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Kyle Dragonsbone Queen — 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 Kyle Dragonsbone Queen Kyle Dragonsbone Queen was born on July 10, 2025, to parents Kathrine and Larry Queen. He weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Draven Timothy Snowwolf Queen, age 1, and one sister, Lilith River Ball, age 7. His maternal grandparents are Mayrene Smith, of Republic, Wash., and Keith Ball of Aurora, Ore. 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

Christopher “Chris” Gale Rader | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Christopher “Chris” Gale Rader 53 Nov 15, 1972 - Jul 25, 2025 Christopher “Chris” Gale Rader of Colville, Wash., passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 27, 2025, in Colville, Wash. Chris was born in Spokane, Wash., on November 15, 1972, and was adopted by his amazing parents Gary and Janna (Depew) Rader one week after birth. Chris attended school in Colville and graduated as a 12-year senior from Colville High School in 1991. During school and summers, Chris played football and baseball which began his love of sports and baseball cards. Chris received his first baseball card at the young age of 4. This was the start of his lifetime of collecting, which included careful handling, packaging, placing each card in clear protective covers and documenting their stats and history. Chris lost count of the amount of baseball cards he owns, but anyone can guess it is probably over half a million. Chris was often referred to as a “walking sports illustrated.” After high school, Chris attended WSU in Pullman, Wash., from 1991-1994 before he returned to Colville. Chris began working at Arby’s in Colville in 1994, where he met Colleen Jones. Little did they know she would become his wife in August 1999. The two of them worked together for two years before he took a position at Safeway in 1996, where he worked for 24 years. During his employment with Safeway, Chris started taking photos of sports in the Tri-County area. In 2020, he left Safeway for a position at the Stevens County Courthouse, along with freelance writing sports for the Statesman-Examiner . Chris then made the decision in 2022 to leave the courthouse and began employment at The Statesman-Examiner where he was a writer, reporter, and photographer. In August 2000, Chris and Colleen welcomed their first daughter, Emily Ruthann into the world. In June 2002, they welcomed their second daughter, Jay Gale Rader, into the world and in March 2007, they welcomed their son, Noah Christopher, who completed their family. Chris was an amazing dad who attended every sports game, even coaching some of the games. Chris attended his kids’ school programs, practiced catching baseballs or softballs, kicking soccer balls around or throwing the football around. When he wasn’t attending his kids’ own games, you could find him attending Spokane Indians games, Mariners games, traveling to local high school sports games, rodeos, parades, local events, or loving life by taking pictures of nature. Chris managed to catch action shots at the right time, providing numerous friends and families with memories to last a lifetime. Chris not only enjoyed sports, but he also had a love for the ocean. From the time his first daughter was born, they took trips to the Washington and Oregon coasts, visited family and camped at the ocean. This was a yearly tradition until his kids became older, and school and sports got in the way. Chris was a simple man. He loved his wife, his kids, his family, sports, nature, wildlife, shots of the moon, sitting on the porch swing during rainstorms, thunder and lightning storms, capturing the eclipse, northern lights and stars. Chris was a quiet man, but if you ran into him, he always had a smile, a “hey” or “hello” for anyone who knew him. Chris will be greatly missed by his entire family, friends and community. Chris is preceded in death by his parents, Gary and Janna Rader, his maternal and paternal grandparents, two uncles, Jon Depew and Donald Rader, and cousin Sandi Rader. Chris is survived by his wife of 26 years, Colleen at home, his two daughters, Emily Rader and Jay Rader, and son, Noah Rader, as well as one sister, Kim Moorhead (Brad) of Colville, three nieces, Madison and Megan Moorhead and Avery Jones, one Aunt, Rosemarie Rader, one uncle, Harvey Depew, and brother-in-law Josh Jones (Aaron). Chris is also survived by cousins Jonna, Bryan, Tana, Sydni, Ryan, Jenny and Eva as well as a long list of lifelong friends and a community who loved him. There will be a graveside memorial service on Wednesday August 6, at 11 a.m. at Mountain View Cemetery. After the service, there will be a private family gathering for his wife, kids and family. Previous Item Next Item

Chewelah Girls Show Early Fight at Northport Tip-Off Despite Winless Weekend - 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 Chewelah Girls Show Early Fight at Northport Tip-Off Despite Winless Weekend December 10, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen The Chewelah girls basketball team opened its season with a pair of competitive efforts at the Northport Tip-Off Tournament this past weekend, but the Cougars came up short in both contests. Chewelah faced a sharp-shooting Inchelium squad on Saturday, Dec. 7, and fell 52-32. The Hornets knocked down seven 3-pointers, including four from Seymour and two from standout scorer Marianna Agapith, who led all players with 23 points. Chewelah continued to work the ball inside and get contributions from multiple players. Watts led the Cougars with nine points, while Vioni added seven and Nevares chipped in another seven points. Chewelah kept things close early, but Inchelium created separation with a strong first half and never let momentum slip. The Cougars opened the tournament Friday, Dec. 6, against host Northport and held a 17-13 lead after the first quarter. But Northport responded with a 20-4 run in the third quarter, powered by the inside scoring of Kate Beardslee, who finished with 24 points. Chewelah fought back with nine points in the fourth, but the Mustangs held on for a 43-36 win. Davis drilled three 3-pointers on her way to 11 points. The Lady Cougars are scheduled to host Omak on Friday, Dec. 12, at 6 p.m., then travel to Northwest Christian on Saturday, Dec. 13, for a game at 4:30 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

Arnold Paul Buntain | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Arnold Paul Buntain N/A - Arnold Paul Buntain passed away after a long illness in November 2024. He had worked at the Spokane Indian Clinic and Stevens County Counseling, jobs and people he loved. Please see the Neptune Society, Kennewick, Wash. obituary for more on Paul. Add memories, stories and comments or pictures to the site please. An alcohol free celebration of life will be held on September 20, at 1 p.m. at Chewelah City Park in the Children's Pavilion. Please bring potluck foods or finger foods. Drinks and dessert will be provided. Any stories, memories and pictures would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Katy, Paul's wife. Previous Item Next Item

Grace Evangeline Cottrill — 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 Grace Evangeline Cottrill Grace Evangeline Cottrill was born July 24, 2025 to parents Angel and Jake Cottrill of Colville, Wash. She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce at birth and has five brothers, Jacob, age 17, Samuel, age 15, Noah, age 14, Micah, age 11, and Lucas, age 8. Her maternal grandparents are Randy Burgin of Okeechobee, Fla., and Ellen Deffenbaught of Colville, Wash. Her paternal grandparents are Ron Cottrill of Sylva, N.C., and Sheri Post, deceased. 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

Alford “Al” Eugene McClellan | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Alford “Al” Eugene McClellan 97 May 29, 1928 - Jul 16, 2025 Alford “Al” Eugene McClellan, age 97, a 35-year resident of Colville, Wash., passed away on July 16, 2025 in Colville. Al was born on May 29, 1928 in Monroe, Wash., the son of Paul Leybourne and Mae (Fitzgerald) McClellan. Al was raised in the Snohomish, Wash., area where he began school at the Marshland grade school and graduated with the class of 1946 from Snohomish High School. Following high school, Al began working for Weyerhaeuser at the local lumber mill. He was inducted into the U.S. Army on Oct. 20, 1950, and served the entirety of his service time overseas where he earned two purple hearts, an occupation medal (Japan) and the Korean Service Medal with two BSS UN Service Medals. Upon his return to the U.S. and honorable discharge, Al came home to the Snohomish area. He returned to the lumber industry and began a career in sales for Weyerhaeuser. He was introduced to Sharon Lee Scott which led to lunch dates, family introductions and a box of chocolates with a ring hidden within. They exchanged vows on May 25, 1957 at the Hitchen Post in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. They began a family and resided in Everett, Wash., with a two-year stint in Billings, Mont., from 1963 to 1965. Al and Sharon would share in the birth and love of eight children. They laid to rest five children from Cystic Fibrosis. Al worked in outside sales, and most of his career and was on the road with Weyerhaeuser. He retired in 1983 from the main sales office in Kent, Wash. They moved to Colville, Wash., in 1990 to be near family. Sharon preceded Al in passing on March 20, 2017. They enjoyed family gathering, watching their grandchildren and spent retirement nestled into their mountain home retreat. Al enjoyed gardening and with a large family, he grew a large garden. He was the consummate salesman with a natural born charm. He enjoyed telling stories, sharing in conversation and was known for his 10-minute stories that took an hour to tell. Al had a great memory, a great sense of humor which played well into recollection of jokes and countless pranks that generated smiles. He could stretch a dollar and make every cent go to work. Al embraced his holidays and gatherings with family. He also brought Christmas to local businesses with donuts and his Christmas cheer. Their family enjoyed many family trips over the years to the ocean, Yellowstone, Disneyland, camping in Ponderosa and family visits to Billings, Mont. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, 77-year member of the Eagles Lodge and President from 1968-69, and past member of the Hoo Hoo Club and the HUB Senior Center. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon and five children; Michael, Kerry, Lori, Leslie and Kristy; a grandson, Alex McClellan. Al is survived by his daughters, Sue and Sandy McClellan; son, James McClellan (Shelly Gagnon) all of Colville, Wash.; grandchildren, Michael, Ami, Nicole, Cody, Kelsey, Kari, Kyle, Connor, Hazely and Huxley; great grandchildren, MacKenzie, John, Melanie, Briaunna, Amelia, Thomas, Ada Mae, Bryce and Ava Mae; brother, Ernest McClellan of Snohomish, Wash.; sister, Carol Jones of Snohomish; nieces and nephews, Ray, Linda, Laura and Ron; a host of family and friends. The funeral service for Alford “Al” E. McClellan will begin at 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 23, at the Danekas Funeral Chapel in Colville, Wash. The graveside service will begin at 1 p.m., Thursday, July 24, at the Cypress Lawn Cemetery in Everett, Wash. Memorial contributions may be given to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Please visit the online memorial and sign the guestbook at www.danekasfuneralchapel.com . Danekas Funeral Chapel and Crematory is entrusted with the arrangements. Previous Item Next Item

Don Rogge | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Don Rogge N/A Nov 20, 1945 - Don passed away peacefully in Spokane, Wash., at Cornerstone Memory Care from Dementia/Parkinson's. Born November 20, 1945, to Clifford and Ines Rogge in Jordon, Mont., Don graduated from Colville High School in 1964. 1964 was a big year for Don. Later in the year he married Karen Cranston and in 2025, they celebrated 61 years of marriage. Don and Karen moved to Spokane in 1965, and Don attended Kinman Business University where he obtained a Business Administration Degree. Don worked in the Information Technology Department for Cominco American for almost 30 years. Upon retirement he owned and operated a sign business and later drove a school bus for the Mead Schools. He loved driving his granddaughters to sporting events! Don was an active outdoorsman. He hunted, fished, camped, skied, golfed, and backpacked. He enjoyed traveling. His trip of a lifetime was to Africa. He also bowled on several teams. Don ran Bloomsday for more than 30 years. He could fix anything and enjoyed many projects. He did a lot of the building on their last home. Don and Karen belonged to a friends RV group where they took many fun tours of other states. Don was known in his family as the fun uncle/grandpa who loved little kids and never met a stranger. He loved a good party and often said "if you want a party, have one." Don is survived by his wife of 61 years, Karen (Cranston), son Cliff (Cheryl), daughter Kimberly, grandchildren, Berkeley, Jordan Sandberg (Preston), Zachary Rogge, and great-grandchildren Blakely and Baylor Sandberg. He is also survived by brother Delbert (Barbara), sister Diana Wold (Chuck), sister Debbie Erving (Tom), along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and one aunt Shirley Thomas. He was preceded in death by parents, Cliff and Ines Rogge, sister Delores Hall and brother, Dennis Rogge. A celebration of life will be held at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 8441 North Indian Trail on Monday, Oct. 20, at 1 p.m. Previous Item Next Item

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