Shirley Hansen Luiten Hall

Shirley Hansen Luiten Hall, 88, of Colville passed away on Oct. 3, 2025 after a second battle with cancer. Always the sweet lady, she was born in Colville on Valentine’s Day 1937, to Iner and Lucille Hansen; she was the beloved sister of Wayne, Jack, Steve, and Danny.

Shirley was preceded in death by her late husband, James (Jim) Luiten. Their 29-year marriage blessed them with four children: Jack Luiten (Lisa), Cindy Fullmer (Owen), Dale Luiten (Tanya), and Jake Luiten, as well as many cherished grand- and great grandchildren. After Jim’s death in 1983, Shirley found love again with Ronald Hall. They had been married for 32 years when he passed away in 2022.

Shirley’s early years after graduation from Colville High School were spent with Jim working on their ranch on Aladdin Road. She would go on to spend 71 years there tending children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cows, horses, chickens, flowers, and anything else that needed extra care. She made legendary pies and had a kitchen famous for feeding hungry hay crews delicious meals through long summers spent working in the fields. As her children progressed through school, Shirley went to work for Colville School District in the food service program and is fondly remembered by many as “the lunch lady.” After leaving the lunch room, Shirley went on to work in Stevens County District Court until her retirement.  After retirement, Shirley and Ron spent their time horse racing, helping rancher friends on their cattle drives, taking long scenic horseback rides, and hosting family and friends at their home. Shirley found great joy in her friends and family and is deeply missed by all.

A memorial service will be held Friday, Nov. 7, at 2 p.m. at the Colville Senior Center, The Hub.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.