Author: Kim Kalliber

Desmond Paul “Dez” Pablo

Desmond Paul “Dez” Pablo

ST. IGNATIUS – Desmond Paul “Dez” Pablo, 29, went to be with the Creator on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2012. A member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, he was born Sept. 10, 1983, in St. Ignatius to Roger and Maxine (Adams) Pablo. He was raised on the Flathead Indian Reservation by his parents and on the Tulalip Reservation in Washington by his Qene’ Leota Pablo.

A woodsman by trade, he post and poled until a logging accident left him in a wheelchair. Even this didn’t slow Dez down! As a lifelong “hoopster,” he was undefeated in all games for the last couple of years he played. He played all over Washington, Idaho and Montana with the “Descendants,” “Desert Horse” and “Hillside Ballers.” He always loved his basketball and was still the “Biggest Baddest Indian Around,” in his words!

He was preceded in death by great-grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Price; grandparents, Louis “Pug” Pablo Sr. and Nadine Papin Adams; aunt, June Iona Pablo; cousins, Louie Roy Pablo III, Viola Brown, Heather Adams and Geralynn Grayboy; nieces, Omniara Pablo, Marie Burke and Baby Heather Adams; and nephews, Michael OneHorn and Louis Snowy Mountain Shepard.

He leaves behind his parents, Roger and Maxine Pablo; significant other, Mary Jo Hawk; daughter, Ayden and Roll Dogg Tuggers; brothers, Roger Jr. and William Pablo (Kristina); sisters, Deah Adams (Kevin); twin sister, Rosi Pablo (Matt); Qene’ Leota Pablo; grandfather, Louis Adams (Gert); uncles, Danny Pablo Sr. (Stephanie), Eddie Pablo Sr. (Lori), Louie Pablo Jr., Eugene “Bones” Pablo, Jim Adams, Ray Adams and Jason Adams (Autumn); aunts, Myrna Dumontier (Greg), Brenda Morton (Randy), Arleen Adams (Bill) and Andrea Adams; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and extended family members from Montana and Washington.

A wake was held Monday at the Arlee Community Center, where the rosary will was recited on Tuesday, Nov. 27. Wake closing was on Wednesday with Mass following at the Community Center. Interment was at Jocko Cemetery. Condolences may be left at momma_deah@yahoo.com.

 

Bret Allen Whitley

obit-Bret WhitleyBret Allen Whitley was born on August 31, 1960 in Mountlake Terrace, WA. He passed away on December 3, 2012 in Everett, WA.

Some of the things Bret loved were spending time with friends and family, most especially his grandchildren. Around Christmas time every year, they would make a trip to Disneyland.

He will be missed by his parents, Robert and Joann Mason; his loving wife of 34 years, Cindy; daughter, Angela Childers Whitley, and his grandchildren, Justice, Jaydin, and Nevaeh. He also leaves behind his brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and numerous friends.

Bret was a very caring person and will be missed by many.

Visitation was Thursday, December 6, 2012, followed by a celebration of Bret’s life at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home. Burial follow ed at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home

Clinton “Bodie” Kevin Sam

Obit-Clinton SamClinton “Bodie” Kevin Sam was born February 6, 1962 in Everett, Wash. to William E. Sam Sr. and Carole B Allen. He went to be with his heavenly father December 15, 2012

He is survived by his wife, Maureen Fryberg; daughter, Carole M. Allen; sisters, Wanda (Ray) Sam, Augusta (Archie) Lobehan, Jessica (Joe) Myers, Angela Sam and Loreen Barr; brothers, Stacey (Sherina) Sam, William Sam Jr., and Anthony Sam; step siblings, Donald Allen Jr., Nick Allen, Emma Allen; grandchildren, Virginia Allen, Malikai Allen, Jayson Sanchez, Aunt Jo (Walt) Landert.

Bodie liked taking long walks around Tulalip and Muckleshoot Reservations. He enjoyed going to the casino to play the machines. Bodie enjoyed going fishing and woodcutting or taking long car rides. He enjoyed the company of his nephews and nieces.

He is preceded in death by his parents, William Sam Sr. and Carole B. Allen; step dad, Donald G. Allen; and children, Anita Maurice and Clinton Fryberg.

Visitation was held Tuesday, December 18, 2012, at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home; an Interfaith Service followed at the Tulalip Tribal Gym. Funeral Service was held Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Tulalip Tribal Gym with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

Brian McCutchen

obit-Brian McCutchenBrian McCutchen, 44, of Marysville, Washington passed away suddenly on December 12, 2012. He was born on November 10, 1968 in Carbondale, Illinois to Mac McCutchen and Cozette Samuel.

Brian grew up in Carbondale, graduating from Carbondale High School in 1986. After high school Brian earned his four-year degree from Robert Morris College and upon graduation began working in the banking “business”. Four years ago, however, Brian changed “careers” and began working in “education”.

Since 2008, Brian was employed at Totem Middle School in the Marysville School District, serving as an Administrative Office Manager. Coach McCutchen also coached outside linebackers the past six years for the Marysville-Pilchuck Tomahawk varsity football program. He loved his students, his athletes, his colleagues at Totem and his coaching “family” at MPHS, however, Brian’s greatest “loves” were his son, Marcus, 22 years old and currently serving in the US Army, and his daughter, Jasmine, a 17 year old senior at Marysville-Pilchuck.

Brian was an extraordinary man who, in spite of leaving us far too early, had an incredible impact on all he encountered, particularly the countless young people whose lives were enriched by his “touch”. Whether Brian was sharing M&M’s from the candy bowl on his desk or reminding his “backers” to “keep ’em choppin”, kids knew this special man cared deeply about them, and they, in turn, cared deeply about him. The man we called “Cutch” will be missed terribly.

Memorial services were held Saturday, December 29, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at the auditorium on the campus of Marysville-Pilchuck High School.

Top Ten Most Regifted Gifts

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Did you know there’s a Web site devoted to the art of regifting? Regiftable.com is a veritable treasure-trove of regifting rules and ideas. The mission of the superslick site, from Money Management International, is to make regifting less shameful. And in these humbuggy financial times, more people than ever are passing things along and around. So in the spirit of cheap-o gift giving, here are our top 10 most regifted items:

10. Booze- The ultimate last-minute hostess gift — an unopened bottle of whatever from your liquor cabinet! Just make sure it truly is unopened and isn’t something that can go bad, like a cream liqueur or a corked bottle of wine. And please, clean off the dust and put it in a nice gift bag.

9. Gift cards- Perfectly acceptable and even a hot commodity on eBay, gift cards are fine to regift if you’re not a fan of the store but know someone who is. Just make sure the gift card hasn’t expired or the store hasn’t gone out of business.

8. Fruitcake – Sure, make fun of the citron-studded brick, but some people actually like them. Especially if they’re made by monks, like the ones from Assumption Abbey.

7. Candles – Candles are fine to regift if you don’t like the scent or the shape. A bad idea (and a dead giveaway) if the wick is burned

6. Cookbooks – Not a fan of Peruvian vegetarian cuisine? Regift away. Make it more special by using wooden spoons as a decorative bow accent.

5. Jewelry – Hey, you can always say that you found the perfect piece at an estate sale, when actually the estate sale was the bottom of your jewelry box. Just get yourself some good jewelry cleaner and you’re good to go.

4. Picture frame- Hey, Mrs. Newlywed, did you get way too many lovely silver picture frames for your wedding? Here’s an idea: Find a picture of your best bud, put it in one of those frames and voila! An instant personal regift.

3. Gift basket – This can either be a great regift or a horrible mistake. Before you slap a bow on an unloved gift basket, make sure the food hasn’t expired or the hand lotion hasn’t gone funky or you’ll have some ‘splainin’ to do.

2. Housewares – Coffee grinders, blenders, wine openers — all can become great regifts with just a simple addition. Add a pound of coffee with the grinder, a drink mix with the blender and a bottle of wine (‘natch!) with the wine opener.

1. Clothing – According to many surveys, clothing is the No. 1 most regifted item. Probably most often the oh-so-cutesy holiday sweater!

 

Deborah Parker issues Clarion call

Press Release, Communities Against Violence Network, December 19, 2012

Today, Tulalip Tribal Vice Chairwoman Deborah Parker remains united with all 12 Democratic female U.S. Senators in demanding immediate passage of the bipartisan, Senate version of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) reauthorization.

“This issue must absolutely transcend partisan politics, “said Vice Chairwoman Parker, a survivor of abuse in Indian Country, who went public with her story this year in support of the VAWA. “It is one of our fundamental human rights; the right of each and every American woman to live free from threats or acts of physical harm.”

Parker continued: “A woman’s class of origin or race and physical location at the time of sexual assault or physical abuse should not dictate her protection under the U.S.  Constitution. All women and children must be protected, especially the original women of this continent.” It is widely reported that House Leadership is holding up the bill, by objecting to provisions in the Senate VAWA that would restore to tribal governments the limited power to prosecute non-≠‐Indians who enter Indian Country and commit violence against Indian women.

I urge all of my fellow Americans to call Rep. Eric Cantor’s office and urge that he agree to guard against any more Native women being sexually or physically abused in Indian Country,” Parker concluded.

The direct number to Rep. Cantor’s Office is (202) 225-8208;2815.

Hawks lose by two points against Lummi Blackhawks, 62-64

By Brandi N. Montreuil; photos by Mike Sarich

Tulalip Hawks play against the Lummi Blackhawks, December 114th.
Tulalip Hawks play against the Lummi Blackhawks, December 114th.

Tulalip Heritage Hawks went toe to toe against the Lummi Blackhawks during a home game for the Hawks on December 14th. During the heated exchange of points scored and rebounds it looked like the Hawks would end the night with an amazing win, until Blackhawks made a last minute drive to score in the last four seconds of the game and connected with the hoop to take the win with a final game score of 62-64.

The first quarter ended in a tie for both teams scoring 14 points. Hawks took a three-point lead going into the third quarter where the Blackhawks make a return with a two-point lead and continued into the fourth quarter, ending with a three-point lead over Hawks 15.

Keanu Hamilton led the Hawks with 19 points scored, Payton Comenote 13, Dontae Jones 12, Shawn Sanchey 7, Brandon Jones 6, and Robert Miles 5.

Santa Run collects food for families in need

Santa greets children in the Tulalip area.
Santa greets children in the Tulalip area.

Submitted by Peter Spawn, Tulalip Fire Department

Tulalip Bay Fire Department recently held their annual Santa Run/Food Drive.  Off-duty firefighters come together and volunteer their time to escort Santa around the district, spreading holiday cheer and collecting food for the local food bank. This year was a success as we gathered over 600 pounds of non-perishable food items.  We would like to thank our community for the continued support we receive each and every year during this event.

Tulalip Fire Fighters with Santa
Tulalip Fire Fighters with Santa

Credits: Eric Berwick photographs, fire dist. 15 photographer, Peter Spawn

Letter from Marysville School District Superintendent

Submitted by Monica Brown, Tulalip Tribes Communications Department

December 17, 2012

Dear Marysville School District families,

Words cannot express how saddened we all are over the series of events that unfolded at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut. Our hearts go out to all those directly affected by this tragic and senseless shooting. As educators and parents we are especially saddened that most of the victims were vulnerable, innocent children. As our students hear of these events that may understandably feel anxious and frightened. The same feelings will most likely be experienced by parents and school staff as well. We are all affected and feeling less safe as a result.

Although we hope that it will never be necessary, we want you to know that our school district has a comprehensive student safety plan and we practice drills for lockdown, fire and other issues on a regular basis in our schools. We work with the Marysville and Tulalip Police and Fire Departments and the Snohomish County Sherriff’s Department as a part of our continuing effort to keep our children safe.

The following suggestions may be helpful to parents in assisting their children during this time:

  • Turn off or monitor the television. Endless news programs are likely to heighten anxiety, and young children cannot distinguish between images on television and their personal reality.
  • Maintain a normal routine.
  • Speak simply and honestly. Tell the truth using words the child can understand.
  • Remain calm and reassuring. Children take their cues from their parents and other caring adults around them.
  • Be a good listener and observer. Pay attention to changes in behavior.

Coming together and supporting each other is important at a time like this to help us get through our feelings of disbelief, fear and grief – and to help out children feel safe again. Every school has a counselor available to help your child should they need support.

Additional resources for parents and families are available on the following web sites:

We will continue to work together with parents, as a staff, and a community to keep our schools a safe place to learn, grow and work.

 

Sincerely,

Larry Nyland, Superintendent

Marysville School District No.25
4220 80th Street NE – Marysville, WA 98270
p. 360-653-0800 f. 360-629-1990