Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home

JoAnne Little Deer Robinson-Velazquez was born on August 14th 1978, she left us on April 8th 2024 to be with our Heavenly Father and Lord and Savior Jesus.JoAnne came from a blended family. She leaves behind her 5 children Melina Velasquez-Robinson, Destiny Velasquez-Robinson, Carlos Amado Cortez-Robinson, Larissa Cortez-Robinson, Mary Dela Cruz-Robinson. Her 2 grandchildren Rosalie Rita Torres-Velasquez and Miguel Torres-Velasquez. Siblings Elishia Stewart, Kenneth (Jessica) Robinson, Cassandra Jones, Shawn Jones, Demitri Jones-Robinson, Staycee Robinson and Maria Williams.A celebration of her life will be held Friday, April 19, 2024 at 10 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to...

Russell Riley Moses was born on May 17, 1954, to Kenneth Moses Sr. and Theresa Joseph. Russell passed away on March 27, 2024 surrounded by family. Russell grew up in Darrington, Washington, running around Squire Creek with his siblings. He learned to fish, hunt, and practice culture for both summer powwow?drumming with his dad's drum "the Whitehorse Drum." As well with winter powwow, where he become the family leader, speaker, and protector.Russell spent his career working for the US Forest Service in wildfire fighting and then worked with the Tulalip Tribes in the Forestry Program from April 19, 1992 through April 19, 2023. He was well regarded and respected by his coworkers in the Natural...

George A. Reeves Jr. was born on January 13, 1963 to George Reeves Sr. and Elida "Halita" Parks in Everett, Washington. George unexpectedly passed away on March 21, 2024. George spent his entire life in Tulalip and worked in various trades from construction to maintenance. He exercised his Treaty Rights and Sovereignty regularly fishing, hunting, clam digging, and wood cutting. He took pride in being a gravedigger and honoring his people. George was known to many as "Crazy George" and was "the life of the party". He made connections with everyone and loved to make people laugh. George had a heart of gold, full of love and compassion. He would go out of his way to care for others, especially...

Jolene Leanne Flores was born on February 9, 1997, in Tacoma, Washington. The Lord had different plans for Jolene when she left this world on March 11, 2024. Jolene is preceded in death by her birth mother Mary Jane Murphy; Grandmothers Barbara Jean Murphy-Beatty, and Emily Beatty; Grandfather Cyrus B. Hatch; Grandparents Jesusa and Albert Flores; and special cousin Jayden Brashears. She is survived by her parents Jordan and Marilyn Flores along with her daughter Caysa Rose Flores. The siblings Jolene leaves behind are Belinda (Don) Hegnes; Sarina (Dennis Proo), Dominic, Ben, Vanessa, Wayne (Boo), Matt, and Misty Flores; Sarah and Justin Murphy; Josh and Brandon Lloyd. Along with special...

Garland "Joe" Rogers, 86 was born on September 23, 1939 in Candler, North Carolina to Ralph and Leatha Rogers. He passed away March 9, 2024 in Maui, Hawaii. In 1955, the Rogers family took a vacation from North Carolina to Washington. Joe elected to stay. He met and married Grace. They have been married for 66 years. In 1985 Joe and Grace accepted position of condo managers at Hale Kai O' Kihei in Maui-Association and Rental Pool. In prior years, Joe spent 28 yrs with E A Nord Co in Everett and fourteen years in Snohomish County Sheriff's Deputy Reserve. He was a Lifetime member BPO Elks club in Everett. Joe loved bowling local and nationals in Reno and Memphis. He enjoyed pistol...

Garland "Joe" Rogers, 86 was born on September 23, 1939 in Candler, North Carolina to Ralph and Leatha Rogers. He passed away March 9, 2024 in Maui, Hawaii. In 1955, the Rogers family took a vacation from North Carolina to Washington. Joe elected to stay. He met and married Grace. They have been married for 66 years. In 1985 Joe and Grace accepted position of condo managers at Hale Kai O' Kihei in Maui-Association and Rental Pool. In prior years, Joe spent 28 yrs with E A Nord Co in Everett and fourteen years in Snohomish County Sheriff's Deputy Reserve. He was a Lifetime member BPO Elks club in Everett. Joe loved bowling local and nationals in Reno and Memphis. He enjoyed...

Sandy spent the last six weeks surrounded by her beloved family and passed expectedly February 19, 2024. Sandy is survived by her husband Don Senner, her children Josh Senner and Jacque Nye, her siblings Diane, Susanne, Ray, Shirley, Roxanne, as well as seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Sandy is preceded in death by her biological parents Sandy and Henrietta, adopted parents Eldor and Pauline as well as two siblings Jeff and Joanne and her nephew Daniel. A celebration of her life will be held Friday, March 1, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall, 7512 Totem Beach Rd., Tulalip, with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to...

Ruth Harriet Munizza, a beloved pillar of the Arlington,Washington community, passed away on February 8, 2024, at theage of 100.Born on May 4, 1923, in Port Townsend, WA, Ruthwas one of 13 siblings, and she leaves behind a legacy of love,dedication, and service.Ruth's journey of service and leadership began at the Universityof Washington, where she earned her teaching degree, igniting alifelong passion for education. She embarked on her teachingcareer in Marysville, and then moved to Arlington High School,where she quickly endeared herself to her students. Her warmthand dedication were evident, as she not only taught school, but alsoserved as a Camp Fire leader, shaping the lives of young...

Connie Marie Brown, 62 years old, a proud mother and a joyful presence to her family and friends, passed away Wednesday morning, February 7th. She is survived by her husband Tony, her children Anthony, Rachel, and Laura, and her grandchildren Andy, Jordan, and Dory.Connie loved her home teams, often attending Mariners games throughout her life and buying merch to rep them and the Seahawks, only recently adding the Kraken.What she was most recently well known for though was her love of animals, often having a pet off and on since childhood. She loved spoiling her pets, often buying a toy or a treat while she was out thrifting. She also often visited parks and waterfronts, enjoying the view...

Lynne Sheryl (Moses) Selam was born March 23, 1966 to Maryann "Cookie" and Louie Moses and passed away January 31, 2024. Lynne lived in Yakama and Tulalip throughout her life and enjoyed crabbing and fishing as a young woman. She traveled a lot on the stick game road and had friends and family everywhere she went. She loved cooking for her people and watching canoe races. Lynne loved going to Bingo and to the Casino anywhere she visited. Lynne would always take her grandchildren during Spring break and Winter breaks when she lived in Wapato. She is survived by her children Ramona (Albert), Nicholas (Jasmine), and Sarah. Grandchildren Dakaota, Desmond, Dahawnee, Maryann, Samantha, David, and...

Byron Lee Sheldon was born on March 4th 1950, born to Thelma Townsend and Charles "Red" Sheldon, and passed away on January 29th 2024. Born in Everett, WA, lived on in Tulalip until a young age, then grew up in Everett and graduated from Everett high school in 1968. After graduation Byron attended Western University for a brief period, after he returned to Tulalip where he lived for the remainder of his life. He spent decades working for the Tulalip Tribes as a courier and his favorite term for himself was a "gopher" go for this, go for that. He would often stop for his favorite snack a corn dog from the teriyaki store while on the run. Byron was known for his goofy sense of humor. He...

Javier worked many jobs in his life. As a fisherman, and in architecture and construction.He loved hiking, nature, plants, creating art and the ocean. Javier also taught art classes in Marysville and Tulalip schools as a volunteer. Javier was an avid reader, and read every book he came across. He was very curious and always looking to grow his knowledge. He had a strong passion and was drawn to sci-fi topics and loved anything to do with aliens, ufos, and bigfoot. He was one of 7 children. Preceded in death by his wife Enriqueta, his 5 siblings and his parents. Survived by his children; Wendy, Sophia (James) and Javier, and his grandkids: Aitana, Oliver, and Levi, Daniela, Fiorella and...

Teresa Moses Whitish 'Yabulqs" was born on 1-28-1949 to Marya and Walter Moses Sr. in Tulalip, WA she passed away surrounded by her loved ones on 1-13-2024 She leaves behind a son Wallace King Sr "Roy' yub??, daughter Leah Hood, Sylvanna Brinson, Randy Brinson, Saul Brinson (Julia Brinson). Her 14 grandkids and 7 Great grandkids. Siblings Johanna Moses, Rachel Hood, April Smith, Julie Russell, Vicki Tsoodle , Daniel "Danny" Moses Sr. Proceeded into death by her daughter Arlena Hood, her brothers Walter Moses Jr, Raymond "ti-at-mus" Moses, Victor Moses, Gilbert Moses. Teresa enjoyed being a fisherwoman, language warrior, everyone's favorite auntie and hands down the best cook. Her hugs were...

Dennis Lee Hegnes Sr. was born on June 6, 1946, a Thursday, in Everett, WA. He entered into rest on January 13, 2024, a Saturday. Dennis was born to Clay and Lois Hegnes and was a lifelong resident of Tulalip, WA. He graduated from Marysville High School. Dennis served in the U.S. Air Force for four years with another two years in the U.S. Air Force Reserve. He worked for Welco Lumber and the Tulalip Tribes Building Maintenance department for many years. Dennis married his wife, Marion, on October 8, 1968 and they created a happy and content life together. They had three children, Dennis Jr., Donald, and Denise. They were married for 42 years, until her death in 2011. Dennis was a family man...

Barbara Joan Vache was born on December 4, 1949, at Kadlec Hospital in Richland WA and died on January 3, 2024, at Providence Hospital in Everett WA.Preceded in death by John Vache (father), Marion Vache (mother), and Mary Ellen Thompson (Sister), Barbara is survived by her daughter, Beth Vache in Lake Stevens WA, grandsons Andrew Quiring (Vee) in Alaska, and Charlie Quiring in Mill Creek WA, sister Katie Grothe (Michael), brothers Pat (Kitty), Jim, Dan (Carolyn) and an extended family of nieces and nephews.Barbara, after attending Christ the King Primary school grades 1 - 8 in Richland, graduated from Richland High School (RHS) in 1968 and attended Yakima Valley Community College. She once...

She was born into this world on August 20th 1975 to Ruby Jimicum and Daniel "Gene" Zackuse Sr. She went to be with the creator on November 17th 2023. When she was just three days old when she received her Indian name "TAH-Li-SE" from her grandfather Joseph Alvin Jimicum Sr. She grew up and spent most of her time on the Tulalip Indian Reservation. One of her favorite jobs was working for Tulalip's custodial maintenance department which she dedicated her life to for eight years. She was a very positive, down to earth, uplifting person who loved everyone. She loved spending time with family, her children, and grandchildren. She also enjoyed going to the mountains all year around, to swim in the...

On November 10th 2023 Duane (Joe)peacefully passed away at home. Joe was 85 years old. Born to Isabella and Henry (Ace) Collings. Joe is preceded in death by his 3 siblings: Liz, Irene, Sonny. HIs wife, Sandra Collings, Son Joseph (Joey)As a young man Joe was in the National Guard for approx 4 years.Joe worked his long career in the Snohomish County area as a Mill Worker. Retired from Jeld Wen/Nord Door in 2003. From there he worked side by side with his daughter Jeanice at T&T Upholstery for 10 years. He really enjoyed the people and working for fun with Jeanice. He enjoyed Food, traveling , music, woodworking, cars and music and of course coffee. He leaves behind his kids,...

Elizabeth "Liz" Penn was born December 17, 1934 in Monroe, WA to Minnie Jimicum of Tulalip and Paul Raymond Cagey of Swinomish and passed away on November 4, 2023. She graduated Chemawa Indian School and worked in La Push for the Quileute Tribe. Liz was very intelligent worked a lot within the court system as a Native Children's Advocate she had the potential to go far supporting families.A passion of hers was sports, she supported the Native hard ball teams and players. Liz loved the Mariners and new all the players names and stats. She loved to read finishing a book in 3 days cover to cover and crocheting. Liz had two favorite Casinos and enjoyed gambling at The Tulalip QCC Casino and The...

David John Castor, 63, of Marysville passed away Nov. 1, 2023 in EverettHe was born November 13 1959 in Spokane, WA to Robert and Marlynn Castor. He was a Christian. David was a veteran having service in the US Marine Corps. He was an avid Seahawk fan, enjoyed playing golf, and he loved to fish. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother and grandfather, He is survived by his wife Cindy Castor; children Kayla (Mike), and LaTasha (Jarred); parents, Robert and Marlynn; brothers Michael (Barbie) and Ronald (Kaydeen); grandchildren Aubrey, Orion, and Rozlyn, and his dog Shelby. He was preceded in death by his brother Robert James Castor. No services will be held.

David Daniel Spencer Sr. was born on June 7, 1937, a Monday, in Tulalip, WA. He entered into rest on October 28, 2023, a Saturday.David was raised by his grandparents, Katrina 'Kwi-tee' and Ambrose Bagley, on the Tulalip Indian Reservation. He graduated from Marysville High School in 1956. David served in the U.S. Army from 1958 to 1961. He attended Everett Community College and the University of Washington. David worked at the General Telephone Company (GTE) for thirty years before retiring in 1991. He and his soulmate, Viola Carol Jones Spencer, were high school sweethearts and were married on April 7, 1958. They had four children, Doreen, Janel, David Jr., and Dawn Shirley. They were...