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Hope Michelle Fulkman | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Hope Michelle Fulkman 47 Apr 19, 1978 - Jul 6, 2025 Hope Michelle Fulkman, age 47, passed away on July 6, 2025, in the passenger seat of a car on the Wellpinit Reservation. Born on April 19, 1978, to parents Roselie Sharon Fulkman and Randy Dwaine Fulkman at Hemet Hospital. As a child, Hope grew up in Hemet, Calif., with her mother, father, and brother, Josh Joseph Fulkman. She was a happy kid who loved adventure, and was always getting dirty. When she grew up, she earned her Culinary Degree at the New England Culinary Institute in Vermont, where she discovered her passion and love for cooking, not only for herself, but for others. During her lifetime, she loved to travel and explore new areas of the country, visiting every state except six. In each of these places, she would collect stories and meet new people to befriend, as she was very social. In 2008, she had a daughter, Persephonie Ste. Marie. Together they lived in Portland, Ore., Woodland, Wash., and finally, during her final moments, Colville, Wash. She was one with nature and loved animals and the trees, which is precisely what brought her to this part of Washington. Hope was preceded in death by her brother, Josh Joseph Fulkman, and succeeded in death by her mother, Roselie Sharon Fulkman, father, Randy Dwaine Fulkman, and daughter Persephonie Ste. Marie Her funeral was held on Tuesday, July 1, at Danekas Funeral Chapel & Crematory. Previous Item Next Item

Colville Offense Finds Its Rhythm Against Deer Park - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Colville Offense Finds Its Rhythm Against Deer Park December 24, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Jet Bateman goes up for a basket against Deer Park. Photo by Brandon Hansen. Colville boys and girls each split a pair of games. Colville girls bounce back with road win at Tonasket. Although Deer Park is in the 2A league, that didn’t stop Colville from putting on a big offensive show in their match last week. Colville opened the week with a dominant 67-31 victory over Deer Park on Dec. 16, at home. The Crimson Hawks had a five-point lead in the first quarter and then went on a 21-5 run before halftime. They continued to pour it on, and the Stags were outpaced 24-7 to begin the second half. Jet Bateman led Colville with 17 points, while Parker Darnold added 14. Colville’s outside shooting proved to be a major difference, as the Crimson Hawks connected on 12 3-pointers in the win. Darnold and Bateman each hit multiple shots from beyond the arc. Brock Benson added 10 points while Cooper Haynes and Quentin Huggins had nine points apiece. On Dec. 19, Colville traveled to Tonasket and came up short in a 49-36 loss. The Crimson Hawks struggled to find that same consistency on offense, losing their fourth game of the year. The Colville boys team will hang up its shoes for a few days and be back in action on Dec. 30, hosting Northport in a Stevens County showdown at 10:30 a.m. The Colville girls basketball team responded to an earlier setback with a strong road performance, defeating Tonasket 53-35 on Dec. 19, to improve to 4-3 overall. The Crimson Hawks’ 18-point victory was a bolstering bounce-back performance after a loss earlier in the week. The Lady Hawks fell 56-40 at home to Bonners Ferry in another nonleague contest on Dec. 16. Bonners Ferry’s Taren Bateman scored 38 points, including six 3-pointers, to lead the Badgers to the win. Andee Kroiss paced Colville with 14 points, while the Crimson Hawks struggled from beyond the arc, finishing without a made 3-pointer. Despite the loss, Colville regrouped quickly and found success on the road, which is important as they have a winning record and positive momentum as league play approaches. After Christmas, the Lady Crimson Hawks will head to Colfax on Dec. 29 to play at 1:30 p.m. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Out of the Past: 01/14/2026 - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Out of the Past: 01/14/2026 January 14, 2026 By: Stevens County Historical Museum Northwest Alloys at Addy. Photo courtesy Stevens County Historical Museum. 100 Years Ago— Stevens County has 2,643 farms, according to the revised estimate Jan. 1 made by the Department of Commerce. This is 84 less than in 1920. Jamaica ginger is to be removed from the list of intoxicants available to the thirsty. This tragedy is to occur April 1. The order provides that Jamaica ginger of double strength shall thereafter be handled the same as alcohol. An ore sample showing wire silver has been on display at the Bank of Colville this week, brought from the Old Dominion Mine. So far as is known, this property is the only one in Stevens County which has shown any amount of wire silver. 75 Years Ago— The Gotham twins, Merle and Verle, enlisted on Jan. 2 in the Army Air Force. The two youths, both graduates of Colville High School in 1948, signed up for four-year enlistments with Capt. Robert Campbell, Spokane Air Force recruiting officer. The Colville city council this week passed an exhaustive taxicab ordinance. The ordinance limits the number of taxicabs permitted in the city, establishes fares and sets up rules concerning drivers and licensing. The county jail held a total of 166 prisoners during 1950, a total summary compiled by the sheriff’s office this week. 50 Years Ago— Northwest Alloys, Inc., on Jan. 7, began heating its large ferrosilicon furnaces as a first step toward the production of magnesium and silicon, two major alloying agents used in making aluminum. Stevens County Commissioners will hold a hearing on Monday on an ordinance raising the salary of the county commissioners to $12,700. A workshop to help Colville plan bicentennial events and activities is set for Thursday at the Colville City Hall, according to Marian F. Garvey, festival hostess committee chairwoman. 25 Years Ago— A proposal to create a wide-ranging national monument that would cover most of the Colville National Forest in Ferry County has been unveiled by a consortium of conservation and recreation organizations. The proposal, which was unveiled last Thursday, would create the Columbia Mountains National Monument in northeast Washington. B. E. “Bushy” Norberg, 84-years-old and a native of Stevens County, has had quite a life. He remembers meeting John F. Kennedy during World War II. He also served as an Honor Guard at the casket of President Roosevelt. 10 Years Ago— Anyone traversing the Colville Main Street corridor and perusing the shops along the way will eventually find themselves at an intersection they have to cross. In an attempt to make their journeys from one side of State Highway 395 to the other side safer, Colville city council approved a pilot project that will implement crosswalk flags along specific sections of Main Street. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

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Ryley Jo Body-Larsen — a community announcement published by the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville and Stevens County. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Births Ryley Jo Body-Larsen Ryley Jo Body-Larsen was born Aug. 11, 2025, to parents Darcy Body and Michael Larsen of Kettle Falls, Wash. She weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces at birth and has one brother, Brantley Michael Body-Larsen, age 3. Her maternal grandparents are Diane Peterson and Larry Body of Colville, Wash. Her paternal grandparents are Laurie and Kurt Larsen of Kettle Falls, Wash. Her paternal great-grandparent is Adele Larsen of Grand Forks, British Columbia. Previous Next LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Colville City Council Discusses Stipend Budget, Historic Preservation Efforts and EMS Confusion - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Colville City Council Discusses Stipend Budget, Historic Preservation Efforts and EMS Confusion November 5, 2025 By: Isidora Patrick The Colville City Council dove into a packed agenda on Oct. 28, addressing topics ranging from engineering upgrades and local heritage, to ambulance coverage and lifeguard training. The council approved a three-year extension with Walsh Coomer and Associates Inc., worth $491,190, to continue engineering and construction work on the city’s Reservoir No. 2 project. The updated agreement runs through 2028 and covers final design and bidding. Council members also gave the green light to an easement agreement with Day Management Corporation, which clarifies property rights along existing access roads and allows for limited improvements. As part of the city’s mid-biennium budget review, council members weighed whether to boost their $50-per-meeting stipend. Some argued for keeping it as a symbol of public service, while others pushed for a monthly allowance to better reflect their efforts. Ultimately, the council left the pay unchanged, agreeing to revisit the topic at a later date. A spirited debate over an $8,666 funding request from the Historic Preservation Committee ended with the council paring it down to $1,048. Rather than printing hundreds of history booklets, the council unanimously supported historic plaques and membership fees, while exploring a digital, QR-code approach to showcase Colville’s storied homes and landmarks. The council spent a significant portion of the meeting addressing confusion about Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and ambulance services. Members voiced concern about potential double-billing when different agencies such as Stevens County, District 7 (Arden) and Pend Oreille respond to calls within city limits. The group also noted that recent state insurance reimbursement changes have added more complexity to local billing. Reports indicated that the sheriff’s ambulance service received about $400,000 in additional county funding to stay operational. To obtain clearer answers, the council stated plans to invite the current EMS providers to explain the differences between Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support systems, and to meet with the county commissioners to discuss possible next steps. Parks and Recreation Director Jillian Marshall said that city parks are almost set for winter after a successful fall cleanup. The department’s Zombie Walk drew a lively crowd, and babysitting classes for junior high students proved popular, according to Marshall. With winter basketball leagues on the horizon, Marshall also announced plans to hire more swim instructors next summer to alleviate the workload for lifeguards and enhance safety. Meanwhile, the council reviewed the Colville Chamber of Commerce’s revived “Business Show and Tell” series that highlighted Jabe’s Beef and the new business Tow Major Towing. The next council meeting is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 10, at 6 p.m., and is scheduled to include a closed-record hearing on a new behavioral health ordinance, as well as further budget discussions. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Franklin Theodore Borders — a community announcement published by the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville and Stevens County. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Births Franklin Theodore Borders Franklin Theodore Borders was born on June 25, 2025, to parents Lauren and Austin Borders of Colville, Wash. He weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces at birth and has one brother, August Wayne, age 18 months. His maternal grandparents are Jeff and Crystal Neumann of Ypsilanti, Mich. His paternal grandparents are Dave and Nadine Borders of Colville, Wash. His maternal great-grandparents are Robert Neumann and Alma Staup of Ypsilanti, Mich. His paternal great-grandparents are Sue and Jerry Borders of Colville, Wash., and Fern and Thomas Hammond of Colville, Wash. Previous Next LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

Robert "Bob" Pierpoint | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Robert "Bob" Pierpoint 72 Nov 11, 1952 - Jul 28, 2025 Robert "Bob" Pierpoint, 72, entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 28, 2025. Bob began his life journey November 11, 1952, the youngest of 12 children, to Frank and Viola Pierpoint. Growing up in Coulee City, then Chewelah, Bob graduated from Jenkins High School, class of '71. Classmates fondly remember him being "the best storyteller on any given bus ride," leaving them in stitches. His sense of humor also had the "moves" to back things up on the school dance floor, where he perfected and performed the gator every time. After high school, Bob attended a local community college and married Velda (Lindquist) Pierpoint. Together they started a family, having two children, Alicia and Shane. His kids were his pride and joy, the beautiful focus of his days. With a young family, Bob began his career at Lane Mountain Silica then Department of Natural Resources. With proficiencies in heavy equipment operation, Bob became lead technician for Washington State Highway Department. He dedicated 30 years there before retiring, but continued to find time each winter to plow neighbors' driveways and help out anyone else who was in need. Bob was a man of his word, had a way of making everything fun, and squeezed in a whole lot of activities to spice up life! He was the head coach of the local "league of their own" softball team, wrangling a rowdy bunch of athletes to defeat Miss Chiefs and all others. He knew the game better than most, but when he wasn't on the field, he was pursuing another great passion which was making music in the band. Whether it was Cabin Fever, Fire Creek, Heartline, or other, he was the heartbeat on drums, conga, and/or belted out vocals. Bob's rendition of Wipeout was unstoppable, its contagious rhythm was enough to get any listener on their feet to boogie on down. In his later years, Bob rediscovered his fondness for fishing, loved spending time with his beloved grandchildren, attended every sporting event they had and the milestones in-between. He was their #1 fan, and in turn, he will always be their hero. Bob was preceded in death by seven of his 11 siblings, and his parents. He is survived by his daughter, Alicia (Boo) Morrison of Colville, Wash.; son, Shane Pierpoint (Angelina, “Ang”) of Lake Stevens, Wash.; grandchildren, Jesse (Jessica) Morrison, Keeley Mikesell (Shyler), Lex Pierpoint (Brady Gibbs), Brody Pierpoint; great grandchildren, Teagan and Taytum Morrison, Riley Jo and Rory Gibbs; siblings, Bill Pierpoint (Peg) of Lacey, Wash., Miriam Scott (Rick) of Vancouver, Wash., Bonnie Benbow of Chewelah, Wash., Franni Taylor (Doug) of Ephrata, Wash.; numerous nieces, nephews; longtime companion, Roberta Sphuler of Colville, Wash.; and a host of extended family and friends. A time of family visitation for Robert “Bob” D. Pierpoint will be held followed by cremation. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be given to the charity of your choice. Please visit the online memorial and sign the guestbook at danekasfuneralchapel.com. Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory is entrusted with the arrangements. Previous Item Next Item

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Hunters Royalty Crowned - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Hunters Royalty Crowned October 22, 2025 By: Staff Report Picture Left to Right Princess Miki Hellie, Queen Hailey Leaden, Princess Tommie Guatney. Photo courtesy Hunters Fair Royalty. The Hunters Community Fair officially crowned its 2026 Royal Court on Oct.11, celebrating tradition, leadership, and the future of its youth. The three young women crowned were: Queen Hailey Leaden, Princess Miki Hellie, and Princess Tommie Guatney. Leaden, daughter of Mike and Heidi Leaden, is a sophomore at Colville High School. She’s an active member of both the Colville Future Farmers of America (FFA) and Haynickers II 4-H Club, with nine years of experience showing beef cattle. According to her profile, Learden is a “talented crocheter, baker, and musician, and her passion for agriculture and creativity shines through in everything she does.” Hellie has been a familiar face at the Hunters Community Fair; with 13 years of cattle showing experience, she’s “deeply connected” to the livestock community. According to her profile, Hellie is involved in Valley Community 4-H and Chewelah FFA, where she advocates for agricultural education and youth leadership. Guatney, just 13 years old, is already making her mark with three years of cattle showmanship under her belt. She is a proud member of Valley Community 4-H and one of 12 siblings; her love of family, country music, volleyball, and horses makes her a “well-rounded and spirited” addition to the Royal Court. Her profile stated that she excels in school – especially in math, reading, and public speaking – and has long dreamed of being fair royalty. According to fair organizers, this year’s contest saw seven remarkable contestants, all of whom demonstrated strong character, dedication, and community pride. Judges were faced with tough decisions, and fair organizers said they couldn’t be prouder of everyone who took part. As the 2026 Royal Court begins their journey, organizers said the community looks forward to the leadership, grace, and energy they will bring to upcoming events. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES

William G. Packer | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. William G. Packer N/A - Oct 6, 2025 William G. Packer passed away peacefully on Oct. 6, at his home in Colville, Wash., with his wife at his bedside. Born and raised in Newburyport, Mass., Bill graduated from Newburyport High School in 1955. He was predeceased by his mother, Phyllis Randall, his father, William Packer, his sister, Shelia Gardner, and his stepfather, Joe Demuth. Bill attended classes in drafting and design engineering, and worked for several companies on contract, giving him the flexibility to pursue his real passion for deep-sea fishing. He soon became one of the most knowledgeable and well-respected fishermen in the area. He ran charters out of Newburyport for tuna and ground fish, and later commercial swordfishing. Partnering with Wilbur Rogers, Bill bought land and created Roger's and Packer’s Sportfishing Pier in Salisbury, Mass. This enterprise included a boat yard, bait shop, and The Fish Tale Diner. A natural story teller, Bill had the ability to make others laugh and share in his enthusiasm for the sea. He built lasting relationships with colleagues and customers alike. Later in life, he explored his spiritual side and fought for the environment and wrote a book about his beliefs, deeply regretting his plundering of the ocean and now believing in compassion for all living things. He traveled extensively to speak with ministers and spiritual leaders both in the U.S. and Israel. Bill is survived by his wife of 32 years, Phyllis (Carnes) Packer and his four children, Brenda Shirm, Jeffrey Packer (Shasta Pettijohn), GayLynn Collins and Mindy Packer (Michael), grandchildren Jessica Collins and Jasmine Saffold, and great-grandchildren Avery and Andie. He is also survived by Joan (Stiles) Packer, the mother of his children, and Stephanie (Demuth) Colby and her husband Norm. Bill will be deeply missed but never forgotten by his large extended family and friends. A service at sea will be held next summer in New England, where Bill was born and raised. Previous Item Next Item

Out of the Past: 10/01/2025 - local reporting from the Statesman-Examiner serving Colville, Stevens County, and Northeast Washington. LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES Out of the Past: 10/01/2025 October 1, 2025 By: Stevens County Historical Museum Lucy Covington, the great-granddaughter of Old Chief Moses. Photo courtesy Stevens County Historical Society. 110 Years Ago— Colville winnings at the Spokane fair have again directed considerable attention to this city as the center for grains and for poultry, and the few entries that were made brought results. In the general display awards of the agricultural section, Colville led all the towns in the state. One of the strongest evidences of the possibility of Stevens County is furnished by P. B. Dingle, who has on exhibition at Hotel Colville some samples of sunflowers, the tallest measuring about 14 ½ feet, the diameter of the head being 14 inches, grown in his garden on West First Avenue. Advertisement—For mild, easy action of the bowels, try Doan’s Regulets, a modern laxative. 25 cents at all stores. 75 Years Ago— Final reports from the third annual mass chest health survey for Stevens County show a total of 2,957 X-rays taken during the nine-day visit to Stevens County. The season’s first snow appeared on Old Dominion Mountain Tuesday morning, three days after the official arrival of fall and after two cloudy days with cool weather and light rain. The Colville council, according to the tentative budget released this week, plans to spend $59,962 for general city operation: $3,055 for the library; $49,870 for the water and sewer department operation; and another $32,102 for city streets. 50 Years Ago— A solution to Colville’s parking problem was explained to the Colville Chamber of Commerce Tuesday by Frank Slagle, chairman of the city planning commission, and Steve Blake, city attorney. The solution is the proposed purchase of over a half-a-block of land behind Barmans Clothing Store and the whole half block behind stores on the west side of Main Street between First and Second Avenues. A new business enterprise, a direct result of the Northwest Alloys, Inc. magnesium and silicon plant, is now in operation and capable of producing 40 tons of wood chips per hour. The new venture, Metallurgical Chip Company, is headed up by Bill Brauner of Brauner Lumber Co., Kettle Falls, and Harvey Tripp, Kettle Falls contractor. 25 Years Ago— Colville volunteer fire department crews and Department of Natural Resources personnel put out a four-acre blaze on Colville Mountain. The fire was located near the cell phone tower and above the cross. Colville city officials may be considering whether or not a curb-side recycling program will be established in the city. Sixteen-year-old 4-H’er Sarah Lindberg of Colville recently captured first place in the state 4-H Fair’s Daily Fashion Review, held Sept. 1 at the Western Washington Fairgrounds in Puyallup. 10 Years Ago— Rodney Smoldon has been named new forest supervisor on the Colville National Forest. Smoldon is currently the district ranger in the Three Rivers Ranger District. Smoldon is a 1981 graduate of Colville High School. Eastern Washington University has initiated an academic and community program to honor the legacy of Lucy Covington, a Colville Tribal Council member who changed the course of American Indian history through her courageous and selfless style of leadership in the face of great odds. Previous Article Next Article LOCAL NEWS GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SPORTS ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT FARM & RANCH GREAT OUTDOORS PROFILES OUT OF THE PAST LETTERS TO THE EDITOR CLASSIFIEDS ANNOUNCEMENTS EVENTS CALENDAR OBITUARIES