Obituaries

Lee Walter Gay, age 91, a former Colville resident, passed away in La Monte, Missouri on February 8, 2026. Lee was born on December 25, 1934, to Mary (Morris) and Walter Gay in Ellensburg, Washington.

Celebration of Life for Tom Lawver

Nov. 19, 1937 - April 6, 2026. Dode Wagner, a member of the original Oens clan that migrated from Kentucky in the late 1850’s through Elmo Mo., where their first child James E. Oens was born (her grandfather).

Philip “Butch” Roger Riesen, age 86, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, in Spokane, Washington. Butch was born on July 20, 1939, in Colville, Washington to Fred and Leona Riesen.

David Brown, born August 17, 1944, finally decided he’d had enough of this nonsense and checked out on April 1, 2026 — fittingly, on April Fool’s Day, because Dave never could resist one last joke.

Donald “Don” Larry Dashiell, 70, a lifelong resident of Hunters and dedicated rancher of the Harvey Creek Red Angus family ranch, passed away on April 29, 2026. A former Stevens County Commissioner known for his integrity and frugality, Don was a "cowboy through and through" who served his community with a kind heart and tireless work ethic.

Leon Wayne Mitchell, 67, was a devoted family man, career wildland firefighter with the U.S. Forest Service, and a passionate outdoorsman. From the ski slopes of 49 Degrees North to the fairways of Dominion Meadows, Leon’s legacy of strength, selflessness, and love for his family remains an inspiration to all who knew him.

Donald Frederick Teeguarden, 79, passed away at home on April 18, 2026. A dedicated educator and legendary girls' basketball coach for Wasilla, Chewelah, and Colville, Don was known for his passion for the game and his love of major league baseball road trips. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Deborah, and a large, loving family.

Martin Dean Barnhill (Tex), 87, passed away on April 30, 2026, in Kettle Falls, Washington, surrounded by family. A proud Air Force veteran and long-time member of the Colville Eagles, Martin was a devoted husband, father, and outdoorsman known to many as "Tex."

Fay Ann Hill, age 87, of Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, passed away on April 21st. Fay was born on April 18th, 1939 in Colville, Washington to Fay and Pegge Camp. She grew up in Colville and graduated from 

Colville High School in 1957. Fay married Barney Hill in 1962, and together they shared 28 years of marriage cut short by Barney’s death from cancer in 1990.

Michael (Mike) Henning passed from this life into his Savior’s presence on April 12, 2026 in Spokane, WA. Born August 12, 1945 to Russell and Mildred Henning in Spokane, Mike grew up on 5 Mile Prairie and attended the Mead School District for 12 years, graduating in 1963 from Mead High School. 

Doris May Falk, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026, in Spokane, Washington, surrounded by her loving family.

Ron passed away suddenly at his home in Kettle Falls on April 11, 2026. As our hearts heal, we will always remember his great sense of humor and laughter. Ron could always tell a story of old and make us laugh. Ron will be missed and never forgotten.

Randal Guy Sieger was born in Colville, Washington on 08/03/1950 and passed away in Spokane Washington on 04/14/2026 .

Long Time Stevens County resident Phillip Alan Wise passed on March 29, 2026, surrounded in love by his wife and daughter after a long illness, at their home in Bonney Lake, Washington. His passing was peaceful and is with the Lord.

Anna Maurica Trudell passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the home of her brother and sister-in-law Bill and Melonie Trudell, where they lovingly cared for her during the past several years.

Ire Ann (BO) Butler-Layton-LANGFORD,  passed away on Nov 13, 2025,  at the age of 73, in Hospice, in Enid, OK.  

Erne (Ernest) Kegel passed away peacefully Saturday March 28, 2026, at Mount Carmel Hospital.

Born June 13, 1946, in Colville, Erne lived most of his life just a mile from where he grew up, in the forest 13 miles east of Colville, adjacent to the land his grandparents Albert and Bertha Kegel (née Voigtland) homesteaded in 1905. 

Chris passed away peacefully on January 10, 2020, in Spokane, Wa. He was born in 1964 in Montana to Darrell and Vivian Even.

Kasey was born alongside his twin brother Tracy in Colville Washington on September 17, 1964 to Emma (Barden) and Dave Hegney. As a child and through his adulthood he enjoyed hunting, boating and fishing especially with family.

We lost our beloved mother Myrna Lea Darnell, 83, on March 21st, 2026. She took her journey to heaven with her loving family by her side. 

George Francis Stensgar, 100, of Inchelium, Wash., passed away April 3, 2026, in Colville. He was born Oct. 20, 1925, in Inchelium. Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory has been entrusted with his care.

In loving memory of Alan Clarke Hall

Alan Clarke Hall age 84, passed away on March 26, 2026. He was a resident of Colville, Washington for the past twenty- four years.

Perlene Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 20, 2026, at the age of 90.  She will be remembered for her warmth, strength, and the deep love she shared with her family and friends.