OBITUARIES

Trevor Corbett Hoskins

October

8, 1934 – January 20, 2023

Trevor Corbett Hoskins, age 88, died January 20 in Bellingham. Trevor was born and educated in England. Following service in the Royal Air Force, in 1956 he began a career in advertising, public affairs and public relations. He was also involved with Formula 1 racing and worked closely with Mario Andretti, who won the world F1 championship in 1978.

Trevor worked with British, American, and Japanese companies and travelled extensively. He was transferred to the USA in 1975 and became a US citizen in 1981. In 1988, he retired as senior vice president of public affairs for Bridgestone/Firestone. He was a successful long-distance runner, running 50,000 miles in 45 countries, including marathons. He also enjoyed tennis, rugby, cricket, golf, and boating.

He is survived by his much-loved wife Judy; his son Mathew (Brooke); his sister Stephanie (Jim); and stepsons Jay (Jennie), Tim (Michelle), and Kevin; as well as several grandsons and granddaughters.

There will be no services. Memorial gifts can be made to Whatcom Hospice and Hospice House.

of such vehicle in any manner contrary to the law.

That sounds to me like if a passenger told you to speed, or cut off another driver, or tailgate, they’d be breaking this law. And you don’t want to hear this next part, but maybe you could make the case that if a passenger knew you were violating the law and didn’t speak up, they’d be guilty of permitting the illegal operation of a vehicle. Yes, that’s a stretch, but if anything, the law leans in favor of your backseat driver.

You said you’re a good driver, and that might be true, but let’s consider the alternative. Sure, your passenger might be a control freak who’s going to find fault in anything that doesn’t involve them. But for many people, it takes some courage to confront another person or call out a behavior they’re not comfortable with. If your driving makes your passenger uneasy, is it possible that you’ve been driving with yourself for so long that you don’t notice your poor driving habits?

Sometimes it takes an outsider to notice what’s been in front of you all along.

It also takes some self-awareness to endure a critical passenger and not want to get in a fight, so I commend you. As someone completely unqualified to give counseling advice, here’s some advice. You can’t control the delivery of the criticism, but you can choose your response. Take a moment to search for truth in the criticism. Engage in an honest conversation with your car mate, and listen to their concerns. If your backseat driver is right, and you change your driving because of it, you’ll become a better driver. If they’re wrong, and you respond in a way that resolves the backseat driving problem and leaves the other person’s dignity intact, you’ll become a better human. Sounds like a win either way.

Doug Dahl is a manager with the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, Region 11 and publishes TheWiseDrive.com.

Donna Lee Binnie Leach

June 19, 1938 – January 15, 2023

Donna Lee Binnie Leach passed away on January 15, 2023, in Blaine, at the age of 84. She was born in Chicago, IL, on June 19, 1938. Donna graduated from Lakeview High School in 1956. She met her husband Ron at a dance in Chicago, and they married in September of 1959.

Donna is survived by her husband of 63 years, Ron; their three sons, Kevin, Jeffrey and Gregory; grandchildren Jacob, Nick, Brian and Richelle; and a dear nephew, Bob Hack. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Jan Hack. Donna was quiet, reserved, and the essence of a real lady.

Donna and Ron left Chicago and moved to Seattle in 1974. She was employed by the Bon Marché and Nordstrom as a salesperson and cosmetician, retiring in June of 2000. Subsequently, she and Ron moved to Blaine.

In retirement, Donna and Ron traveled throughout Europe, East Asia and Australia. She enjoyed socializing with the Semiahmoo Ladies Club and was also an avid reader and long-time member of her book group, Tuesdays with Books.

The family would like to thank Whatcom Hospice for their kind attention during Donna’s last days.

Memorials may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 702 G Street, Blaine, WA 98230.

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Jan. 9, 11:13 a.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Sweet Road.

Jan. 9, 6:34 p.m.: Suspicious circumstances on Kickerville and Birch Bay-Lynden roads.

Jan. 9, 8 p.m.: Assist agency on Creasey Road, Custer.

Jan. 10, 7:56 a.m.: Motor vehicle accident injury on Drayton Harbor Road.

Jan. 10, 3:35 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on Custer School Road, Custer.

Jan. 10, 4:11 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on Custer School Road, Custer.

Jan. 10, 5:48 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Northwest Drive.

Jan. 11, 8:08 a.m.: Suspicious person on Birch Bay Road.

Jan. 11, 4:51 p.m.: Overdose on Birch Bay-Lynden Road.

Jan. 11, 5:04 p.m.: Traffic hazard on Custer School Road, Custer.

Jan. 11, 6:05 p.m.: Burglary on Birch Bay Drive.

Jan. 11, 6:57 p.m.: Prowler on Petticote Lane.

Jan. 11, 7:53 p.m.: Burglary on Roger Road.

Jan. 12, 9:12 a.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Surf Place.

Jan. 12, 11:59 a.m.: Trouble with a subject on Gemini Street.

Jan. 12, 6:07 p.m.: DUI on Birch Bay-Lynden Road, Custer.

Jan. 12, 8:51 p.m.: Domestic order violation on Harborview Road.

Jan. 13, 9:25 a.m.: Harassment on Harborview Road.

Jan. 13, 2:03 p.m.: Mental health issue on Surf Place.

Jan. 14, 1:47 p.m.: Trespass on Kickerville Road.

Jan. 14, 4:21 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident on Blaine and Drayton Harbor roads.

Jan. 14, 7:19 p.m.: Motor vehicle accident injury on Custer School and Birch Bay-Lynden roads, Custer.

Jan. 14, 9:20 p.m.: Mental health issue on Surf Place.

Jan. 14, 10:54 p.m.: Suspicious vehicle on Gemini Street.

Jan. 15, 5:42 p.m.: Impound private on Harborview Road.

Jan. 15, 7:38 p.m.: Mental health issue on Surf Place.

Jan. 16, 10:37 a.m.: Domestic verbal on Haynie Road.

Jan. 16, 11:41 a.m.: Harassment on Harborview Road.