilson.

Charles is survived by his children, Charles R. Sheldon Jr., Marlene (Tobey) Beltran, William “Sonny” Charles Sheldon, Byron Lee Sheldon, Lita Jane “Koko” (Jack) Mowrer, and Karen (Morris) Zackuse; grandchildren, Brandon Bryant, Morgan Bryant, Julie Wilson, Emily Wilson, Rachel Mowrer, JD Mowrer, Max Mowrer; and great grandchildren, Tycen, Aiden, Avery, Harley, and Henry.

A very special thank you for those who help care for Charles: Marlene Beltran, Roberta “BN” Belanich, Brianna Cordova, Emily Wilson, Ryan Negrete, and Providence Hospice. Charles will be deeply missed by those who loved him.

Viewing service was held on Tuesday March 17, 2015 at 1 p.m. with an interfaith service following at the Tulalip Gym. Services were held Wednesday March 18, 2015 at 10 a.m. followed by burial at Mission Beach Cemetery.

George E. Carpenter

George E. Carpenter (86) passed away peacefully on March 10, 2015.

He is survived by Loving wife, Virginia; his sons, Eugene Carpenter, Don (Alice) Carpenter; and daughter, Lou Ann (Kari) Carter; grandchildren, Mandy Carter, Rosie (Grover) Topaum, Sarah (Anthony) Hart, Bryce (Bonnie) Juneau, and Angela Taylor; and great-grandkids, Mikey, Bryce Jr., Takota, Melissa, Juanito, Dorothy, Louise, Aredell, Tia, Adam, Ali-rae, Angel, and Tyler. He is also survived by his sisters, Gloria Davis, and Geraldine Boyd.

George was preceded in death by his parents, George and Minnie Carpenter; his brother, Glen Carpenter, and sister, Grace VanDalen.

George has a special place in all of our hearts, As he would say “See you in the funny papers”.

Services will be held at the Tulalip gym on Friday, March 13, 2015 at 10 a.m. burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman.

Donald Charles Hatch III

Donald Charles Hatch III was born on October 11, 1960 to Donald Hatch II and Barbara Anderson Hatch. Donald was surrounded by his family when he went to be with the Lord and his mother on March 6, 2015.

He was a graduate of MPHS in 1978. Donald’s passion all of his life was revolved around sports. Playing football, basketball, baseball and golf all of his life. Any tournament Donald attended he would always be recognized for ALL-STAR or MVP. He was known as a walking sports Almanac. A special shout out to the “Original” Renegade Team. Donald is a third generation coach for Tulalip. Donald’s career started out at Boeing. Then he became a bingo caller at the Tulalip Tribes entertainment center. Then he moved on to the Tulalip Casino as a blackjack dealer, eventually becoming pit boss. But of course his passion for sports moved him on with his career to Athletic Director at the Tulalip Boys & Girls club. In his life he was known as a mathematic wizard.

He leaves behind his father, Donald (Penoke) Hatch Jr. and Cy (Karen) Fryberg (second parents); daughters, Jacqueline and Haley Hatch, Michelle Hutchins; his only son, Deion (Rocio) Hatch. Besides his children the joys of his life were his grandchildren Nate, Alesha, Amare, Peyton, Francis, Deion Jr, and Honey girl. He also leaves his siblings, Denise Hatch-Anderson, Andrea (Steve) Hamilton, Paula Hatch, Carrie fryberg, Jennie Fryberg and Kristi Jo Parks. Brothers Lawrence Hatch, George and Bubba Fryberg; numerous aunts uncles nieces and nephews.

Preceded him in death, his mother, Barbra (Anderson) Hatch; and his soulmate, Shirley Lyn Jones; as well as many more of his ancestors from Muckleshoot and Tulalip.

Interfaith Service will be held Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at Tulalip Tribal Gym. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home, Marysville.

Alvin Joseph Tom

Dec. 24, 1945-Feb. 28, 2015 Alvin Joseph Tom, 69, of Tulalip passed away February 28, 2015.

He was born December 24, 1945 in Bellingham, Washington to Isadore and Laura Tom. He was a commercial fisherman, logger, and worked at the unemployment office.

He is survived by his children, Laura Tom, Andrew Tom; step-son, Andrew Joseph Lorenz; siblings, Isadore (Dobie) Tom, Laureen Lawrence, Geraldine Bill, Vivian George, Loretta Tom, and Lucille John; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with an Interfaith Service at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym. Funeral service will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

Randall Eugene Henry

Randall Eugene Henry, 50 of Tulalip passed away February 22, 2015.

He was born October 15, 1964 in Everett, Wash. to John and Barbara (Bull) Henry.

He was a commercial fisherman, enjoying fishing with his dad in the San Juan’s; a woodcutter; and a maintenance man. He enjoyed spending time with his kids, grandkids, nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his children, Mary and Sophie Henry; siblings, Adrian Henry Sr., Alice Henry; Kerri Henry, and J. Lee Henry; grandchildren, Raven Revey and Loralei Henry, Joshua Henry and, Lawrence Henry; his one and only aunt, Mary Fryberg; and several cousins..

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Louise Henry; and grandson Johnny Revey Jr.

A time of visitation will be held Thursday, February 26, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman with a Prayer service following at 7:00 p.m. at the 1910 Shaker Church. Funeral Service will be held Friday, February 27, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the 1910 Shaker Church with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home, Marysville.

Norbert Thomas Wyakes

Norbert Thomas Wyakes, 85, of Tulalip, Wash. passed away December 29, 2014.

He was born on Sept. 17, 1929 to Thomas and Dore Wyakes in La Conner, Washington.

Norbert loved Western and 50’s Music, WWE Wrestling, Western movies, cars, batteries, and his Cowboy Hats. In 1998 Norbert and his sister, Dorothy were the first King and Queen from Tulalip Senior Center.

He is survived by nieces, Connie Matteson, Muffy Ordonia, Lina “Yellow” Martin, Monica Ordonia,; nephew, William Ordonia, David and Joe Fernandes; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by parents; sisters, Dorothy Nudo, Janice Nacionales; and niece, Esther (Ordonia) Davis.

Visitation was held Friday, January 2, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with a Recitation of the Rosary at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym. Funeral Services were held Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

Vera May Zackuse

June 26, 1930 – Dec. 18, 2015 Vera May Zackuse, 85, of Tulalip, passed away December 18, 2015 surrounded by her family.

She was born June 26, 1930 in Arlington, Washington to Harry and Verna Hill. She worked for Boeing for 27 years. She loved to fish and she had the first all women fishing crew. She was the basketball and baseball coach for the Tulalip Fawns for many years. She founded the Easter Sunrise breakfast. She was the number one fan at all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren sports activities.

She is survived by her life partner of 54 years, Donald Brodersen; children, Morris (Karen) Zackuse, Mitch (Karen) Zackuse, Brenda Zackuse, Leona (George) Gonzalez, Elishia Stewart; fifteen grandchildren; twenty-two great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and her dog Precious aka “Stinky”.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her five siblings.

A funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym.

Francis “Frenchy” Edwin Comenote

March 8, 1959-Dec. 15, 2014 Francis “Frenchy” Edwin Comenote, 55 of Tulalip passed away December 15, 2014.

He was born March 8, 1959 in Everett, Washington to George and Pauline Comenote.

He is survived by his children, Francis “Franky” E. Comenote, Elizabeth Comenote, and Andrew Comenote; siblings, Gene (Marie) Zackuse, Norma Comenote, and Charles Comenote Sr.; ten grandchildren; and special aunt Vera Zackuse; and numerous, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, brother, George Comenote Jr; sister-in-law, Sharon Comenote; and one grandchild, Kenyatta Comenote-Badie Jr.

A visitation will be held Monday, December 22, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with an InterFaith service at 6:00 pm at the Tulalip Gym. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 23, 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, Marysville.

Stan Todd Sicade Sr.

Stan Todd Sicade Sr., 47 of Tulalip passed away December 12, 2014.

He was born August 30, 1967 to Henry “Hank” and Rose Sicade in Tacoma, Washington. He was raised in Tacoma but also lived in Puyallup, Muckleshoot/ Auburn, Squaxin Island and Tulalip.

He is survived by his wife, Stella Sicade; children, Dianndra Sicade, Brian Sicade, Sandra Sicade, Buddy L. Sicade, Lluan Sicade, Stanton Sicade Jr., Nyah Sicade; siblings, Fredrick Sicade Sr., and Susan Jones; mother, Rose Sicade; grandchildren, Aaliyah McLean, Cassidy Brown, and Alyssa Satiacum-Hamilton; aunts, uncles, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his dad, Henry “Hank” Sicade; his grandparents and numerous, aunties, uncles and cousins.

Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 17, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Schaefer-Shipman with Shaker service to follow at 6:00 p.m. at the Tulalip 1910 Shaker Church. Funeral services will be held Thursday, at 9:00 a.m. at the Tulalip Gym with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.