3 Drew Hallam

July 10, 1990 – July 5, 2023

Drew Hallam was born July 10, 1990 in Everett Washington to Cathy Wood and Duane Hallam. He passed away July 5, 2023 in a tragic car accident.


He grew up in Mount Vernon, Washington with a passion for competition and adrenaline. He became a fierce athlete and a strong teammate. His love for sports continued into his adulthood where he continued in CSSA softball with his NA family. If he wasn’t on the field or the court, he was instilling his love for sports in his son Kieran. 


Kieran became Drew’s proudest accomplishment, he showed him the fundamentals of each sport. Watching his son become as fierce a competitor as himself was the highlight of his life. 


Drew loved his family deeply. He had a talent to leave an imprint on all he came across in life. He was also kind and generous to anyone he met. There wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for those he loved. 


It’s no surprise that Drew found a career as an arborist, and from the start exceled in the field. He mastered his craft and became an expert who thrived in the most difficult of situations and removals. No tree was too tall and no job to extreme. 


He will be missed.


Drew leaves behind his son Kieran Hallam, mother Cathy Wood, father Duane Hallam, brother Brian (Kylie) Hallam, his brother in life Danial (Angel) Osburn, grandmother Sandie Markle, grandfather Harry Alexander, aunts and uncles Stacy Alexander, Corrine Markle, Nancy Hallam Caudill, Gene Hallam, niece Adaline Hallam and numerous cousins. 


Service will be held on Tuesday July 11th at 10:00 A.M at the Tulalip Tribal Gathering Hall at 7512 Totem Beach Rd. Tulalip, Washington 98271, with burial following at Mission Beach Cemetery.


Memorial flowers to be sent to Tribal Gathering Hall.

Blake Edward Moses

October 26, 1984 – June 8, 2023

Blake Edward Moses born October 26, 1984 to Robert “Bebop” Moses Jr and Kimberly Bustamante. Went to the Lord June 8, 2023. He was a wonderful grandson, nephew, brother, cousin, son and father. He had a zest for life. He grew up and was raised by is grandmother Johanna Moses and Aunty Annie Moses, who spoiled him rotten. He enjoyed yearly camping and ocean trips with the whole family, and going to many Native sporting events. He loved fishing, crabbing and hunting with his uncles and cousins.

He learned to play the piano from his Aunty Annie and excelled, from that point on he could pick up any instrument and learn it. He loved all music and jammed with his brothers and bro’s. Blake and fiancé Lucy recorded many songs together traveling and playing at many venues.

Young love brought five beautiful children into his life with Breanne. He leaves behind children, Kohen, Kaine, KamBrea, Kendalynn, Kwynn Moses; siblings, Lorne Moses, Athena Moses, Aimee Moses; mother Kimberly Bustamante; grandmother Johanna Moses; aunt Annie Moses; uncle Jon Moses Sr, Anthony Moses Sr. Aaron Moses Sr. Willie Moses, Benjamin Burchell; aunt Rachel Proper; uncles Marvin and Allen Burchell; nieces and nephews, Tianna, Kiera Moses, Desean Moses, Kathryn Elliott, Ira Moses-Snyder, Aaliyah Camaro Downing; and his fiance’ and love of his life, Lucy T. He is also survived by great aunts, Rachel Hood, April Smith, Julie Russell, Vickie Tsoodle and Teresa Whitish; great uncle Danny Moses; and numerous cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert “Be-Bop” Moses Jr; brother Warren Moses Sr.; grandfather Robert Moses Sr.; great grandparents Marya Jones Mosses, Walter Moses Sr., Albert and Annie Moses, Cherri Beirley; and special uncle Raymond “Teatmus” Moses. WE LOVE YOU and WILL MISS YOU!

An evening service will be held Wednesday, June14, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. A celebration of his life will be held Thursday, June 15, 2023 at 10:00 AM the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

John Richard McCoy

October 29, 1943 – June 6, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of John Richard McCoy share his passing at the age of 79 on June 6, 2023. John had multiple health issues which he battled through every day for several years; and he died in his home surrounded by family at their residence located on the Tulalip Indian Reservation near Marysville Washington. 
John had many roles in his life and it was noted by his daughter Angela McCoy that each of those roles were a lifetime in themselves, most notable as the Chair of the Democratic Caucus with the Washington State Senate.
John was born in 1943 on the Tulalip Indian Reservation, he married his childhood friend and companion Jeannie McKay in 1965 and raised three daughters.
John was a 1961 graduate of El Capitan High School in Lakeside, CA. 
John’s career began with commercial fishing in Puget Sound until he enlisted in the Air Force where he served for 20 years. Upon retiring as a Technical Sergeant (E-6) from his last duty station at Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, he was immediately recruited by UNISYS to continue his government work as a Computer Programmer, and he was assigned to staff the Reagan White House situation room.
Stan Jones, then-Chairman of Tulalip Tribes, actively recruited John to return home to the reservation to pursue economic development. Indian gaming had commenced and the Tribes were struggling to adapt and build the infrastructure necessary for this powerful new form of economic development. John’s contributions to the development of Quil Ceda Village and infrastructure gained national recognition for his innovation, stewardship and stellar success within the Tulalip Indian Reservation.
John was bestowed with an Honorary Master of Public Administration degree, and recognized as the 2020 Public Official of the Year by the Master of Public Administration program of The Evergreen State College.
John served as Washington State Legislator from 2003 to 2020, first as a Representative and then as a Senator, representing the 38th Legislative District (Everett / Marysville / Tulalip). He was elected by his colleagues to serve as the chair of the Senate Democratic Caucus in 2016. 
Survived by his spouse Jeannie (McKay) McCoy, his wife of 58 years, children Angela McCoy, Sheila (Jim) Hillaire, and Cara (Darrell) Tohannie; sisters Carolyn (Kevin) Gerhart and Marianne (Keith) Blatt, 16 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and cousins, especially Lavinia Carpenter and Coralyne Rose.
Preceded in death by his father MCBM John Richard “Dick” McCoy, US Navy retired, his mother, Jennie (Freda) McCoy, brother Michael McCoy, and sister Antoinette McCoy Koeth, and his infant daughter, Catherine McCoy
A public memorial service will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at the Tulalip Gathering Hall at 6:00 p.m. and Monday, June 12, 2023, at the Tulalip Resort Casino Orca Ballroom at 9:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in support of the Senator McCoy Scholarship, The Evergreen State College scholarship fund. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home, Marysville.

Gilbert Eugene Moses III

JUNE 1, 1999 – MAY 12, 2023

Gilbert Eugene Moses III, 23 of Tulalip passed away on May 12, 2023 in Everett, WA.

He was born June 1, 1999 in Warm Springs, OR to Gilbert Eugene Moses Jr and Monica Alleen Wahnetah. He was raised by his grandparents and his father in Tulalip, Enjoyed playing his PlayStation and going to the mountains with his grandparents, He read a lot of books. He worked at the “QCC” and the Buzz Inn.

He is survived by his father, Gilbert Moses Jr; his mother Monica Wahnetah; siblings, Tarly Florendo, Nicole Wahnetah, Kari Wahnetah, Irmah Wahnetah, Briann Tewee-Wahnetah, Lindsey Tewee-Wahnetah ; great aunts Johanna, Rachel, April and Julie, Vicki, and Teresa,; great uncle, Daniel; aunts Sylvia (Robert) Myers and Arnel (Alan) Williams; grandmother, Kate Jackson; and numerous cousins.

An evening service will be Monday, May 22, 2023 at 6:00 PM at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home. A celebration of life will be held Tuesday, May 23, 2023 at 10:00 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Vienna Elita Ruiz

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 – MAY 11, 2023

Sweet little Vienna Elita Ruiz went home to be with our father on Thursday May 11th, 2023 while she peacefully slept. Though we may not understand this unimaginable loss, her spirit will continue to live on through the hearts she touched during her 6 precious months here on earth.

Matthew 5:4 – Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.

A celebration of life for Vienna will be held Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 11:00 AM at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home, 804 State Ave, Marysville, WA 98270.

Marlys Diane Dover

February 17, 1955 – April 8, 2023 

Marlys Diane Dover, 68 of Everett passed away April 8, 2023.
She was born Feb. 17, 1955 in Everett, WA to Charles and Jean Weldon. She grew up in Lake Stevens. She graduated from Lake Stevens High School. She married William Dover on Oct. 25, 1982 in Lake Stevens. They had two beautiful daughters, Carly and Courtney. She loved reading and her dream was to own a book store.

She is survived by her two daughters, Carly (Elliot Jenkins) Dover and Courtney Hymer; sisters Janet Butler and Bonnie Fortner; 3 grandchildren Zoe, Emery, and Castile, She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and brother Kenneth Jensen.
A celebration of her life will be held Saturday, May 13, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.

Marvin Nobe Smith

DECEMBER 29, 1949 – APRIL 29, 2023

Marvin Nobe smith of the Nex-Perce Tribe residing in Tulalip,

was born December 29 1949 to jack Smith and Irene Scott and passed away April 29 2023 Marvin Nobe Smith was a brilliant man that had mastered in fishing and hunting He never hesitated to help his fellow Fisherman with hanging their nets, fixing their boats and motors He also enjoyed the outdoors such as hunting and camping with his wife and two sons Merle hayes and Carnegie hayes along with numerous grandchildren and nephews He and his wife enjoyed spending time with the senior program going on trips and attending bingo day He’s survived by his wife April Smith, his daughter Paulette Smith, and Bernadette Hayes, siblings Janice Smith, Anna Ziegler, Elizabeth Murillo, Adrian Ziegler, numerous grandchildren, special nieces and nephews great grandchildren.

An evening service will be held Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. A celebration of his life will be held Friday at 10:00 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

Sarah Ivarra

October 24, 1985 – Ivarra April 26, 2023

Sarah Ivarra, 37 of Tulalip passed away April 26, 2023 at home.
She was born Oct. 24, 1985 to Gilbert and Myrna Ivarra in Everett, WA. She graduated from high school in 2004. S traveling especially to Texas to see her dad. She enjoyed her Native American culture. Her life revolved around her children, mother, and uncle Cy. She liked her job at the Security Pallet Shelter. 
She is survived by her children, Olivia and Daisy; her parents, Gilbert Ivarra, and Myrna Pacheco; her uncle Cy; aunts Marilyn, Juanita, Elizabeth, and Tina; siblings, Travis, David,Christina, Cyrus, Eli, Alicia, Vanessa, Elsa, Gil Jr, and Katelee.
An evening service will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 6:00 pm at the Tulalip Gathering Hall. A celebration of her life will be held Wednesday, at 10:00 am at the Tulalip Gathering Hall with burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home.

Patrick Joseph Alexander

July 26, 1956 – March 26, 2023

Patrick Joseph Alexander became our ancestor on March 26, 2023. Born in Everett, WA on July 26, 1956 and was a proud member of The Tulalip Tribes. He spent his life surrounded by love from his numerous nieces and nephews. Uncle Pat loved to teach kids how to bead and play basketball. He enjoyed riding his bike. Pat was always willing to help others and sat with our dear loved ones the night before their burials on many occasions. 
He painted the thunderbird on the Marysville High School.
His surviving family members are His siblings are: brother Maurice Alexander Jr., sister Maureen (Richard Denver) Alexander, brother Francis (Regina) Alexander, brother David (Nanette) Alexander. Nieces and nephews are: Carlee Jones, Maureen Enick, Philip Alexander Jr., Ginger Enick, Joseph Alexander, Crystal Alexander, Shawnee Sheldon, Courtney Jefferson, and Philip Alexander III. 
Pat is preceded in death by mother Patricia L. Williams (Tulalip) & father Maurice Alexander Sr. (Lummi Nation). Brother Phillip Alexander Sr. (Tulalip) 
Services will be held on Friday, March 31, 2023 at the Tulalip Gathering Hall at 10am. His final resting place will be the Tulalip Mission Beach Cemetery.

Santiago Ancheta

May 13, 1993 – March 3, 2023 

Santiago went on to be with our creator on 03/03/2023, at Providence Hospital in Everett, WA. He left behind his Mother Aliana Diaz, Stepmother Chandell Diaz. Siblings Gloria Warner, Michael Warner, Charles Warner and Anthony Herod. Santiago had many talents he was passionate about, such as drawing, playing the flute and basketball. We will miss his contagious laugh, beautiful smile, limitless love, uplifting spiritand giving personality. He was preceded in death by his step-father Jonathan Warner.