Ferndale Record August 28 2024

Signature events are a success in Ferndale

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Mayor Hansen says when communities gather together for events they thrive, strengthen connections with neighbors and friends, and build strong communities

By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter

FERNDALE — Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Ferndale has looked for ways to re-engage their residential communities and stimulate local businesses amidst a rapidly growing population. roughout this year, Ferndale organizers have tried to do just that, by organizing multiple signature events such as the Summer of Fun and Jam on the River festival. Each event courted hundreds of Ferndale citizens to gather in a public setting and enjoy some of the greatest food, arts and entertainment the city has to o er.

Megan Juenemann is community and communications o cer for the City of Ferndale. Heather Sherrill is executive director of the Ferndale Chamber of Commerce. Greg Hansen is the mayor of Ferndale. e Ferndale Record asked them how they brought the events together, how they thought they went and what events may still be on the horizon for the rest of 2024.

Ferndale Record: Megan, what are some major Ferndale events that you have helped spearhead this year?

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Join the fun at Ferndale’s Chalk Art Festival

By Merrick Parnell For the Record

FERNDALE — Ferndale will burst with bright and vibrant colors the rst weekend in September.

On Saturday, Sept. 7, art lovers and creators from across northern Whatcom County are invited to Gri ntown Park for a day of artistic expression and fun at the Ferndale Chalk Art Festival. is free event will celebrate public art and will allow participants of all ages to create stunning chalk masterpieces which will transform the park into a unique art showcase.

e festival, organized by the Ferndale Arts Commission, has been an annual event since 2018, except for 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“ e Ferndale Arts Commission loves to host community art events, and we hope many will come and enjoy this project, whether to create art or observe the nal creations,” said Rebecca Xczar, chairperson of the Ferndale Arts Commission.

Chalk artists will receive everything needed to bring their visions to life, thanks to a sponsorship from Sherman General Contracting, which is funding the supplies. All materials will be provided

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Whatcom Land Trust celebrates 40 years of conservation

By Luke Seymour Sta Reporter

WHATCOM — is year, Whatcom Land Trust celebrates its 40th anniversary as it preserves and protects the county’s wildlife habitat, scenic, agricultural and open space land.

According to a statement released by WLT, although the conservation project was initially created in order to protect farmland, they expanded their goals and responsibilities to include wildlife habitat and scenic, open space lands when the conservation organization began proving to be successful.

Lynden Tribune readers may be familiar with some of WLT’s past achievements in Whatcom County. In 2018, WLT helped Whatcom residents Katie Pencke and Matthew McDermott establish their pig farm, Alluvial Farms, in Everson by

providing the couple with a three-year conservation loan to help purchase the land.

WLT also partnered with the Washington State Department of Agriculture and around 50 volunteers to help set up dozens of hornets nests on Trust-land to monitor and document the movement patterns of Asian Giant Hornets in Whatcom County.

Whatcom Land Trust Communications Director Claire Johnston said that between their land acquisition facilitation e orts and conservation easements the WLT have much to celebrate in 2024.

“We’ve protected over 27,000 acres of land in Whatcom County,” Johnston said. “Which is just such a wonderful, tangible legacy of these special places to preserve for future generations of all species.”

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niversary celebration began in April when WLT held an openinvite kicko party at Structures Brewing in Bellingham. According to Johnston, the event was a hit, with up to 150 people attending and Whatcom Land Trust Board President Hall Walker gave a speech that thanked the organization’s partners and re ecting on the past 40 years of successful conservation e orts.

Johnston said the celebration has been accompanied by a new conservation plan that has been posted on the land trust website, whatcomlandtrust.org, which outlines the organization’s priorities as well as what properties they hope to acquire in the future. WLT also has several projects coming up in the fall. ese include a blackberry and barbed

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This year, Whatcom Land Trust celebrates its 40th anniversary as it preserves and protects the county’s wildlife habitat, scenic, agricultural and open space land. Festivities for the 40th anniversary celebration began in April when WLT held an open-invite kicko party at Structures Brewing in Bellingham. (Courtesy photos)

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Ferndale will burst with bright and vibrant colors on Saturday, Sept. 7 at Gri ntown Park for a day of artistic expression and fun at the Ferndale Chalk Art Festival. (Photos courtesy of Maralise Fegan)

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as Summer of Fun, Food Truck Friday, Jam on the River, and others help Ferndale thrive. (Ferndale Record file photos)

Everson man falls overboard commercial boat, dies

By Bill Helm Editor

EVERSON — In the early hours of Saturday, Aug. 24, Cheyenne Hoy gave birth to her baby girl, Fiona Rose.

Tragically, her husband Clayton was not able to be with his family. Hoy, a commercial

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sherman, went missing on July 25 after he fell overboard his boat near Egegik, Alaska. On Aug. 12, he was con rmed dead. Cheyenne Hoy said Clayton “was our everything and sole provider for our family.”

“He truly loved shing and learned everything from his father,” Chey-

enne said. rough his father, Guy Hoy, Clayton became a commercial salmon sherman. Since age 15, he crewed with his father, then became his own captain. Cheyenne explained that 2024 was Clayton’s third year with his own boat and he “was already one of the top boats in the bay.”

“He would work as hard as he could to provide a living for us in those three months away from home,” Cheyenne said. “ en when he came home we could spend every day together with each other. All he wanted was to be with us as much as he possibly could.”

Cheyenne explained she and Clayton had “always heard of the dangers

of the waters, but he was never one to take risks. Which is why this tragedy was so hard to accept.”

“He’d tell stories,” Cheyenne recalled. “You just don’t go in that water. It’s unforgiving.”

Cheyenne is close with her family and with Clayton’s family. But it’s not the same as her husband helping raise their baby girl and their son, Cillian, almost 2. Which is one of the reasons Sonia Harder, a lifelong friend of Clayton’s, set up a GoFundMe page to help with some of Cheyenne’s nancial burden since Clayton’s unexpected death.

“Since meeting Cheyenne, I have become very close with her as well,” Harder said. “After hearing of the news that Clayton fell over, Cheyenne called me to come be with her. I spent the rst two days and nights with her and felt so helpless. Eventually I gured out that one way I could help is to alleviate some nancial stress.”

Cheyenne said Harder has been “the biggest blessing to our family.”

“With the future being so unknown right now, I’m overwhelmingly grateful for what everyone has done for our family,” Cheyenne said. “I’m so thankful for the help we have received and continue to receive. It means the world to us in this time of uncertainty.”

‘Your All-American couple’

Harder, who with her husband Cory grew up with Clayton, described the Hoys as “your AllAmerican couple.”

“ ey met, fell in love, became the best of friends, got married,

had their son Cillian and now have a baby girl,” she wrote on the GoFundMe page. With 644 donations in as of noon Monday, Aug. 26, goal is to raise $100K. Right now the total raised is $69,379.

Cheyenne said the people who knew her husband “know how special a person he was.”

“He impacted more people than I could have ever imagined,” Cheyenne said. “I can never thank the community enough for the outpouring of love and support the family and I have felt throughout this tragedy. Clayton to all of us was the strongest and most caring man and father we could have ever asked for. ere will always be a void without him here. Ask anyone who knows him and they will tell wonderful stories of how he was a best friend who would do anything for the ones he loved. He made an impact on everyone he met and truly knew who he was. He had a huge heart for helping people.”

Cheyenne and Clayton met in December 2016 in Albuquerque, New Mexico while she attended the University of New Mexico. She remembered that Clayton had traveled in a camper from Everson to New Mexico to pursue his pro MMA career.

“We met a week after he arrived in Albuquerque,” she recalled. “We went on a rst date and instantly became best friends. We became inseparable and spent all of our time together. We lived together in New Mexico until I nished college. en after he returned from that season in Alaska we packed up

our three animals and life into a U-Haul and drove through four states back to Everson. at was in September 2018. Engaged in September 2020, the couple married May 2021.

“It really was true love,” Cheyenne said. Sometime the evening before the accident, Cheyenne and Clayton spoke using FaceTime.

“He was showing us around his boat,” Cheyenne said. On the GoFundMe page, Harder talks about the accident:

“His crew heard the splash and immediately reported him overboard and requested help looking for him. Unfortunately, after about 36 hours of the Coast Guard, other shermen (including his father), and local volunteers, searching by boat and foot, the search was suspended. e only sign of Clayton were his shoes that washed up to a mudbank. eir dream life turned into a family’s worst nightmare in the blink of an eye.”

Clayton Hoy

According to Cheyenne, Clayton had a “huge passion for tness in multiple forms.”

“Whatever he decided to do he did it to the fullest,” she said. “Wrestling, bodybuilding, hiking and hunting. He lled his o season with his hobbies and love for the outdoors. We frequently went on family hikes where he would show Cillian and I his favorite views and trails. When we were at home we lled our days singing our favorite songs from our teen years (grunge and rock mostly) and watching Arnold Schwarzenegger

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Cheyenne Hoy and her 2-year-old son Cillian with family photograph with husband/father Clayton. Clayton Hoy, a commercial fisherman, went missing on July 25 after a fall overboard his boat near Egegik. On Aug. 12, he was confirmed dead. (Bill Helm/Lynden Tribune)

Art festival: ‘Art brings people together’

on-site, so artists don’t need to bring their own.

e Ferndale Arts Commission will supply various types of chalk and create rectangular spaces for public use.

Artists are encouraged to bring their imagination, creativity and enthusiasm.

Organizers recommend bringing a cushion or something to kneel on for comfort, as artists will spend time on the pavement.

“ e event is special because it allows the community to create art together,” Xczar said.

“Whether you are a young child or an older professional artist, you can create art side by side. e result is a collection of diverse, individual pieces. e art is temporary, and there’s beauty in its ephemeral nature.”

Whether attendees are experienced artists or simply look-

ing for a fun day, Gri ntown Park will serve as the perfect backdrop for colorful creativity and community spirit.

“Folks can come to participate and create one or more masterpieces or just come and check out the art created by others,” Xczar said. Join the Ferndale Chalk Art Festival and let your creativity shine. is fall, Gri ntown Park will become a vibrant canvas where artists of all ages can express themselves and contribute to a colorful community masterpiece.

Maralise Fegan, a longtime attendee of the event and current member of the City of Ferndale Planning Commission and Arts Commission, said she appreciates how the event fosters community in Ferndale.

“I like that chalk allows people to be less inhibited about whether or not the art ‘looks good.’ It’s temporary, so people

can just create and enjoy the process,” Fegan said. “Art brings people together. It gets people talking and sharing ideas. When we spark conversations and bring people together, we strengthen the foundation of a collaborative community.”

For more information about the Chalk Art Festival and the Ferndale Arts Commission, visit cityo erndale.org or their Facebook page: FerndaleArtsCommission. Gri ntown Park is at 5786 2nd Ave.

e Ferndale Arts Commission was established to lead the arts in the city. roughout the year, the commission hosts various events to provide venues for creators and art admirers to gather.

In addition to the Chalk Art Festival in September, the commission will also hold a painting class on Sept. 21 and a Monster Prom in October.

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wire removal event on Sept. 6 at Lake Terrell in Ferndale. WLT will also partner with the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association and the Whatcom Marine Resources Committee to host a panel discussion titled Protecting Whatcom Waterways.

e WLT website describes the event as an engaging panel discussion featuring Whatcom Land Trust, Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association, Whatcom Marine Resources Committee, and Whatcom Conservation District. Johnston said that while she is glad that WLT is taking this year to celebrate the organization’s accomplishments in conservation, she

looks forward to further protection of Whatcom’s openland areas and natural habitats. “ is has been a wonderful year of celebration and re ection so far, but we’re still focused,” Johnston said. “In particular, our attention right now de nitely leans toward stewardship. How can we get the community out on these properties? To do plantings, to remove invasive species, to take care of these areas that we now own or protect. We need to get the county involved in making sure we’re creating or maintaining the types of environments we want to see on these conserved landscapes.”

-- Contact Luke Seymour at luke@lyndentribune.com.

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Transgender people not ‘some nebulous other’

A letter to the Lynden School Board: It recently came to my attention that some of you have publicly expressed opposition to transgender students, or transgender people in general, participating in sports. Some of you have expressed opposition to protections for transgender students, as well as opposition to gender-a rming care for transgender people. I was especially disheartened to see some of you participate in spreading misinformation about Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who was subjected to dehumanizing attacks online when people wrongfully claimed that she was a transgender woman. Based on the opinions you’ve expressed and the information you’ve shared, I’d infer that none of you have personal relationships with transgender people. at’s not surprising, given that many of the transgender people I know who grew up in Lynden have left as quickly as possible. It was su ocating, living in a city where people saw them as freaks, as predators, or just too di erent. While here, they usu-

ally hid themselves away to (hopefully) prevent outward harassment, only to suffocate even more inside. It was only when they left their hometown that they could nally breathe. I would hope that none of you want to contribute to anyone feeling unsafe or unwanted in our city. I’d like to believe that you have a genuine desire to do what’s best for our community. However, if these truly are your aspirations, your vision of a thriving community needs to include everyone, not just those who you are familiar with and understand. Transgender people are just as much a part of this community as cisgender (i.e. not transgender) people. ey are, directly or indirectly, connected to your families, your churches, your workplaces and your schools. I promise you, all they want is what everyone wants: to live in peace alongside their neighbors. Are there di cult conversations to be had about the inclusion of transgender people? Of course, and it’s part of your duty as school board members to have those discussions, to determine how to

Character counts

Editor, I wish to o er a response to the writer: “Instead of debating issues ...” (Lynden Tribune, Aug. 21, 2024).

e writer describes “candidate personality reviews” as unconstitutional. I keep a copy of the Constitution of the United States at my desk. Perhaps the writer can demonstrate where personally vetting a candidate is in violation of the Constitution?

Since the rst contested Presidential election in 1796, a voting decision based in part on a candidate’s tness for o ce has been central to making an informed choice.

With 10 weeks to go in the American Presidential race, there will be no shortage of policy debates between the Democratic and Republican nominees. However, the 2024 Presidential election also provides an important question of character.

In my professional career, and in my imperfect life as a son, husband, father and grandfather, character counts. Residing in a community that is strongly rooted in faith, I believe my Lynden neighbors also have a strong belief in personal character as well.

In casting my vote for President this year, I will weigh national policy and direction. But will I vote for a staggeringly corrupt, rehose lying, twice impeached, four times arrested, six times bankrupted, 91 times indicted and 34 times convicted felon? Will I vote for a man who was found liable of sexual assault and defamation? Will I vote for someone who encouraged

his supporters to violently overthrow his unambiguous defeat on Jan. 6, 2021? I will not. Because character counts.

Lynn Templeton Lynden

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-- A Class of 2015 Lynden High School graduate and a graduate of Western Washington University, Adri Tiesinga is a resident of Lynden.

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OBITUARIES

Rosemary May

Rosemary May, a longtime resident of Lynden, passed away Feb. 27, 2024.

Rosemary was born on Nov. 2, 1943, in Chicago, IL to Anthony May and Rose O’Neill May. She was the fourth of six children. When Rosemary was 1 year old, the family relocated to Southern California, where she lived until moving to Lynden in the 1990s. Following high school graduation, Rosemary studied nursing before pursuing a career with the United States Postal Service. Rosemary worked as a mail carrier for the city of Orange, CA for 32 years. She became friends with many people on her route and her co-workers — they ap-

preciated her wry sense of humor! Following retirement, Rosemary moved to Lynden, along with her mother, Rose, and sister Rachelle, for a simpler pace of life.

Rosemary became an active volunteer in the Lynden community. At St. Joseph’s Catholic Church she helped initiate and run the Christmas bazaar for many years. She served communion to parishioners unable to attend mass, worked at the reshing Bee and crocheted hats for the homeless, in addition to other activities. She also volunteered with Friends of the Library.

Rosemary, along with her mother Rose and sister Rachelle, were a tightlyknit family unit. ey enjoyed traveling the country in their motor home and visited almost every state. Rosemary en-

Berk

Likkel

Berk Likkel went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2024. He was born May 21, 1933 in Eagle Butte, South Dakota to John and Helen (Haveman) Likkel. eir family moved to Lynden when he was 7 due to the e ects of the Dust Bowl. He grew up attending Lynden Christian Schools and got his rst job at Sussex Motors in downtown Lynden. In 1953 he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served two years in Korea. His beloved mother passed away when Berk was only 20; he missed her terribly and always said she was a saint be-

cause of her kindness and faithful witness to him for Christ.

After his discharge from the military, he met Mary Barber in person, although they had been writing to each other for several months. ey were married Nov. 18, 1955. After working various jobs for a few years, he settled into a career as parts manager at Snow Ford. He took an interest in their older tow truck and in the mid ‘60s purchased a new truck and founded Snow Ford Towing, which grew into a thriving business over the next several years. In 1981, he left Snow Ford and moved the towing, renamed Berk’s Towing, to his property on the Birch Bay Lynden Road. He

Donna Jane Spoelstra

Donna Jane Spoelstra, 65, of Lynden, passed away peacefully, after a short battle with cancer, surrounded by her husband and daughters.

Donna was born on April 4, 1959, in Sheldon, Iowa, to Bill and Priscilla (Bootsma) Wagenaar. She grew up as the youngest daughter of eight children on a farm in Iowa. Donna graduated from Unity Christian High School in Orange City, Iowa, and attended Dordt University for one year then followed her brothers and sister to Washington.

Donna graduated from Shoreline Community College in Seattle with a degree as a dental hygienist. Donna moved to Lynden with her three daughters in 1990

Jeanette ‘Jettie’

Vlas VanderHeide

Jeanette Vlas VanderHeide, “Jettie,” went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, after su ering a stroke. Mem resided in Lynden for 50 years.

Jettie, given name Jetske Tiersma, was born Dec. 1, 1930, in Toppenhuizen, Friesland, e Netherlands to parents Pieter and Brechtje Tiersma. She completed school through the eighth grade while in Holland. Mem grew up during WWII and always had many stories

joyed planning the details of these trips and had many other interests, including crochet, wood-working crafts, reading, crossword puzzles, playing cards and bunko.

Rosemary’s faith was deep and abiding. Praying, reading the Bible and saying the rosary were a great source of comfort.

Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents Tony and Rose, and brothers Jim and John. She is survived by siblings Rachelle, Toni and Bob, and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be held ursday, Sept. 12 at St. Joseph’s Church, Lynden at 11 a.m., in addition to a rosary Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 5 p.m. A lunch reception will follow the funeral mass.

Funeral arrangements are pending with Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

spent many, many hours recovering cars and trucks from accidents in all kinds of weather, in the middle of the night, and in blinding blizzards.

During these years Berk and Mary were blessed with ve children. His sons Brian and Je caught Berk’s love for all things cars and trucks, and Je worked with him as a tow truck and crane operator. In 1996, he sold Berk’s Towing, bought a motorhome, and he and Mary put on many happy miles traveling to Iowa, Alaska, Palm Springs, and many other places. He would rarely be caught sitting down and always had projects in the works. He loves his children and grandchildren dearly and we never got tired of his teasing. As Jennifer says, his love language is

from Seattle. She married Philip Spoelstra on Nov. 26, 1994. Donna worked as a dental hygienist in various clinics until ultimately spending most of her career working for Dr. Robert Klein, at Lynden Family Dental before retiring in 2020.

Donna was a faithful member of Second Christian Reformed Church, attending for nearly 30 years. She served as a Sunday school teacher and in other various ways in children’s ministry; she loved her second family, dearly. Donna was devoted to her children and grandchildren. Whenever she could, she would spend time taking her grandchildren to McDonald’s or spoiling them with ice cream at her home.

Donna enjoyed going on trips to Joseph, Oregon, with her siblings, co ee dates with close friends, and a blizzard on special occasions. As much as she loved her family and friends, her faith was always most important and very evident in her life and in her relationships with others. No

about this difcult time. Jettie married Andries Vlas on Oct. 10, 1951. Together they raised four children: Bob, Peter, Bridget, and Gordon.

Andries passed away in 1973. Later she married Ralph VanderHeide in April of 1985, and they were together until his passing in 1997. In October 1951, Jettie and Andries immigrated to Edmonton, Canada and stayed about ve years before moving to Artesia, CA in 1956. After a time, they moved to Lynden in 1970.

Marcé Marie Brennan (Fox)

Marcé Marie Brennan (Fox) passed away Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024 at the age of 73 after a battle with a combination of diagnoses including Corticolbaal Syndrome with Alzheimer’s and fractures of the sacrum caused by Myeloma. She was born Oct. 5, 1950 in Port Angeles and attended Port Angeles High School, a member of the class of ‘68. She went to WWU where she met

Arlene Anderson

Arlene Anderson, age 75, passed away on Aug. 19, 2024 at her Bellingham home, surrounded by family. Services will be held on ursday, Aug. 29 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 6210 Mt. Baker Hwy., Deming, as follows: 10 a.m. rosary and visitation, 11 a.m. mass of Christian burial, with reception following. At 2 p.m., she will be laid to rest at Greenacres Memorial Park, 5700 Northwest Drive, Ferndale. Please read her full obituary at Westford Funeral Home website.

to insult. He was incredibly generous, always ready to help in any way he could, and would never let anyone pay the restaurant bill. He was a xture at the Fairway Cafe for at least 60 years and knew pretty much everyone in Lynden. Berk was preceded in death by his parents and all ve of his siblings: Dellis, Shirley, Maxine, Dean and Fay.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Mary, and his children Brenda Scarlett, Brian Likkel, Julie (Robert) Clark, Je (Leslie) Likkel, and Jennifer (Paul) Jardinski.

matter what trial or hardship she faced in life, including her battle with cancer, her ultimate peace and comfort came in her relationship with Christ and turning everything over to God, knowing that heaven was to come in the end.

Donna was incredibly grateful to her family and friends during her battle with cancer who supported her, her husband, and children during this time. Her family wants to thank all those who have supported and helped during this time, including the hospice sta that helped bring her comfort in her last few days.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, in-laws Paul and Jean Spoelstra, sisters Glenice Wagenaar and Sharon (Wagenaar) Bomgaars and husband Dennis, sister-in-law MaryAnn Spoelstra and nephews Nicholas, Matthew, and Luke Spoelstra. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 30 years Phil; children Marita Moton, children Joshua, Myla and Mariah, Jasmine (Jim) Childs, children

Mem enjoyed league bowling with the girls and was naturally competitive at playing any type of games. Mem was always mending socks and clothes for the family. She created beautiful knitting and embroidering into her 80s. Mem was a very good housekeeper and made the very best Dutch soup and ham buns every Sunday. Our family will miss those times with her.

Jettie was a long-time member of Faith Reformed Church, served and sang in the choir for many years, and volunteered at the Hope o ce. She worked at the Lynden Book Shop and house cleaning for several people.

Jeanette is preceded in death

her husband Terry and graduated with a degree in English literature in 1972. Marcé and Terry were married in 1970, moved to Kent in 1974 then returned to Bellingham in 1977 and later moved to Lynden in 1985.

Marcé grew up in Port Angeles and is the daughter of Bob and Gladys Fox and sister to Jim Fox, all now deceased. She is the mother to two children: Kyle and Katy Hooper (Pauley). Marcé worked at many positions while raising a family including retail positions at e Bon Marché, Macy’s, Lerner’s and Hallmark. She also worked for KLYN Lynden, e Gift Winkle, and Grandi ora and a number of years for St Luke’s Hospital and later St. Joseph Hospital in a variety of positions. Her most enjoyable employment was being a lead-

Interment with family will be Saturday, Aug. 31 at Monumenta Cemetery in Lynden at 12:30 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at New Life Fellowship Church, 810 E. Pole Road, Lynden. Please come and join us as we celebrate Berk’s life.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

He was the proud grandfather to 19 grandchildren: Shannon (Chris) Denny, Sheena Likkel, Melissa Martin, Emily (Caleb) Moore, Samantha (Jeremy) Einfeld, Alexandra (Carson) McCombs, Brad (Payton) Clark, Dylon (Sarah) Likkel, Zakary Likkel, Jace Likkel, Jessica Jardinski, Jake (Cheyanne) Jardinski, Daniel Jardinski, Emma (Enoch) Bergeron, Micah Jardinski, Grace Jardinski, Elijah Jardinski, Lydia Jardinski, and Mary Jardinski; as well as 10 great-grandchildren: Lydian Smale; Greyson, Olivia and Lincoln Moore; Kaytlin, Logan, Claire, and Amy Einfeld; Braylon Likkel; and Dean Likkel.

Weston and Graham, Sade (Daniel) Noteboom, children Haven, Tatum and Trey; stepchildren Chris (Barb) Spoelstra, children Lincoln and Ethan, Kylee Spoelstra, children Blake and Behr; siblings Paul (Verdie) Wagenaar, Joanna Wagenaar, Mark (LuAnn) Wagenaar, John (Lynae) Wagenaar, and Dean (Glenda) Wagenaar. Leonard (Sheila) Spoelstra, Sharon (Gary) Sterk, Dave (Heather) Spoelstra, as well as many nephews and nieces, and close friends.

A service in her honor will be held ursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at Second Christian Reformed Church, in Lynden at 11 a.m. Memorials in her honor may be made to e Whatcom Hospice House; as well as being a strong supporter of Christian education, to Lynden Christian Schools Tuition Assistance Fund, 417 Lyncs Dr. Lynden, WA 98264.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

by husbands Andries Vlas and Ralph VanderHeide; brothers Meije, Auke, Jetse, and Lolke; and sisters Geertje and Hannie. Jeanette is survived by her children Bob Vlas (Roxie), Peter Vlas (Kim), Bridget (Arv Zoerink) and Gordon Vlas (Allyson); grandchildren Angela (Chris Wood), Emily (Sean McCulloch), Lauren Vlas (Cory Briscoe), Simon Vlas, Sally Vlas, Nathan Zoerink (Amber), Leisha (Luke Berendsen), Michael Zoerink (Tori) and Kristen (Trent Postma); Stepchildren Matt Kennedy (Juliet) and Aimee (Lorenzo Jiang); 16 great-grandchildren and many extended family. She will be greatly missed by

ership trainer for the Co eeBreak Ministry with her responsibility being the Western USA region. She also was an avid long distance runner.

Marcé and Terry came to know the Lord in spring 1978. From that time on Marcé became prominently involved in evangelistic ministries at Bellingham Christian Reformed Church and later at Sonlight Community Church. She led many Bible studies and small groups and particularly is remembered for her passion for prayer. Marcé loved music, being a hostess and gathering people together for fun. She described herself on her voicemail as a party planner. Her elegant and fun dinner parties became her trademark.

Marcé and Terry have been members

sisters-in-law Ruth Tiersma and Flora Tiersma. We would like to thank e Bellingham at Orchard Memory Care where Mem resided since August 2023 for all their care and love to Mem. Mem was very happy there for which we are grateful.

Graveside service will be at 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26, 2024, at Monumenta Cemetery, followed by a 4 p.m. memorial service at Victory Christian Fellowship/ Faith Reformed Church, Lynden. Memorials in Jeanette’s name are suggested to Whatcom Hospice. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

of Cornwall Church in Bellingham for the last 16 years and before that many years at Sonlight CRC and Bellingham CRC. She is survived by her husband Terry, son Kyle and spouse Beth, grandsons Patrick, Mac and Murphy in Bloomington, IL, and granddaughter Josey Pauley of Bellingham.

Memorials may be given to New Way Ministries of Lynden and Whatcom Hospice.

Marce’s graveside service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, at Lynden Cemetery followed by an 11 a.m. memorial service at Cornwall Church. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Brewing community in Ferndale: A guide for enjoying Fringe

By Merrick Parnell For the Record

FERNDALE — Craft

breweries have been growing in popularity across Washington. Local breweries are sprouting up in towns and cities alike, and Ferndale is no exception.

If you’re looking for a fun place to enjoy a pint and some food, Fringe Brewing is your spot.

Fringe Brewing has old pints since March 2019 after it opened in a former post o ce, which had previously been a library and then a police station, in the old downtown area along 3rd and Alder streets.

e brewery was founded by Scot White and Je Lazzari, long-time food and beverage industry friends. In the 2010s, they

co-founded Fringe Brewing, which turned White’s passion for homebrewing into a business.

“We are the only brewery located in Ferndale, so we like to think that we are Ferndale’s brewery. [District does not brew in Ferndale, and Downtime Taps is just a taproom],” said White. “We [Fringe] are one of the only breweries in Whatcom County that isn’t in Bellingham,” he continued.

e name Fringe was inspired by Bellingham’s reputation as being on the fringes of society, given its location in the far north of the United States and its proximity to the Bellingham beer scene. Ferndale was chosen due to its growing, tight-knit community and the founders’ desire to

create a new local hub to unite people.

What’s On Tap? roughout the year, Fringe features a variety of craft beer selections. Currently, they o er seasonal favorites like BlackBerry Jam, a blackberry IPA, and Call Me Cuddles, an ancho chili and coconut stout. Other brews on tap for the season include IPAs, a Kölsch, a raspberry sour, and a few other standards.

“We also like to introduce people to lesserknown styles and have a broad portfolio/menu for people to choose from,” said White.

In addition to its own craft brews, Fringe serves ciders from local craft cider Craft breweries have been growing in popularity across Washington. Local breweries are sprouting up in towns and cities alike, and Ferndale is no exception. (Merrick Parnell for the Record)

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Signature events: City-organized events, successful

Megan Juenemann:

Since starting in November last year, I have assisted the city in the planning and execution of the ornton Overpass grand opening, the city’s open house back in March, the Metalworks Skate Park ground-breaking, and the city’s Summer of Fun series.

Record: What projects are you most proud of? What do you think made them so successful?

Juenemann: I’m proud of all of the events the city has been able to provide. All free and safe opportunities for the community to come together is a success in my book.

Record: Ferndale has been putting on a great deal of signature events this summer, including the Jam on the River and the Summer of Fun project.

In your opinion, what is the core purpose of these events and do you feel like

that purpose has been fullled so far this year?

Juenemann: e Summer of Fun was rst launched in 2017 as a way to get people outside and utilizing Ferndale parks. e city does not have a parks department, so the Community Relations Ocer in coordination with the city’s Parks, Recreation, and Trails advisory board, started a summer recreational program.

e Summer of Fun evolves each year, nding new and fun ways to engage with the community. Our signature events are our Food Truck Fridays, Music in the Park, and Flicks in the Park.

ese events are for the community, to provide free, fun, and safe opportunities to people of all ages; there’s something for everyone in Ferndale parks. I believe this year has been a huge success. We’ve had great attendance, fantastic entertain-

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ment, delicious local food vendors and a lot of positive community feedback.

However, data aside, the city, with the generous support of WECU, being able to provide free events to the community is a win in and of itself.”

Record: Are there any ways you hope to improve upon and further engage with that purpose in the coming months with upcoming events?

Juenemann: I think there is always room for improvement and growth. e city’s Parks, Recreation and Trails Advisory Board meet monthly and will review all feedback from this year’s Summer of Fun to plan for next year. In the upcoming months, the Ferndale community can look forward to the Parks board’s Zombie Fun Run, many arts commission events including monthly craft meet ups, a chalk art festival, and a Monster Mash dance. e city is also excited for the grand opening of Metalworks Skatepark, anticipated completion in the early fall.

Record: Heather, you spoke with me a few times about how some of the signature events that have been put on this year such as the Jam on the River Festival or the Octoberfest event that will be happening later this fall are vital to revitalizing public engagement in Ferndale. Do you feel like these events have been successful in doing that so far?

Heather Sherrill: ere are a lot of great organizations in our little city trying to do as much as they can to engage the Ferndale community members and those outside our borders.

While I personally feel some of our events can be redundant, I think any event that brings even a small portion of the community out to engage with one another

is a win. ese days, with a lack of funding and volunteers, it’s no small feat to create and pull o a successful event. I’m proud of the work I have done in my seven months as chamber director and I’m proud of the work the directors of all the other organizations are doing to make Ferndale a great place to live, work, do business and play in.

Record: Are there any ways you hope to improve and further engage the public with upcoming events?

Sherrill: e chamber is planning the rst ever Taste of Ferndale set for March 8, 2025.

e hope is that this will not only reintroduce Ferndale to residents to local restaurants, distilleries, breweries, food trucks and local food artisans on the outskirts of town, but also introduce all Ferndale has to o er to people north of the border in B.C., the rest of Whatcom County and Skagit and King counties. We’ll also reimagine Jam on the River with a wider variety of music, a more speci c vendor o ering and more food and beverage options.

Record: Greg, what are some major Ferndale public events that you have helped spearhead this summer?

Greg Hansen: As mayor, I make an e ort to attend and/or volunteer for as many Ferndale events as possible. at said, I have not spearheaded any of the events. I tabled for the Ferndale Schools’ Foundation’s Rock the Nest event in May. I helped with the chamber of commerce’s Jam on the River by pouring beer in the beer garden. I also poured beer for the Ferndale arts commission’s Fernd’Ale Block Party. I participated in the Old Settlers Parade and spent most of the weekend in Pioneer Park and helped in the beer garden on both

Friday and Saturday night (I see a theme ...). I’ve attended and helped with most all of the City of Ferndale Summer of Fun events, and I regularly help the Ferndale Heritage Society with their Old Fashioned Christmas. With my hospitality background, helping with these public events comes naturally for me and it is a great way for me to engage the public in a very informal and casual way.

Record: Are there any projects in particular that focused on public engagement that you feel most proud of? What do you think made them so successful?

Hansen: e Ferndale Block Party is probably the newest event, as 2024 was the third year. e block party is an e ort to replace the street festival that ended in 2019.

e Ferndale Downtown Association is holding its rst Oktoberfest event on Sept. 28, a 21-and-older event with music, dancing and of course beer.

I know they are planning to make this an annual fall event. e Ferndale Chamber of Commerce is planning the Buckles, Brews & Que event: line dancing, BBQ, and beer. ere are some new events in the works, but it is too early to talk about them.

Finally, one I am excited about is the Ferndale High School marching band is planning the inaugural North Sound Tournament of Bands, a high school marching band competition on Saturday Oct. 19.

As the son of the former FHS band director, the father of two former FHS band students, and a former FHS band student myself (class of ’85) and a huge fan of marching bands and drum corps, I will enthusiastically volunteer for this event as well.

is event is being organized by the Ferndale Band Boosters organization.

Record: What is the core purpose for these projects?

Hansen: From my perspective, the core purpose of these events is community building.

Many of these events reach di erent groups of individuals in our community and with each event neighbors and inviting neighbors and individuals are connecting with others in the community. Old friendships are rekindled, and new friendships are made.

I rmly believe these events are how Ferndale is able to keep the small town feel that so many new Ferndale residents talk about. I think for some other events, the purpose is fundraising. For example, Ferndale Community Services has held a couple events such as the Beach Party Bingo in April, that was a fundraising event (I cooked hamburgers for the event) and raised over $11,000 for their organization.

Record: Have these events been successful in ful lling that purpose?

Hansen: Yes. I believe each of these events fullled their goal. Record: Are there any ways you hope to improve and further engage the public with upcoming events?

Hansen: Nothing that I can immediately think of. I sincerely hope that all of the annual events (new and old) continue to grow and be successful because when communities gather together for events like this, they thrive, strengthen connections with neighbors and friends, and build strong communities. All good stu .

-- Contact Luke Seymour at luke@lyndentribune.com.

Community Calendar

Sept. 7

Lynden Whiskey Event

The Lynden Whiskey Event is from 4-10 p.m. Sept. 7 in downtown Lynden. Participating businesses will be open to host local whiskey distilleries, and with every Whiskey Walk ticket purchase, you’ll receive five tasting tokens that will allow you to choose from a wide selection of whiskeys at the participating distilleries. The Beer Garden at Overflow Taps purchased separately at Overflow Taps and is not a liated with The Lynden Music Festival. Tokens valued at $5 each. Token prices may vary and may lower the cost per token. Additional tokens can be purchased at event check in booth for $5 each. Visit lyndenwhiskeyevent.com for more information.

Saturdays Grief Share Support Group

Grief Share is a support group that meets weekly where you will find a warm, caring environment of people who walk with you on your journey through grief after losing a loved one to death. This group will help you find healing and hope for your future. Meetings are for 13 consecutive Saturdays from Aug. 31 through Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. until noon in the corner classroom at North County Christ the King Church, 1816 18th St., Lynden. Email sandra.smith@ncctk.com for more information.

Second Tuesday of each month

Whatcom DBSA support group (Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance) meets the second Tuesday of each monthfrom 7-9 p.m.at the Chestnut Professional Building, 800 E. ChestnutSt. Ste 1C (first floor), Bellingham. Meet in person or on Zoom. Email whatcomdbsa@gmail.com for Zoom specifics.

Sept. 1-30

September Eat Local Month Join Sustainable Connections for a month-long celebration of local food and those who grow, raise, fish, make and cook it to share with us. All month long, Sustainable Connections will highlight opportunities to meet your chef, farmer, fisher and grocer and experience the unique flavors of our region. Visit sustainableconnections. org for more.

Sept. 4

Birchwood Garden Club’s September meeting

Birchwood Garden Club’s September meeting will be from 7-9 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Whatcom Museum Rotunda Room, 121 Prospect St., Bellingham. The speaker will be Angela Kenworthy from Pure Peonies, in Everson, where they grow over 135 varieties of peonies and they have a robust plant and bouquet business. Birchwood Garden Club membership is open to anyone in Whatcom or Skagit counties. Anyone may attend the monthly meetings where we will have membership brochures to join. Visitbirchwoodgardenclub.orgfor more information.

Sept 7

Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally 24th annual Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally, Sept. 7 from noon-3 p.m. at the Northwest Washington Fair Grounds, 1775 Front St., Lynden. Washington State’s Largest Vintage Trailer Rally, and second longest running rally in history. Public is welcome to attend and view open trailers. No cover charge. Park in designated areas.

Sept. 13-20 Raise the Roof Auction

Get ready to have a great time at Habitat for Humanity in Whatcom County’s 22nd annual Raise the Roof Auction. The in-person party starts at 6 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 20 at Barnstar Events, 5295 S Church Road, Ferndale, and will feature live music, games, great food and more. Even if you can’t join the party, you can still saddle up and support Habitat’s online auction which opens on Friday, Sept. 13. Register in advance and preview the auction items at auctria.events/GiddyUp.

Sept. 14-15

PSATMA September

2024 Pull

This year’s PSATMA September Pull will be held Saturday, Sept 14 and Sunday, Sept. 15 in the west field of Berthusen Park, 8837 Berthusen Road at Badger Road. Sept. 14 schedule: lawnmowers at 9:30 a.m., tractors at 1 p.m., trucks at 3 p.m. Sept. 15 schedule: tractors at 1 p.m., trucks at 3 p.m. Gas & Diesel Street Truck Challenge both days. Bring your trucks and get your friends to come pull with you. Also looking for some semis to come out and pull. Test the sled to stop you. Food vendors on site. More information, call Diane at 360-319-2404 or Je at 360-815-5979.

Sept. 14-22

Whatcom Water Week

Help the Whatcom Watersheds Information Network (WWIN) celebrate Whatcom Water Week from Saturday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, Sept. 22. A series of fun, free, familyfriendly events throughout Whatcom County o er residents a chance to celebrate the importance of water. Events include family activities, tours and explorations, contests and prizes, and special community events. Visit WhatcomWaterWeeks.org for a list of events.

Sept. 14

Free electronics recycling Recycle unwanted televisions, computers and monitors, working or not, for

free, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Sept. 14 at the Lynden City Hall parking lot, 300 4th St. All individuals and small businesses are eligible to drop o up to 10 items. E-Cycle Washington accepts all types of TVs, computers, laptops, tablets and monitors for recycling at no charge. More information at ecyclewa. org.

Sept. 14

Whatcom County Farm Tour

The free Whatcom County Farm Tour will be held on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Each location will o er a unique opportunity to meet the folks who grow and raise your food and learn more about how that food makes it from the farm to your plate. All ages are welcome. Visit sustainableconnections.org for more information.

Sept. 22

Sowing Hope Cultivating Peace International Day of Peace, Sept. 22, will be a community-focused day of celebration that will o er space to support the work of the PJC in uplifting local organizers as well as connecting to global movements against violence and oppression. For more information, email aneesaxahad@gmail.com.

Sept 22 Myths, Legends & History

Join acclaimed author R.L. GeerRobbins as she takes us on a journey through the creation of her book series, The Raven Society. Delve into the world of myths, legends and history in this hour-long presentation. She will emphasize the importance of understanding mythology for what it truly represents: a glimpse into the past and the evolution of our world. A perfect way to get into the Halloween spirit. Join her at Village Books in Fairhaven at 5 p.m. Sept. 22. Registration is required, visitvillagebooks.com for more information. Cost is $5 per person.

Breweries: Fringe in operation since 2019

Brewing community

Continued from A6 producers in Whatcom and Skagit counties and the region. It even o ers boxed wine by the glass.

A rotating schedule of food trucks provides patrons with food to complete their evening. Some of the food truck o erings they have featured include pizza from the Tam Tam Pizza Truck, wings, and unique o erings from local trucks such as WTF and the Mobile Mouth Hole. Local customer Charlie Dunlap enjoys visiting Fringe and taking in the outdoor space. Dunlap said Fringe “is nice with the outdoor space and food trucks.”

As part of their community role, Fringe partners with the City of Ferndale Arts Commission to host an annual block party.

Dunlap said he also appreciates the brewery’s interior and the cozy space for gathering with friends.

e most recent one, held in early August, featured live entertainment, food trucks, craft beer and cider. “We are passionate about our beer and our community. We have a block party every year with the Ferndale Arts Com-

mission, and it is always a lot of fun,” said White. Ali Hawkinson, a Ferndale City Council member who helps organize the block party, is grateful for Fringe’s partnership. “ Fringe takes care of security and sta ng, purchases barriers, handles any LCB permitting, pays for additional garbage, and more.

Lazzari, one of the owners, has also provided the Arts Com-

mission with design and printing support whenever needed, even outside of the block party.

“Fringe has been an excellent partner and a safe and comfortable place for all to gather,” said Hawkinson.

Learn more about Fringe Brewing at fringebrewing.com.

Clayton: ‘He was our everything,’ Cheyenne Hoy said of her husband, whose body was found in Alaska

action movies.” Clayton and his mother, Brenda Phillips, had “a beautiful relationship,” Cheyenne said. “He got his sensitive side from her and his huge caring heart.” Sunday, Aug. 25 was Clayton’s memorial service at Bellingham Harbor. At the harbor is a statue of shermen lost at sea.

“We’ll put his name on the statue,” Cheyenne said last week.

In Clayton’s eulogy, Chey-

enne quoted Phillips: “At an early age, it was clear Clayton was intelligent. He had an insatiable thirst for learning about literally everything. He read so often, sometimes his parents would actually ask him to put down his book.

“He loved going to the zoo, science center and aquarium. His big brain could take in all the facts about the cosmos, the earth and its creatures. He could retain all that information and recite it back like a living encyclopedia.”

Cheyenne said that seeing

Brenda and Clayton’s relationship “showed me how wonderful a man he truly was.”

“He loved his mom so much and was the best son you could ask for,” Cheyenne said. “She raised a strong and loving man that I was privileged to love. His mother and father raised an amazing man and watching their relationship with him showed why he was such wonderful man and father.

He was a re ection of the parents who raised him. I know he wanted to share his special memories with our children and

be the best father he could be because of them.”

A talented artist, Cheyenne said “sometime in the future” she’ll get back into her painting.

“I’ve always done that when things got tough,” she said. “When things calm down I know I’ll get back into it.”

For now, it’s a “huge void so unexpected” that Cheyenne deals with.

“So many plans,” she said. “To try to change it feels impossible right now.”

Cheyenne had been eager to take a family trip to Egegik. She

now plans to do this trip with Cillian, Fiona and Clayton’s mother in June each year moving forward. Of course she’d rather Clayton be there with them.

“He was the best storyteller,” Cheyenne said. “He’d walk into a room and you’d immediately notice him.”

Donations can be made to the Hoy family at the GoFundMe page titled: Help support the Hoy family through their sudden crisis.

-- Contact Bill Helm at bill@lyndentribune.com.

OBITUARIES

Joe R. Zylstra

Joe R. Zylstra, age 82, passed away Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024, in his Ferndale home. Joe was born Aug. 13, 1942, in Bellingham, to parents Jelt and Dorothy (May) Zylstra. Joe was the oldest of his siblings Jerry, Janis, Jim, Joan and Jill. He attended Ebenezer Christian School and Lynden Christian School.

Joe married Barbara Koetje on June 9, 1967.

Joe owned Zylstra Baker Surveying, Inc. in Colorado specializing in highways, roads, dams, bridges, and airports. He was honored with the Colorado Surveyor of the Year Award.

Joe enjoyed woodworking, painting landscapes, shing, cooking and traveling. He volunteered at the food bank, church, and Ebenezer Christian School.

Joe is survived by his wife of 57 years, Barbara; siblings Jerry (Meredith), Janis, Jim, Joan and Jill (Randy Davis); and in-laws

Marjorie and Bill Bezona

High school sweethearts

Marjorie Westerlund Bezona and Bill Bezona’s lives will be celebrated Sept. 27 in their hometown of Ferndale.

Bill and Marge married young and immediately set

Cheryl (Dale Hendricks) and Galen (Tami) Koetje and numerous nieces and nephews.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law Karen Zylstra, and brother-inlaw Will Maas.

e graveside service was held Friday, Aug. 23, 2024 at Monumenta Cemetery, followed by the memorial service at Hope in Christ Church. Memorials are suggested to Ebenezer Christian Schools’ endowment fund. God is Good.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

about building a family with six children: Deboarh Bezona (Mukilteo), Pamela Bezona (Bothell), Jon Bezona (Mountain Home, AS), Rebecca Hoekema (Birch Bay), Mary Jane (Kodiak, AK) and David Bezona (Oro Valley, AZ).

Howard William VandeKieft

Howard William VandeKieft went to be with his heavenly father on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2024, at the age of 83. His memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. ursday, Sep. 5, 2024 at Redeemer Church, 211 North Shore Drive, Bellingham. All are welcome. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Gillies Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

After raising the big kids in Ferndale, Bill and Marge moved to Fairbanks, Alaska where Bill worked on the pipeline and Marge started a new career as a orist. Bill promised Marge that if they moved to Alaska they could retire in Hawaii which they did in 1994.

Marge and Bill will be interned with other family members that went before.

e Bezona family continued to grow with nine grandchildren and 18 great-grandkids. A private ceremony will be held at Green Acres where

Bill passed in March 2017 and Marge November 2023. Family and friends are invited to join in a celebration of life at the Christian Alliance Church formally known as Bakerview Baptist Church, 6100 Church Road, on Friday, Sept. 25 from 2-4 p.m.

America’s Workforce

Lynden football kicks off 2024

Joe Kramer SportsEditor

LYNDEN — e 2024

Lynden football team reported for their rst week of practice on Aug. 21, under sunny skies after surviving what head coach Blake Van Dalen humorously referred to as "the hurricane of August."With the weather back to normal, the team was able to focus on the task of preparing for the upcoming season.

Coach Van Dalen expressed a mix of excitement and relief as the team began its rst week of practice.

" ere were some pleasant surprises," he said. "A lot is similar to June, when we do quite a bit to get our ducks in a row, so when fall camp starts, we usually know who our starters are." However, some injuries in June had left a few question marks, which the rst few days of practice seemed to answer. "I've been really

pleased with the overall attitude and e ort," Van Dalen said. "Each year is its own journey, and I'm excited to see what this year's journey will be like.”

Van Dalen expressed his excitement regarding the mental approach of his team and what he’s noticed.

“I've been really pleased with just the overall attitude and e ort,” he said. “Each year is its own journey but there's a few things that carry over from year to year and I'm excited to see what this year's journey will be like and how we can do.” is o -season felt particularly long for the team, a sentiment shared by many of the players and coaching sta . e previous two seasons in 2021 and 2022 ended in state championships, which gave the team a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. However, the 2023 season, though successful, ended in the

second round of the state playo s, leaving the team with a "bad taste" and an eagerness to get back on the eld.

"Even though the oseason was only two weeks longer than usual, it felt a lot longer," Van Dalen said. "We've got kids in our program who have high expectations, and they've been anxious to get another shot at it."

Van Dalen explained the focus of the rst week of practice was to build on the foundation laid in summer camp.

"In June, our goal is usually to teach them how to practice and try to get some decisions made," Van Dalen said. "Now, in August, the goal of the rst week is to take the next step." e team worked on getting its base o ense in place, with tweaks made to match the personnel, a

LC football embraces youthful wave

LYNDEN — Lynden

Christian’s 2024 football campaign is underway following its rst week of practice that began on Aug. 21. After a 2023 season that saw them reach the second round of the state playo s, head coach Greg Terpstra and his team have high expectations. With many players having graduated last year, Terpstra explained that this upcoming season has its own challenges.

“We are really young,” he said. “We do have a handle because it's our third year on what I would call the new o ense and the new defense from when our sta started. So our aim is to get better at what we've learned and break everything down technically; just be sound and get good at what we already know. I'd say the kids are doing that, but we have a long way to go.”

Despite the squad's youthfulness, Terpstra remains optimistic and expressed their goal of improving on last season's success and continuing to build on a solid foundation.

In Terpstra's sta 's rst year on the job, the Lyncs nished the season 8-2 but failed to reach the state playo s. In 2023, they nished the regular season at 8-3 and undefeated in league play; however, they fell to Nooksack Valley in the second round of the state playo s, 47-14.

“We're blessed with kids who expect a lot out of themselves and out of the program,” Terpstra said. “I think they always in the back of their minds if they work hard enough, the sky is the limit. Last year, although we wanted to go further, that expectation, I think, was helpful.”

One of the main focuses for Lynden Christian this season is re ning their o ense and defense further.

With young players vying for starting spots, the rst week of practice has been all

about competition and the team has yet to determine a starting quarterback.

“We have a lot of kids competing for brand new spots,”

Terpstra said. “Some kids win those spots and some kids will be good enough to be in two di erent spots. Some will have

to maybe give up what their favorite would be so we can get our best 11 on the eld. ere will probably be several surprises.”

Terpstra explained a small group of seniors balances the

By Bill Helm Editor

WHATCOM — Although he was born and raised in Saskatchewan, baseball is Sheldon Smith’s game.

Smith says he came from a baseball family. His mother, 89 years young, still watches every Toronto Blue Jays game from her home north of the border.

It’s been years since Smith lived in Canada. For about three decades, Smith lived in Lynden. Several of those years, he coached baseball and softball in Lynden, kids ages 9-14 mostly. ese days, Smith lives in Glenhaven, on the south end of the county. But he’s still connected to baseball. In fact, maybe more than ever. A left-handed pitcher — southpaw in the vernacular — Smith is the oldest player in the Northwest Washington Baseball League. Smith, who will turn 63 in De-

Colt 45s pitcher Sheldon Smith, 63, is the oldest player in the Northwest Washington Baseball League. Average age in the league is 30. Players as young as 18 can be on a team.

(Photo courtesy Sheldon Smith)

cember, has been in the league since 2000. With four pitches — fastball, changeup, curve and a slurve (which sabermetricallyinclined broadcasters mysteriously started calling a sweeper in 2023) — Smith says he can hit 70 MPH on a good night.

“Usually not hard enough to get picked up on a radar,” the Colt 45s pitcher said Monday. Ian Linterman shares the league’s commissionership with Jon Pillon. Formerly a pitcher, out elder and rst baseman in the NWBL, Linterman said pitching speeds across the league range from the upper 60s to the upper 80s. He also approximated the average age in the league at 30.

NWBL: How it began e league, NWBL for short, has been in action since the mid1990s. According to Linterman,

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Lynden senior quarterback Brant Heppner is a five-time state champion between basketball and football. (Joe Kramer/Lynden Tribune)

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Lynden Christian football began practice on Aug. 21 at Lynden Christian High School. Below, LC head coach Greg Terpstra. (Dennis Cairns for the Tribune)

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Ferndale’s deWilde Fields are a PNW rugby sanctuary

By Merrick Parnell For the Tribune

FERNDALE — Many may not know Ferndale is home to a thriving rugby community in the Paci c Northwest.

Since the mid-1970s, the deWilde Rugby and Polo Fields have hosted players from teams throughout the Paci c Northwest and Western Canada as they battle it out for rugby glory. One of the most notable events at the eld is the Can-Am 7s tournament.

e deWilde Rugby and Polo Fields are unique rugby-speci c natural turf elds, fully managed and maintained by a volunteer workforce aged 8 to 80. Another unique aspect of the elds is the breathtaking surroundings.

“ e scenery, Mt. Baker in the background, we recently re-laid our elds, and now they are the best rugby pitches in the Pacific Northwest,” said Dion Webb, a long-time player with Chuckanut Rugby Club, a local organization.

“It’s special to have the privilege to play on such professionally taken care of elds.”

After hearing about rugby in high school, Webb has played at deWilde since 2013. He reached out to the team and attended a practice, and he has been hooked ever since.

DeWilde Field currently features two full-size rugby pitches, an old barn used as a clubhouse, locker room, and eld maintenance storage. However, the venue is undergoing a four-phase improvement project.

Phase One of the deWilde Polo and Rugby Field expansion plan focused on transferring ownership and evaluating the property for potential expansion and development opportunities. e deWilde family’s gift of the property provided the foundation and security

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to move forward with eld improvements and other upgrades to the facilities.

Phase Two of the deWilde development project aimed to enhance the property by eld grading, installing irrigation systems, hydroseeding, adding signage, and making other structural improvements.

With construction slated for the end of the year, Phase ree centers on major property enhancements to prepare the elds for future projects and ongoing development. Although these improvements are often subtle, they signi cantly enhance the experience for visitors and players.

Future improvements in the fourth and later phases include a grandstand project and other infrastructure development.

“ e eld is very much a labor of love, passion with a tad bit of obsession and insanity mixed in,” said Joel Wessier, a former Chuckanut Rugby player and current coach. “We are grassroots rugby.”

Wessier was also inducted in 2023 into the Chuckanut Rugby Hall of Fame.

Funding for the phases has come through donations and additional funding.

Wessier has called deWilde Rugby and Polo Fields his rugby home for 25 years since attending his rst rugby training. For him, the eld represents a sense of community.

“I have played many matches on the grounds. I have given some lumps, taken some lumps, and made countless lifelong friends,” said Wessier.

e Chuckanut Rugby program has grown from a single high school boys’ team and an adult men’s team to several kindergarten through high school programs and adult wom-

en’s teams. e sport of rugby has experienced a boom in growth in the county and the region.

“Rugby in Whatcom County, as well as most of the USA, is growing. Almost everyone nowadays knows what rugby is or at least knows it’s not the sport with the stick,” said Wessier.

e eld has also drawn national attention, with the USA U20 Men and PNW Select U18 Boys training at the facility before international matches.

Jack Welding is a player who has risen through the ranks of Chuckanut Rugby since age 6 and eventually landed a spot on the National Rugby 7s team, where he trains and practices full-time in San Diego, California. For Welding, deWilde Field was where he learned to love the game and developed skills that helped him reach his dreams. For Welding, deWilde will always hold special memories.

“ e Polo Fields [deWilde] have always had great memories for me, from practicing and playing the actual game to having a feed after games or special occasions on those grounds,” Wendling said. “I love that it is a rugby eld only and that club members put in so much e ort to make it prestigious.” Like Wendling, deWilde Field holds a special place in the hearts and minds of Whatcom’s rugby community. As the sport grows in the county and region, more players can create additional memories and bonds around the game at the hallowed deWilde Field, a sanctuary cherished by those who battle it out on the rugby pitch.

More information on Chuckanut Rugby can be found at chuckanutrugby. com. For more details on the deWilde Field project, check out dewilderugbyelds.com. e deWilde Rugby and Polo Fields are at 7090 Dahlberg Road, Ferndale.

Riley Sweeney says community is ‘being a part of the place where you live’

A resident of the greater Lynden area, Riley Sweeney is president of Irene Reither Elementary’s PTA “where we work hard to produce quality enrichment activities and community building experiences for Meridian students and families.”

Formerly the communications arm of the City of Ferndale, Sweeney is also a volunteer citizen reporter for KMRE 88.3 FM where he produces a radio show that covers state legislature. He also regularly writes plays for the Unsubdued Theatre Collective.

Recently, Sweeney responded to a few questions for this Q&A format story.

Lynden Tribune: How did you begin with the organizations/programs that you are currently at?

Riley Sweeney: My son is a student at Irene Reither and helping with the PTA is how I can make our schools an even better place to learn and grow.

Tribune: Why did you get started with volunteering?

Sweeney: Everyone should volunteer with their schools. The PTA is

hard work of our volunteers. It is a joy to help do cool things for our kids.

Tribune: What do you enjoy most about volunteering?

Sweeney: Seeing the joy on the faces of our Irene Reither kids makes it all worth it.

Tribune: Describe a moment while volunteering that has stuck with you.

Sweeney: Passing out co ee and donuts on the first day of school to parents dropping o the kids. It was a great experience getting to connect with first-time Irene Reither parents and to see the excitement on the kids’ faces as they greet old and new friends.

Tribune: What does your community mean to you?

Sweeney: Community is being a part of the place where you live. You get what you put into it and I'm proud to volunteer in my community.

Tribune: Anything else you want to add?

Sweeney: Your local PTA, in every school, can use your help. If you've got a few hours to help, reach out and see what you can do to help make the magic happen for kids in your community.

If you know of a volunteer you’d like to see the Lynden Tribune and Ferndale Record feature in our monthly Whatcom Wonders special section, please email bill@lyndentribune.com or call 360-354-4444. Thank you.

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Since the mid-1970s, the deWilde Rugby and Polo Fields have hosted players from teams throughout the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada as they battle it out for rugby glory. (Photos courtesy Chuckanut Rugby Club)

Since the mid-1970s, the deWilde Rugby and Polo Fields have hosted players from teams throughout the Pacific Northwest and Western Canada as they battle it out for rugby glory. (Photos courtesy Chuckanut Rugby Club)

Lynden football: Eying more success

process that will continue to evolve as the season progresses. Defensively, the challenge was a bit di erent, as the team had nine new starters on that side of the ball. However, Van Dalen was pleased with the progress made and noted, "those kids came out and had taken the next step."

Van Dalen highlighted the importance of team

chemistry, particularly with so many new players on the defensive side. "Our most successful teams have had great team chemistry," he said. " e kids themselves are captains, and our senior leaders play a big role in getting the team on board."

is camaraderie was evident during a rainy Saturday morning practice, where the players were seen smiling and laugh-

ing despite the weather conditions.

"Sometimes a rainy, wet, miserable practice can actually be a really good thing for a team," Van Dalen said.

e team has already named its captains for the season, a process that began in the o -season with a lieutenant program.

e captains are senior quarterback Brant Heppner, senior tight end and defensive end Isaiah Oud-

man, junior wide receiver and defensive back Dani Bowler, and senior defensive lineman Parker Williams. Van Dalen said of each these players brings unique leadership qualities to the team, from Hepner's work ethic and championship pedigree across multiple sports, to Adman's impact on both sides of the ball; Bowler's camaraderie with teammates, and Williams'

strong faith and commitment to being a role model.

As the team moves forward, Van Dalen emphasized the importance of getting better each day.

"We talk about getting better each day, and our process is to focus on this team in front of us, and the rest will take care of itself," he said.

e team has set its sights on making the playo s and winning the con-

ference, which includes some of the top-ranked teams in the state.

"If you can win this conference, you put yourself in a really good position to have the one seed and host playo games all the way through the semis," Van Dalen said.

Lynden’s rst scrimmage will be at Ferndale High School on Aug. 30 at 6 p.m. against Ferndale, Mount Baker and Lynden Christian.

LC football: Looks to build on playoff success

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team's youth.

"Our senior class isn’t big, and they’re not vocal, but they lead by example," Terpstra said. " ey’re not the type to pull you by the face mask and yell, but we just voted captains and every one of the seniors got votes. So we brought it down to four and we'll rotate some guys in, but their leadership, I think, shows up in the way that they've worked out a lot."

e team selected

Jayden Huleatt, Trey Bosman, Nick Owen, and Hollis Owen as the four captains.

In terms of gameplay, Terpstra emphasized the importance of the run game, particularly in the early practices.

"We're getting technically sound with the o ensive line," he said. e focus is re ning the basics and mastering key plays that can be e ective against any opponent in any weather. While last season provided valuable

experience, Terpstra and his coaching sta are not resting on their laurels.

"I think we always kind of tear apart what we’ve been doing, question it, and put back together our best foot forward," he said. is year, the focus is on doing less but doing it better. Practices are more “surgical”, with a clear focus on speci c goals.

e team's immediate goal is to make every practice a battle, with players ghting for their spots on the roster.

"We want practice to be a battle and kids ghting for their spots every practice," Terpstra stated. “As far as long-term goals go, we expect to contend in the playo s and upset some people."

He expressed concern about the team's depth, with a smaller roster than in previous years. "Our depth is a challenge. We’re going to have sophomores starting on varsity," Terpstra said.

He also praised the school's support and

noted the elds have never looked better, thanks to the custodial sta 's work.

As the team prepares for their upcoming scrimmage, the focus remains on Vancouver College, their opponent for week one.

"Our focus is to see if we can solidify positions," Terpstra said. e scrimmage will allow the team to trade helmet paint with quality schools and see how the team reacts under pressure. While many positions

remain uncertain, the starting quarterback role is also no exception.

" ere isn’t a nal decision made anywhere," Terpstra said. He revealed the quarterback controversy has come down to two well-composed athletes. e o ensive line and other key positions are still in ux, with several players ghting for a place on the starting roster. Lynden Christian’s rst scrimmage will be held at Ferndale High School at 6 p.m. on Aug. 30.

Adult baseball: Average age, 30 years old

the NWBL was o cially formed in 1995 through a newspaper article advertising the forming of a league. at rst year the league was six teams strong, with two from lower British Columbia, one from Stanwood and three from Bellingham.

Both Smith and Linterman said you cannot fully understand this league or its history without acknowledging John Rozeboom and his contributions.

Rozeboom is a longtime Lynden resident/teacher/ coach who played in the NWBL into his 70s.

“When John Rozeboom became commissioner in the mid-2000s, the league history began to form,” Linterman said. “ ree teams have been in the league since before 2000. Several teams started later, teams combined, and teams formed then left the league. All throughout, we have been able to maintain at least ve teams in the league over the past 27 years, with a high of seven.”

‘Lifelong, healthy addiction’

Until this year, Linterman has played in the league since 2001. at’s 22 seasons.

From 2009-2023, he managed the Dodgers.

“I could hold my own out there, but my best years are behind me,” says Linterman, now 53. “As we know, age takes its toll on the body.”

Although Linterman no longer plays in the league, he recognized that baseball is “a singular joy for those of us who love playing the game.”

“Whether squaring up a ball to the gap, fooling a hitter with a changeup

or attempting to steal a base knowing the throw is arriving any second, the game is a lifelong, healthy addiction that players in the league all share.” Jason Cossman, manager of the Rainiers, has played in the league since 2008. Cossman started as a center elder and says he’s played every position at least once since then “but left eld and 2B are where I’ve played most this season.”

A year ago, the Rainiers were two teams, the Reds and the Mariners. Cossman explained that the Reds were founded in 2008 “and as time’s gone by most of the core players we started with have moved on or aged out.”

“We were kind of at a breaking point last year where we weren’t sure if we’d have a team or not,” he said. “ e Mariners were founded in 2022 and had a great two-year run but as I understand it a lot of the guys on that team had some major life changes this year (such as work, kids) and they weren’t sure if they’d have a team or not either. So the Mariners manager Mason Weathers reached out to me to propose a merger and I was fully on board.”

‘Stu of legend’ According to Cossman, the Reds/Mariners merger into the Rainiers has helped both former teams by adding talent and depth to the roster.

“Pitchers and catchers are the toughest positions to ll,” Cossman said.

One of his players, Joe Timmons, is probably better known as Legislative District 42 State Representative No. 2. Timmons mostly plays middle in eld for the Rainiers. Cossman said

Timmons has “been a eld general in the middle in eld, keeping people’s heads in the game and making sure everyone knows where to go in terms of situational awareness.”

“O ensively, he gets on base more than anybody,” Cossman said. “And his motivational speeches are stu of legend.”

Timmons, who grew up in Edmonds, has been in the league since he moved to Whatcom County in 2015. He admits that although he tries to stay as active as he can that “there’s nothing like playing a team sport.”

“It’s competitive and it’s cordial,” Timmons said of the league. “To be able to play a team sport is something I’m really

appreciative of. I’ve made some great friends in this league. It’s really something special. e older we get, the more important it is to have these social bonds.”

ere’s no cap to how old you can be to play in the NWBL, but the minimum age is 18. According to Linterman, typically all players in the league have high school varsity experience, and many players spent time on various levels of college ball.

Cossman’s experience is that some teams take the league “pretty seriously and some teams that are pretty lax.”

“Some teams are out there practicing in January and rolling into opening day in mid-season form,”

Cossman said. “Other teams use the rst few games as a spring training of sorts and try to save the arms for the playo s … I’d say it’s just the right amount of competitive. It’s way more competitive than softball. You’ve got guys in their 20s who played college ball who can throw pretty hard. You’ve also got guys in their 50s who are lobbing it in there. At the end of the day, it’s just a fun adult rec league lled with a bunch of dudes that love the good ol’ game of baseball.”

Camaraderie

After all these years, Sheldon Smith still loves baseball, still loves to play the game. But it’s the fellowship he

likes most about being involved in the NWBL. “ e competition is still solid,” he said. “Also a great group of umpires. Without umpires, you don’t have a league. is is a real solid league, and the camaraderie is very much a part of it.” is year, the Northwest Washington Baseball League was a six-team league: Bandits, Dodgers, Colt 45s, BayBears, Rainiers and Brewers. Regular season started in mid-May and ended on Aug. 27. Double-elimination playo s that involve all teams begin this year on Aug. 29. Learn more about the Northwest Washington Baseball League at nwwbl. com/home.

PUBLIC NOTICES

SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission Telephone: 1-877-894-HOME(1-877-8944663) . Web site: http://www.dfi. wa.gov/consumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_ foreclosure.htm The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Telephone: 1-800569-4287 Web site: http://www. hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/index.cfm?webListAction=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys Telephone: 1-800606-4819 Web site: http://nwjustice.org/what-clear I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on 9/27/2024, at 10:00 AM at the main entrance to the Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable, in the form of cash, or cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chartered banks, at the time of sale the following described real property, situated in the County of Whatcom, State of Washington, to-wit: THE WEST 8 RODS OF THE EAST 24 RODS OF THE NORTH 10 RODS OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, TO-WIT; THE SOUTH 30 ACRES OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER; EXCEPT CEDAR DRIVE, IN SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 3 EAST OF W.M. Commonly known as: 105 EAST CEDAR DRIVE LYNDEN WASHINGTON 98264 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 11/1/2007, recorded 11/7/2007, under Auditor’s File No. 2071100818, in Book , Page records of Whatcom County, Washington, from GLEN BAKER AND KAREN M BAKER, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Grant-

or(s), to CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR PEOPLES BANKCORDATA, A CORPORATION, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to U.S. Bank Trust National Association, as Trustee of Igloo Series III Trust. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: PAYMENT INFORMATION: FROM - THRU - NO.PMTAMOUNT - TOTAL 4/1/202312/31/2023 - 9 - $2,135.90$19,223.10; 1/1/2024 - 5$2,248.71 - $11,243.55; BENEFICIARY’S ADVANCES, COSTS AND EXPENSES: DESCRIPTION - ADVANCE AMOUNT: 4/10/2024 Foreclosure Fees $2,804.60

4/10/2024 Late Charges $483.06

4/10/2024 Prior Servicer Late Charge $402.55 4/10/2024 Prior Servicer Corp Adv $20.00 5/17/2024 Miscellaneous $3,439.60 ESTIMATED FORECLOSURE FEES & COSTS:

03/27/2024 Trustee’s Fees

$577.50 03/28/2024 NOD Posting Fee $125.00 03/28/2024 Record Substitution of Trustee $18.00

03/28/2024 T.S.G. Fee $1,036.00

04/10/2024 Mailing Service Fee

$146.56 TOTAL DUE AS OF: 5/17/2024 $39,519.52 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $254,907.73, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from 3/1/2023, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured and as are provided by statute. V. The above described real property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. The sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 9/27/2024. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by 9/16/2024, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before 9/16/2024 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the 9/16/2024 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower, or Grantor or any Guarantors or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the entire principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust and curing all other defaults. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower(s) and Grantor(s) at the following address(es): NAME AD-

DRESS GLEN BAKER 105 EAST CEDAR DRIVE LYNDEN WASHINGTON 98264 KAREN M BAKER

105 EAST CEDAR DRIVE LYNDEN WASHINGTON 98264 by both first class and certified mail on 4/10/2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 4/10/2024 the Borrower and Grantor were personally served, if applicable, with said written Notice of Default or the written Notice of Default was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS – The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If you are a servicemember or a dependent of a servicemember, you may be entitled to certain protections under the federal Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and any comparable state laws regarding the risk of foreclosure. If you believe you may be entitled to these protections, please contact our office immediately. Additional disclaimers provided by the Trustee: If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the noteholders rights against the real property only. Service of Process should be sent to: Michelle Ghidotti, Esq., c/o Gary Krohn, Reg. Agent, 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236, Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 and faxed to (949) 427-2732. If there are any questions regarding this Notice, please contact (206) 331-3280. SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.nationwideposting.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: (916) 939-0772 THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED: 05/17/2024 Michelle Ghidotti, Esq. 144 Railroad Avenue, Suite 236 Edmonds, WA 98020-4100 Phone: (206) 331-3280 Fax: (949) 427-2732 Michelle R. Ghidotti, Esq., as Trustee A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual

who signed the document, to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy, or validity of that document. State of California ) )ss County of Orange ) On 05/21/2024 before me, Brittany Chappelle Armstrong, Notary Public personally appeared Michelle Ghidotti-Gonsalves, Esq who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/ she/they executed the same in his/ her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Signature Brittany Chappelle Armstrong (Seal) BRITTANY CHAPPELLE ARMSTRONG Notary Public - California Riverside County Commission # 2470329 My Comm. Expires Dec 6, 2027 NPP0460884 To: FERNDALE RECORD 08/28/2024, 09/18/2024

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Probate Notice to Creditors

LEGAL SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR COUNTY OF WHATCOM Estate of NEVA MAY BUECHNER, Deceased. NO. 24-4-00461-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The Court has appointed Ellen Ann Buechner as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at 590 Waterfront Way Suite 504 Vancouver, WA 98660 below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of: (a) Four (4) months after service or being mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Holly Henson, WSBA# 45625 Attorney for the Personal Representative. Date of First Publication: August 21, 2024 Cowlitz Law Group 590 Waterfront Way Suite 504 Vancouver, WA 98660 360-597-7585

Published August 21, 28 & September 4, 2024

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IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR WHATCOM COUNTY

IN RE: THE ESTATE OF: GEOFFREY HARRISON, Deceased. No. 24-4-00648-37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030)

Judge: Evan Jones

The Personal Representative (PR) named below has been appointed as PR of this estate. Persons having claims against the Decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present their claims in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the PR or the PR’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the Court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the PR served or mailed the Notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in Section 11 of this Act and RCW 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of first publication: August 21, 2024. DATED this 13 day of August 2024. Christine Jones Personal Representative / Admin-

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360-380-2277 • www.petesautorepair.net

Point S Zylstra Tire

501 Grover St., Lynden • 360-354-4493

Vavra Auto Body

411 Nooksack Ave, Nooksack • 360-966-4444

VW of Bellingham

www.volkswagenofbellingham.com

2200 Iowa St., Bellingham • 360-734-5230

BAKERIES

Lynden Dutch Bakery

421 Front St., Lynden

360-354-3911 • lyndendutchbakery.com

Lynden Just Desserts 1724 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-3911

BANKS & CREDIT

UNIONS

Banner Bank

138 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd., Lynden

360-354-8100 • www.bannerbank.com CABINETS

Lynden Interiors

2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com

Westside Building Supply

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617 CARPET CLEANING

Northwest Professional Services

360-354-4145 • www.npsclean.com

191 Birch Bay Lynden Rd, Lynden

CEMETERIES

Greenwood Cemetery • thegreenwoodcemetery.com East Wiser Lake Rd., Lynden • 360-647-4001

Lynden Cemetery • www.lyndencemetery.com

South Side of Front St., Lynden • 360-647-4001

CLEANING

Christensen Home Services

P.O. Box 29286, Bellingham www.christensenhomeservices.com Call or Text 360-594-1468

CLEANING SUPPLIES

Bay City Supply

360-671-7400 • www.baycitysupply.com

P.O. Box 2073, 1250 Iowa Street Bellingham, WA 98229

COFFEE

Cruisin Coffee 1976 Kok Rd., Lynden Town Plaza, Lynden 5885 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-738-3789

CONCRETE

Mt. Baker Mobile Mixing, LLC 360-319-4285 www.mtbakermobilemixing.com

CONSTRUCTION

SERVICES

ACP Excavating and Construction

360-592-8801

www.acpexcavatingandconstruction.com

CONVENIENCE STORE

Delta Country Market 1306 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden 360-354-1680

EYE CARE

Everson Vision Clinic, Dr. Alex Ilyin, OD 205 W Main St, Everson • 360-966-0445

Bethgutman.evc@aol.com

FARM & GARDEN

CHS Northwest

3500 Meridian St., Bellingham • 360-734-4010

1720 LaBounty Dr, Ferndale • 360-380-0578

415 Depot St., Lynden • 360-306-3800

119 17th St., Fairway, Lynden • 360-354-5671

300 Main St., Lynden • 360-354-1198

102 Nooksack Ave., Nooksack • 360-966-4193

www.chsnw.com

Portal Way Farm and Garden

6100 Portal Way, Ferndale • 360-384-3688 www.PortalWayFarmAndGarden.com

Smits Compost

9030 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-3583 www.smitscompost.com

FINE JEWELRY

Originals by Chad 521 Front St., Lynden • 360-318-0210

FLORISTS

Lynden Florea 306 Front St., Suite B, Lynden 360-306-8819 • lyndenflorea.com

M&M Floral

5453 Guide Meridian, Bellingham 360-398-1315 • www.mandmfloral.com

FUNERAL SERVICES & MONUMENTS

Whatcom Cremation & Funeral

“Our Community’s Most Affordable Cremations & Burials - from $995” 360-734-7073 • wcremation.com

GARAGE DOORS

Overhead Door Company of Bellingham 202 Ohio St, Bellingham • 360-734-5960

www.ohdbellingham.com

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc.

8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Westside Building Supply

8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

GARBAGE & RECYCLING

Nooksack Valley Disposal & Recycling, Inc.

250 Birch Bay-Lynden Rd, Lynden 360-354-3400

GIFT/SPECIALTY SHOP

Appel Farms - The Cheese Shop

6605 Northwest Dr., Ferndale • 360-312-1431 www.appelcheese.com

GREASE TRAP

CLEANING

Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc.

Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net

GLASS, RESIDENTIAL

Louis Auto Glass

1512 N. State St., Bellingham • 360-734-3840

407 19th St., Lynden • 360-354-3232

1721 E. College Way, Mt. Vernon • 360-424-9759

Lyndale Glass • www.lyndaleglass.com

110 7th St., Lynden • 360-354-3937 6172 Portal Wy., Ferndale • 360-384-5956

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

HARDWARE STORE

Lynden Ace Hardware 1736 Front St., Fairway Center, Lynden 360-354-2291

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Family Care Network

Lynden Family Medicine • 360-354-1333

1610 Grover St., Suite D-1, Lynden

Birch Bay Family Medicine • 360-371-5855 8097 Harborview Rd., Blaine www.familycarenetwork.com

Ferndale Family Medical Center • 360-384-1511 5580 Nordic Way, Ferndale The Healthy Bra Company Maria C. Monti 425-478-0246 • abraforyou@aol.com www.thehealthybracompany.org

HOME IMPROVEMENT

Lynden Interiors

2017 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4149 www.lyndeninteriors.com

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155

Walls & Windows Inc. • 360-676-5223 4131 Hannegan Rd., Ste. 104, Bellingham

HOME LOANS

Edge Home Finance- Mortgage Broker

Dave Ohligschlager- Loan Officer * O/C 360-815-1768 • daveo@edgehomefinance.com

NMLS #891464 / 422225 Movement Mortgage Hendor Rodriguez, Loan Officer

700 Front St. Suite B, Lynden 360-820-1787 • hendorthelendor.com Hendor.rodriguez@movement.com

NMLS #404085

INSURANCE

& FINANCIAL

Amy Warenski Insurance Agency Inc 8874 Bender Rd Ste 106, Lynden • 360-354-6868

www.amywarenski.com

Brown & Brown

501 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4488

Country Financial®, Len Corneto

102 Grover Street, Ste. 209, Lynden • 360-354-4197 Country Financial®

Lesa Ferguson, Financial Representative 1610 Grover St., Suite B1, Lynden • 360-354-2975

Group of Health Insurance Services, LLC 4202 Meridian Street, Suite 104, Bellingham 360-527-2334 • hicllc.net

Guide Insurance Services

1780 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-2200

Guided Solutions (formerly Vibrant USA)

504 Front St. Suite #101, Lynden 866-733-5111 • guidedsolutions.com

Jeff Lamphere Insurance 113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com

Oltman Insurance & Financial Services 360-354-5988 8850 Bender Road, Suite 101, Lynden

VanDalen Insurance

Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433

LUMBER

Vander Griend Lumber Co. Inc. 8461 Depot Rd., Lynden • 360-354-2155 Westside Building Supply 8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

MEDIATION

Bellingham Mediation & Consulting

Sheri Russell, JD • 360-255-1666 www.bellinghammediation.com

MEDICARE INSURANCE

PLANS

Guided Solutions (formerly Vibrant USA) 504 Front St. Suite 101, Lynden 360-733-5111 • guidedsolutions.com Jeff Lamphere Insurance 113 Third St, Lynden • 360-354-5333 www.jefflamphere.com

VanDalen Insurance

Shane VanDalen 517 Liberty St., Lynden • 360-354-4433

MOSS REMOVAL

Max Moss Erasers 629-219-8471 • themaxmosserasers@gmail.com No chemicals, all green!

PEST & RODENT CONTROL

Environmental Pest Control Inc.

3003 Bennett Drive, Bellingham • 360-676-5120

www.epestcontrol.net

PET CARE

Northwest Kitty Care

www.northwestkittycare.com • 360-319-7536 instagram.com/northwestkittycare

PRINT & PUBLISHING

Lynden Print Company www.LyndenPrintCo.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444 Lynden Tribune www.LyndenTribune.com 113 Sixth Street, Lynden • 360-354-4444

REAL ESTATE

HomeSmart One Realty Kyle Christensen 414 W. Bakerview Rd. #103, Bellingham www.kylechristensenrealty.com Call or Text 360-594-1468

HomeSmart One Realty- Rick Meyer

Managing Broker, GRI, CRS, SRES 414 W. Bakerview Rd. #103, Bellingham Call or text: 360-410-1213

REAL Broker LLC- Patrick Johnson patrickjohnsonrealestate.com Call or Text 360-988-1821

RECREATIONAL

VEHICLE STORAGE

Bellingham RV Storage Quality Covered RV Storage Bakerview/Irongate area • Bellingham, WA 360-671-6100 • BellinghamRVBoatStorage.com

RECYCLING, REMOVAL & YARD DEBRIS

Green Earth Technology 774 Meadowlark Rd., Lynden • 360-354-4936

RENTAL EQUIPMENT

Westside Building Supply 8353 Guide Meridian, Lynden • 360-354-5617

RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGE

Aloha Cafe 684 Peace Portal Dr, Suite A, Blaine WA www.alohacafeblainewa.com • 360-933-1047

Bordertown Mexican Food Truck 312 3rd St, Lynden • 360-305-1290 Little Caesars 1804 18th St., Lynden • 360-354-8656

ROOFING

Joostens Roofing Bellingham • 360-815-7663

SENIOR CARE

Echo Valley Adult Day Care and Respite 8472 Silver Lake Road, Maple Falls, WA 98266

Echovalleyrespite.com • 360-319-8958

SEPTIC INSTALLATION

Tyas & Tyas 3966 Deeter Rd., Everson • 360-988-6895

SEPTIC TANK PUMPING Lil John Sanitary Services, Inc. Mark Mellema • 360-398-9828 www.liljohnsanitary.net

SPORTS & RECREATION

Dave’s Sports Shop 1738 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-5591

Lynden Skateway 421 Judson Street, Lynden • 360-354-3851 www.LyndenSkateway.com

VETERINARY

Kulshan Veterinary 8880 Benson Rd, Lynden 6220 Portal Wy, Ferndale www.kulshanvet.com • 360-354-5095

VITAMINS

Lynden Nutrition Center 527 Front St., Lynden • 360-354-4884

“Americans

Safety Tips

Choosing

Equipment:

Traveling by Bicycle: Traveling by Bus:

For Kids:

What is “The Danger Zone?”

The Danger Zone is the space all around your school bus. It goes out 10 feet. The school bus driver cannot see you in this zone. He or she cannot see you around the wheels either. It is very dangerous to be in this area.

If your bus driver cannot see you, they may hit you. You must be very careful whenever you get on or off the bus.

Getting On the Bus:

You must wait for the bus in a place that is safe. Playing around the bus stop is not safe.You could be hurt. Get on the bus in single file. Be nice. Donʼt push or shove. Use the handrails. If something drops under the bus, leave it there. Let your school bus driver or another adult get it for you.

Getting Off the Bus:

Get off the bus in single file. Donʼt push or shove. Stay away from the bus as you head for home.

If you have to cross the road, cross in front of the bus, and remember these things:

1. Look at the driver. You should always see the driver.

2. Make sure the driver sees you and you see him or her.

3. Take 10 Giant Steps ahead of the bus (about 10 feet).

4. Wait for the driver to signal you when it is safe to cross.

5. To be sure that it is safe, look left, right and left again before crossing.

For Drivers:

Under Washington state law, drivers must stop when pedestrians are using a crosswalk to cross a roadway. Follow these other guidelines whenever youʼre on the road in neighborhoods or near schools.

• Obey the crossing guards who help protect children as they travel across intersections on the way to school.

• Never assume that a child sees your car coming. Always give children the right of way, even when not legally bound to do so.

• In neighborhoods and around schools, always look beneath parked cars as you approach them for tiny feet that may be hiding behind them. A child is always liable to bound out from behind a parked car to chase a ball or join a friend across the street.