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Donna Pauline Sampson | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Donna Pauline Sampson 88 Nov 15, 1937 - Jan 20, 2026 Donna Pauline Sampson, age 88, a lifetime resident of Cedonia, Wash., passed away on Jan. 20, 2026, in Colville, Wash. Donna was born at home on Nov. 15, 1937, in Cedonia, Wash. She was the daughter of Robert Loren and Mildred Pauline (Timken) Dashiell. She was a farmgirl through and through, raised on the family farm in Cedonia. Donna attended grade school at the one-room schoolhouse in Cedonia. In the seventh grade, Donna began attending school in Hunters. She graduated from Columbia High School in 1955 as the Valedictorian of her class. She then moved to Spokane and worked as a secretary for Bekins Moving & Storage. On March 15, 1958, Donna married her high school sweetheart, Buddy “Bud” Raymond Sampson in Spokane, Wash. They resided in Spokane for a time and then returned to Cedonia in 1959. There they began raising a family, Donna worked in the home and on the family farm. In 1963 they purchased their own farm, and with the help of Donna’s parents, Loren and Mildred Dashiell, built a “Grade A” dairy from the ground up. They proudly shipped top quality milk to Darigold Farms for 23 years, being honored as Washington State Dairy Family of the year in 1974. Donna worked hard alongside Bud; never once complaining while raising their precious girls, tending to her garden, milking the cows, farming, mowing the yard, baking, and canning. She cooked large meals for the farm’s crews and would deliver the meals to the field in the back of their Ford LTD, complete with a washing station for before and after meals. In 1986, Donna and Bud sold the dairy and became full time wheat farmers, at which time Donna earned her Commercial Driver’s License so that she could drive “Ole’ Pete” the grain truck to the Hunters elevator to store those golden kernels to feed America. Bud preceded Donna in death on May 2, 2022. She resided on the farm until just recently when her health began to decline. Donna was loving and always devoted to her family and community. She was a wonderfully-talented seamstress and shared this gift with her daughters. Their sewing entries at the local fairs culminated with them attending the state fair year after year. She always wanted the girls to do their very best and look their best in everything they did. Donna was the dough maker for the Hunters Presbyterian Church fundraisers for many years. She and Bud enjoyed golfing, snowmobiling, bowling, and traveling in their fifth wheel camper. They traveled with their camper to Alaska, the Calgary Stampede, and to Branson, Missouri. She loved her life, no matter what she was doing, be it farming, milking cows, raising her family, or on the road for family gatherings, community functions, or just for fun! Donna was the church pianist at the Presbyterian Church in Hunters as well as a charter member of the Cedonia Community Church. She was also the sexton of the Cedonia Community Cemetery for over 40 years. She is survived by her daughters: Denise Steele of Hunters, Wash.; and Pam Hergesheimer (Rod) of Chewelah, Wash. Grandchildren: Jeffrey Gibson of Spokane Valley, Wash.; J.R. Steele of Hunters, Wash.; Jessica Nelson (Corbin) of Spokane, Wash.; Alicia Hergesheimer-Grady (Joe) of Fall City, Wash.; Jonna Hergesheimer-Savitz (David) of Spokane, Wash.; and Nephew/“Bonus Son” Mark Bakken (Diana) of Carlton, Wash. Seven great-grandchildren: Adrianna Gibson, Izabella Gibson, Lyla Savitz, Brooke Savitz, Kaylyn Savitz, Charlotte Grady, and Miles “Bubba” Grady. Brother William C. “Bud” Dashiell (Edith) of Caldwell, Idaho; and sister Thelma Walker of Kettle Falls, Wash.; sister-in-law Shirley Coulter (George) of Gig Harbor, Wash.; brother-in-law Wayne Sampson (Marlene) of Cedonia, Wash.; sister-in-law Tina Sampson of Colville, Wash.; son-in-law John H. Steele, of Fruitland, Wash; many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends. Donna was preceded in death by her husband Bud; her parents, Loren and Mildred; and sister Dorothy Bakken. A celebration of life will begin at 11 a.m. March 7, at the Cedonia Community Church in Cedonia, Wash. Donna will be laid to rest beside her husband, Bud, at the Cedonia Community Cemetery with Pastor Ed Dashiell Officiating. The family would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Buena Vista Healthcare, and Danekas Funeral Home for their compassionate care and respect that was given to our mother. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Cedonia Cemetery Association in care of Pastor Ed Dashiell. 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

Keith Charlie Washburn | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Keith Charlie Washburn 68 May 31, 1957 - Oct 3, 2025 Keith Charlie Washburn, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, husband and friend passed away on Oct, 3, 2025, in Seattle, Wash., due to Leukemia. He was born on May 31, 1957 in Colville, Wash., the son of Robert Dale and Charleen Frances (Hawkins) Washburn. Keith was known for his funny personality, his gift of gab and his kind heart. In his younger years, Keith enjoyed playing and watching sports, mostly wrestling and playing golf. Very rarely would he miss watching a football game. He was a big Raider fan his entire life. Keith also loved hunting, fishing, boating, camping, snow skiing and snowmobiling. He made many fun memories with his friends that will last a lifetime. Keith was raised in Colville where he attended school and graduated in 1975, as a 12-year senior from Colville High School. Keith married his high school sweetheart, Kimberley Jutila on Sept. 30, 1978 and together they welcomed two boys, Brandon and Troy. Throughout Keith’s life, his family was at the heart of everything. He especially loved watching the boys at all their sporting events. He was a proud father. Keith worked at his parent’s business, Valet Cleaners and Laundry Mat in high school. He then worked locally for several businesses including Dodson’s Paint and Glass, Colmac, and Pratts Panorama Distributing before purchasing a supply service and renaming it Keith Service and Supply. Keith was in a horrible 4-wheeler accident in June of 1989, which changed his life, but he fought hard through his issues and continued to run his business for years. Keith and Kim divorced in 1997, and he never remarried. In 2000, he lost his son Brandon in a car accident. He was also preceded in death by his parents, numerous aunts, uncles and a few of his close friends. Keith is survived by his son, Troy Washburn (Ashley); his three granddaughters, Bailey Syverson Taylor (Keon) and Brooklynn; one great-grandson, Brixton Syverson, as well as countless friends who will remember him for his kindness and great sense of humor. A memorial service for Keith Charlie Washburn, will begin at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 15, at The HUB Senior Center in Colville, Wash. 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

Kettle Falls Girls Soccer Season Ends with Playoff Loss - 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 Kettle Falls Girls Soccer Season Ends with Playoff Loss November 12, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Kettle Falls Bulldogs' soccer season comes to a close. The Kettle Falls Bulldogs’ season came to an end Nov. 3, with a 6-0 loss to Davenport in a District 6 2B/1B opening-round, loser-out match at The Hub in Liberty Lake. The sixth-seeded Bulldogs (5-11-1, 5-8) battled throughout but couldn’t slow down the third-seeded Gorillas (15-2). Davenport scored four goals in the first half and added two insurance goals in the second. “The girls fought incredibly hard against one of the state’s best teams and made them work for their win,” said head coach Skyler Moore. “A proud moment of mine – and I hope a proud moment for parents – was the attitudes after the game. I heard nothing but praise from our girls on how we played and everyone was there to support each other. A winning culture is only possible with a good attitude and these girls have that.” Maddison House had 12 steals in the game, while Ireland Pinkler-Moody had four and Thea Cruden had two. Chloe Goodell sent two shots at Davenport while Sergio Whitney had one shot on goal. In the goal box, Audrey Morales had 19 saves. Kettle Falls wrapped up its fall campaign with five wins, showing steady improvement over the season in the competitive Northeast 2B League. “This was a special and historical season for Kettle Falls,” Moore said. “We had a lot of firsts: first win in nearly three years, first back to back wins ever and did it twice, first time earning a playoff seed and not receiving one because everyone makes it like it has been in the past. Most wins in a season… the list sort of goes on.” Moore added the end of the season is bittersweet as the Lady Bulldogs will lose four seniors. “It’s bittersweet because I know how special and pivotal this season is for the program, and one that hopefully sets the program on course for continuous success but at the same time we lose four really special players,” Moore said. “The girls worked so incredibly hard to get to this point over the last two seasons and they know they’ll have to work even harder now without those players, the league will be a little more open next year so they and I look forward to it.” 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

Springdale Girls Basketball has Solid Foundation - 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 Springdale Girls Basketball has Solid Foundation December 3, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Springdale is heading into the 2025-26 girls basketball season with a veteran core of players as the Lady Chargers compete in the challenging NE 1B league. Head coach Drew Curry said,"Our expectation is to be a fundamentally sound team that gives ourselves a chance to win in every game by mastering the basics." This year’s roster leans heavily on juniors and freshmen, most of whom return with valuable experience gained last season. Curry said that familiarity should help the team step forward competitively. A strong junior class will set the tone, including E’Moni Wallette, Ashlynn-Mae Ford, and Savannah Smith. The Chargers are also excited to welcome newcomer Kazlin Rainer, who is returning to basketball for the first time since middle school. Two key contributors from last year’s eighth-grade group – Nevaeh Wallette and Asa Cannon – return ready to play bigger roles. Curry said he expects that mix of experience and up-and-coming talent to be one of the Chargers’ strengths. As the players continue developing, Curry said the Northeast 1B League will once again provide tough competition, with familiar programs battling for the top spots. "We have had a couple years of growth and this year we are focused solely on cutting our mistakes down to give us a chance to win every game," Curry said. "Our league is always tough and the usual group will be fighting for the top spot." Springdale hopes to open the season with confidence and a determination to turn that progress into wins, Curry said. 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

Kettle Falls Boys Basketball Opens Season With Convincing Win Over Selkirk - 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 Kettle Falls Boys Basketball Opens Season With Convincing Win Over Selkirk December 3, 2025 By: Brandon Hansen Kettle Falls' defense buckled down against Selkirk, powering the Bulldogs to a big win over Selkirk on Saturday, Nov. 28. Photo by Shelly Adams. The Bulldogs boys basketball started their season with a statement. Kettle Falls powered past Selkirk 65-29 in their home opener on Nov. 28, using an aggressive defensive effort and balanced scoring attack to control the game from start to finish in nonleague play. “I’m happy with the defensive effort,” Kettle Falls head coach Cameron Stewart said. “The guys were connected out there, playing with energy and confidence. We were able to dictate the tempo because of our defense and rebounding.” The Bulldogs forced 25 turnovers, which is exactly the gameplan Stewart wants to see implemented. “We want to be disruptive,” he said. “There were a few breakdowns that we will learn from, but for the most part I liked how we competed on the defensive end.” The Bulldogs wasted no time setting the tone, racing out to a 19-2 lead in the first quarter and never looked back. They continued to push the pace into halftime, taking a 36-14 advantage into the break. Stewart said that the team had a solid rebounding effort for it being the first game. “We keep emphasizing the importance of limiting opponents shot opportunities on one end, and getting extra possessions on the other end,” Stewart said. “Still room for improvement but I’m happy with the team’s commitment to rebounding so far.” Cody Adams led Kettle Falls with 19 points while Alex Mazanek added 15 points and Mace Thivierge chipped in 8 points. “It was great to see Alex and Cody in double figures,” Stewart said. “We are looking for guys to step up on offense, and there’s a few other guys who are capable of scoring in double figures [as well].” Stewart noted that Thivierge will shine in other games but in this contest he really showcased his passing. “Selkirk paid special attention to [Thivierge] and rather than forcing contested shots, he found his teammates for open shots,” Stewart said. “He had 10 assists, and just one turnover to go with a team leading eight boards. That shows maturity.” Strong contributions came throughout the roster, however, as the Bulldogs got seven points from Cooper McKern and six each from Zac Burch and Jaxon Fondrey. The Bulldogs knocked down 29 field goals and shot 3-for-5 at the free-throw line. With the Bulldogs logging in only10 practices, it could have been a sloppy mess of a matchup. Kettle Falls, however, was excited to play. “Some of our older guys have reached a point where they are just gamers – they don’t worry about doing everything perfectly, they just play hard,” Stewart said. “Cooper McKern is one of those guys. He’s not afraid to make mistakes, because he’s out there to compete.” Stewart added some of the younger players are still trying to get things right, but are working hard at it. Fluidity in the game will come and it’s hard to ignore that Kettle Falls’ defensive pressure limited Selkirk to single digits in three of the four quarters. “At the end of the day we want all our guys to play fast and free, but we also have to be able to execute our offense,” Stewart said. “Every possession counts.” 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

Chewelah Labyrinth Gives Christmas Trees a Second Chance at Spreading Joy - 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 Labyrinth Gives Christmas Trees a Second Chance at Spreading Joy January 7, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen The Christmas Tree Labyrinth opened in Chewelah for the second year, offering a reflective holiday tradition. Courtesy photo. The Christmas Tree Labyrinth at the Chewelah Center for the Arts wrapped up its second season this past weekend, closing after several days of post-holiday operation that stretched into early 2026. Built from more than 200 reclaimed Christmas trees, the installation invited community members to slow down and experience a moment of calm after the holidays. Organizer Paula Randall said the idea was sparked during the winter of 2023, when her family waited until Christmas Eve to buy a tree and discovered how many unsold trees were simply discarded. “I was horrified,” Randall said. “What an awful way for a tree to go that was supposed to bring such joy and hope.” That moment led to a question that would ultimately reshape the theater’s winter landscape: What if those trees could be given a second life? Randall said she approached local nurseries and businesses, asking whether unsold trees could be donated instead of thrown away. The answer, she said, was an enthusiastic “Yes!” In the labyrinth’s first year, Randall said 122 trees were collected and assembled by a small group of volunteers. Despite freezing rain that lingered for the entire week, more than 300 people showed up to look at the trees. “That was the proof of concept the theater needed,” Randall said. “People came anyway.” This year’s labyrinth more than doubled in size. Randall said roughly 225 live trees were collected, along with dozens of artificial trees she had gathered as a backup in 2024. The result was a large, five-circuit labyrinth – longer than many visitors expected, according to Randall – lined with lights and the scent of fresh evergreen. From her vantage point at the organizer tent, Randall said she watched visitors enter and exit throughout the week. “People walk out with smiles on their faces,” she said. “People gather by the fires, they talk, they reflect. It’s a beautiful experience.” Children, she noted, are especially drawn to the spiraling path, often “running it with laughter,” while adults tend to walk more slowly, taking in the quiet and the scent of the trees. Though “escape holes” were built into the design for those who wanted to exit early, Randall said most people chose to complete the full circuit. The inspiration for the labyrinth reaches back years earlier, to Randall’s time in Tucson, Ariz., where walking labyrinths were created during full moons and became a regular family ritual. “It gave us moments we didn’t even know we needed,” she said. “You don’t have to decide where you’re going. You just follow the path.” That sense of peace, she said, was something she wanted to bring to Chewelah. Pulling off the installation, however, required an enormous amount of labor – and community trust. With little notice, volunteers were asked to help retrieve trees, build more than 100 wooden stands, string lights, and assemble the labyrinth in winter conditions that included rain, freezing temperatures and high winds. “We ran out of lumber. We ran out of screws. The batteries of all the drills died in the cold,” Randall said. The response, she said, was overwhelming, adding that residents brought scrap wood, pallets, extension cords, tools, and food. One local Zip’s employee arrived with steaming cups of hot cocoa on the coldest workday of the season, Randall said. “I was asking the outrageous of my community,” Randall said. “And they said yes.” Lighting the labyrinth presented its own challenges. While many lights were donated the first year, mixing incandescent and LED strands proved problematic, Randall said. This year, the theater invested in 50 new boxes of LED lights, but even that wasn’t enough for the expanded layout. Randall said she ultimately made a last-minute trip to Spokane Valley to purchase remaining LED lights from Windermere Ace Hardware to complete the circuit. As the labyrinth comes down, live trees will be chipped by a local arborist, while stands, lights and artificial trees are carefully stored for future years. Randall said much of the infrastructure is now in place, making future builds more manageable – though she said she’s already planning ahead for more lights. In reflecting on the project, Randall said the labyrinth is as much about community as it is about contemplation. “This community stands together,” she said. “I am so humbled by the gift so many people gave to make this happen.” 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

Colville Girls Basketball on a Hot Streak, While Boys Split a Pair of Games - 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 Girls Basketball on a Hot Streak, While Boys Split a Pair of Games January 14, 2026 By: Brandon Hansen Andee Kroiss. File photo. Colville Girls Take Down Okanogan and East Valley The Lady Crimson Hawks extended their winning streak to four games with a pair of convincing nonleague victories last week, a 53-36 win over Okanogan on Friday, Jan. 9, and a 55-29 road win at East Valley on Jan. 6. Colville improved to 8-4 overall and is scheduled to open Northeast A League play at home against Medical Lake on Thursday, Jan. 16, with tipoff set for 7:15 p.m. Against Okanogan, Colville pulled away in the second half behind a balanced offensive effort and steady defense. The Crimson Hawks led just 20-14 at halftime before outscoring the Bulldogs 31-22 over the final two quarters to secure the win. Andee Kroiss paced Colville with 15 points, going 6-for-6 from the floor and adding three free throws. Georgia Beardslee added 14 points. The Lady Hawks shot efficiently from the line, converting 9 of 14 free throws, and held Okanogan scoreless from beyond the arc. Earlier in the week, Colville controlled the tempo from start to finish in a dominant performance at East Valley. The Crimson Hawks jumped out to a 14-5 first-quarter lead and never looked back, building a 29-12 halftime advantage and cruising to the 26-point victory. Kroiss again led the way with 16 points, while Rylee Brisby added 15 points, including seven field goals. Hannah Edwards scored six points, and Beardslee added seven points as Colville placed nine players in the scoring column. Colville shot 22-of-55 from the field and knocked down three 3-pointers in the win. Defensively, the Crimson Hawks limited East Valley to just 10 made field goals. While league games have not begun, Colville has the best record out of the four-team league after a challenging early-season schedule. Colville Boys Basketball Splits Nonleague Games The Colville boys basketball team split a pair of games last week but continues to show its offensive prowess before Northeast A League play later this week. The Crimson Hawks dropped a 74-57 nonleague decision to Okanogan on Friday, Jan. 9, in Colville after earning a hard-fought 61-57 road win over East Valley earlier in the week. Colville enters league play with a 6-6 overall record, and is scheduled to host Medical Lake on Thursday, Jan. 16, with tipoff set for 5:45 p.m. Okanogan’s Waydyn Brown poured in a game-high 29 points to lead the Bulldogs past Colville on Friday. Brown knocked down five 3-pointers as Okanogan built a 39-20 halftime lead and never relinquished control. Colville struggled offensively in the first half, scoring just eight points in the opening quarter and 20 total before the break. The Crimson Hawks showed improved energy after halftime, outscoring Okanogan 36-35 over the final two quarters, but the early deficit proved too much to overcome. Brock Benson led Colville with 18 points, going 6-for-7 from the free-throw line. Parker Darnold and Crew Bridgeman each scored 11 points, while Colville finished 14 of 16 from the foul line. The Crimson Hawks connected on four 3-pointers but were unable to match Okanogan’s nine from beyond the arc. Colville earned a gritty win at East Valley on Jan. 6, in a matchup with a Greater Spokane League 2A squad, using a strong second quarter to swing momentum. After trailing 18-11 at the end of the first quarter, the Crimson Hawks erupted for 24 points in the second to take a 35-29 halftime lead. Colville held off a late push from the Knights in the fourth quarter to secure the four-point victory. Benson scored 13 points to pace a balanced Colville attack, while Quentin Huggins added 12 and Bateman and Bridgeman chipped in 11 points apiece. The Crimson Hawks knocked down eight 3-pointers in the win and went 9 of 15 from the free-throw line. 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

Clarence Daniel Armstrong — 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 Clarence Daniel Armstrong Clarence Daniel Armstrong was born on Sept. 6, 2025, to parents Leanna and Ian Armstrong of Colville, Wash. He weighed 10 pounds, 7.5 ounces at birth and has one brother, Warren Armstrong, age two-and-a-half. His maternal grandparents are Joan and Scott Harville of Kettle Falls, Wash. His paternal grandparents are Brandi and Bradley Armstrong of Kettle Falls, 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

Lyola Audrey Grittner | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Lyola Audrey Grittner 91 Sep 8, 1934 - Jun 20, 2025 Lyola was the oldest daughter of William and Beula Grittner, the fourth of 10 children. As the oldest daughter, she considered it her duty to keep the rest of us in line. Lyola started school in the one-room schoolhouse across the alfalfa field from our house; and graduated from Colville High School. After graduation she started nursing training at Deaconess School of Nursing. After receiving her nursing license, she moved to California. In the early 1960s, she moved back to the Colville/Chewelah area and worked in the medical field until her retirement. The family would like to express our deep gratitude to the staff of Buena Vista for their exceptional care of our sister for the past five years. Please join us on July 12, from 2-4 p.m. at the Addy Inn and share your stories and memories of a truly exceptional woman. Previous Item Next Item

Colter Wayne Jones — 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 Colter Wayne Jones Colter Wayne Jones was born on Oct. 17, 2025, to parents Corey and Kalen Jones of Colville, Wash. He weighed seven pounds, nine ounces at birth, and has one brother, Levi Jones, age 13, and one sister, Kodi Jones, age 5. His maternal grandparents are Richard and Pamela Tesmer of Presque Isle, Wisc. His parental grandparents are Ronald and Saundra Jones of Tollhouse, Calif. His maternal great-grandparents are Telie and Radford Spurlock of Tulare, Calif. and Richard and Gladys Tesmer of Greendale, Wisc. His paternal great-grandparents are Ed and Sally Sweicki of Oakhurst, Calif. and Clarence Harken of Tollhouse, Calif. 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

Brian Gregory Jennen | obituary published by the Statesman-Examiner in Colville, Washington. Brian Gregory Jennen 23 Oct 3, 2002 - Oct 10, 2025 Brian Gregory Jennen, age 23, passed away Oct. 10, 2025 in Kettle Falls, Wash. Brian was born Oct. 3, 2002 in Chewelah, Wash. Brian was a super honest man. One might not like hearing what he would say, but you knew what he said was true. Brian was rambunctious and stubborn and strong. He was a hard worker. Brian loved working in the woods. He was proud to be simple – self-sufficient. Material things did not matter to him in the least. Brian had a big heart with so much good in him. He was loved by everybody. Brian would do anything for you. Brian was very smart. He was an avid reader. Brian was a genius when it came to math and computers. At the age of 14, he competed in “Math is Cool.” At the state competition in Spokane, he placed third overall. Brian also excelled in sports, playing football for Kettle Falls High School. Brian’s dad took him hunting. At the young of nine years, he bagged his first deer – with a bow. He later would get a moose and a bear. Brian loved knives. He especially enjoyed making them and sharpening them. In 2022, Brian would meet Jalisa Powers. They were married later that year and welcomed a beautiful baby boy, Austin, to their family. Brian is survived by his wife Jalisa and son Austin; his parents, Brian and Monica Jennen; mom, Sarah; sister Trystin; and several extended family members and friends. A Celebration of Life is planned for a later date. Danekas Funeral Chapel & Crematory have been entrusted with his care. Please visit the online memorial website and sign his guestbook at danekasfuneralchapel.com. Previous Item Next Item

Kash Beckett Youngblood-Munsen — 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 Kash Beckett Youngblood-Munsen Kash Beckett Youngblood-Munsen was born on Jan. 1, 2026, to parents Kaitlyn and Colton Youngblood-Munsen of Loon Lake, Wash. He weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces at birth, and has one brother, Calvin, age 2, and one sister, Emerie, age 1. His maternal grandparents are Carrie and Bobby Compton of Spokane, Wash. His paternal grandparents are Jeremy and Sommer Munsen of Cusick, 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