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Acres clear cut as part of regrowth By Janis Reid Staff Reporter

Approximately 24 acres of forestland off Wanamaker Road have been clear cut to remove diseased trees and about 10,000 new ones planted in their place. “What they are doing is clearing out the bad stuff and putting good trees back in,” Island County Assessor Mary Engle said. The property, owned by the Eggerman family, is designated as forest land, which provides a tax break but also carries a responsibility to maintain healthy trees. The owners must also commercially harvest periodically as trees reach maturity. “It’s about giving back to the community by harvesting the trees and replenishing them,” Engle said. Steve Eggerman said that he “grew up looking at that forest” and that chopping it down isn’t always easy. But, he said, in 5-10 years it will begin to look like it always had.

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WGH signs contract with new CEO hire By Janis Reid Staff Reporter

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Sara Sessions, right, took home her second win during the mussel-eating contest Sunday. She lost by a mussel on Saturday.

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‘Amazing’ weather brings in record festival numbers By Megan Hansen Co-Editor

Whidbey General Hospital’s new CEO will assume her duties April 20. Geri Forbes, most recently CEO of Doctor’s Memorial Hospital in Florida, will replace CEO Tom Tomasino, who has served as Whidbey General’s CEO for five years. “I look forward to helping lead the team Forbes at Whidbey General Hospital and Clinics and wish to express my appreciation to the hospital board, physicians, staff and community for entrusting me with the role of CEO,” said Forbes in a statement emailed by the hospital. “My family and I are excited to relocate to Coupeville as I assume my new role on April 20.”

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“Amazing” weather and national promotion brought record crowds to Coupeville over the weekend. An estimated 6,000 people filled the streets on Saturday and 3,000-4,000 Sunday, exceeding everyone’s expectations. “It is everything we have been working toward,” organizer Cindy Olson said. Olson, along with Coupeville native Lark Kesterke, operate Aqua Events, which has organized MusselFest the last nine years with the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association and Penn Cove Shellfish. The attendance was more than anticipated, even bringing in international visitors from the Ukraine and Canada. Olson said she believes the increase in attendance is partly due to national attention by USA Today. Organizers sold out chowder-tasting tickets by 11:30 a.m. Saturday, and, by day’s end, various groups were having to make supply runs. Penn Cove Shellfish’s mussel tent cooked

1,300 pounds of mussels in four-and-a-half hours on Saturday, said Karen Jefferds, assistant general manager for the shellfish company. “We were right down to the very last bag.” Proceeds from the tent go to the Coupeville Boys & Girls Club and a science scholarship for Coupeville students. The Coupeville Booster Club sold 700 pounds of mussels at its booth, said president Christy Kellison. “We sold over double what we’ve done in the past,” she said. “It was the nicest weather we’ve ever had. “The sun definitely helped.” Kellison said the club sold out early on Saturday and had to place an order for additional

mussels Saturday night. In all, Penn Cove Shellfish harvested 6,000 pounds of mussels for the event, including the additional 1,000 pounds it had to harvest Sunday morning, Jefferds said. The company generally harvests 4,0004,500 pounds for MusselFest, she said. That total includes mussels provided for the chowder-tasting contest, group booths, cooking demonstrations, mussel eating contest, and to the various restaurants for sale and to take-home orders. Restaurants served up 15,000 chowder samples in hopes of becoming this year’s win-

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Trees: Land will see 10,000 new plants

Mussels: Weather brings record crowds to annual MusselFest

From page 1 The ability to raise and sell a timber crop has been a boon for the Eggerman family that has struggled in recent years to rent acreage to farmers. The forest land provides a useful “crop” for landowners, pay for expenses, earns some income and keeps the area green, Eggerman said. “In 30-40 years we can do it again,” Eggerman said. “It’s a good program. Trees are a valuable crop.” As of Monday, clear cutting was completed, any usable fir sold to local mills and the remaining trees were being hauled away for use as firewood, according to Mike Janicki, of Sedro Woolleybased Janicki Logging and Construction. The firs and alder wood in that area were largely diseased with laminated root rot, a fungus and needed to be removed to protect the remaining forest, Janicki said. Janicki said he would normally “thin” a forested area instead of clear cutting, but in

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Staff with Janicki Logging and Construction load up diseased firs and alders Monday after a clear cut off Wanamaker Road. this case there was “so much disease.” “Sometimes you just need to start over,” he said. To do the work, the Eggermans acquired the necessary forest practice permit from the state Department of Natural Resources, according to Island County Planning Director David Wechner. And because the property lies in Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve they must also consult with reserve staff. The 10,000 new trees are expected to arrive in three weeks, Janicki said. The trees will include firs, cedars and alders — all native to Whidbey Island. Three trees will be plant-

Whidbey General Hospital District board members adopted a resolution finalizing Forbes’ hiring during Monday’s regular meeting. “Ongoing support from both patients and patrons of the hospital will certainly be appreciated as we address

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the challenges facing us in a dynamic healthcare environment,” Forbes said. “Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to be a member of the Whidbey Island community.” President Anne Tarrant defended the board’s decision to pay Forbes a base of $279,000 per year with an additional $70,000 in annual bonuses, if board objectives are met. Tomasino earned $261,000 in salary and benefits last year. “When we chose the salary, we looked at all the met-

rics,” Tarrant said. “I think that what we decided is appropriate.” Last month, the Whidbey News-Times reported that the average base salary for lead executives in critical access hospitals in the state is $169,638 according to most recent reports, and the average for the five critical access hospitals in Island and surrounding counties was $202,919. Whidbey General should be compared to other, larger critical access systems or hospital districts because of the quantity and breadth of the Saturday and Sunday, March 21st, 22nd 9am - 4pm

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Penn Cove Shellfish staff gave visitors a glimpse underneath mussel rafts using an underwater camera. ganizers dealt with and are modifying plans for next year. Coupeville Marshal Rick Norrie said he was amazed at the volume of people who came to town Saturday. He said this was the first year the marshal’s office has had to direct traffic. One issue Norrie said he dealt with was people illegally parking and he issued a handful of citations. Chowder-tasting tickets sold out on both days as well as tickets for the mussel farm boat tour. A steady crowd lined

Coupeville Wharf through the day Saturday with many people waiting several hours to take the tour. Vickie Chambers, executive director of the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association, said they remedied that situation by selling tickets for specific sailings on Sunday, rather than making it a first-comefirst-served basis. “We always have a good weather plan and a bad weather plan,” Olson said. “But we don’t have an amazing weather plan.”

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ed for every one tree that was cut down, Janicki said. Alders live to 35-40 years, and the alders in the diseased area were “over ripe” and due for replacement, Janicki said. Firs, however, live for about 60 years, but, Janicki said, only about 10 percent were still healthy. The rest had a fungus. Janicki said he assists approximately a dozen Whidbey Island land owners with management of their forest lands, but normally the jobs are smaller, between five to 10 acres. The 24-acre clearcut is just a portion of the Eggerman family’s 80 acres, of which most is farmland, Janicki said.

From page 1 ner. In the end it was the Captain Whidbey Inn that took home the top spot with its mussel and salmon chowder. Two off-island visitors came out on top for the mussel-eating contest, which was held once each day of the festival. Matt Dunk from Port Alberni, British Columbia, won on Saturday. Sara Session from Seattle competed for her third year both Saturday and Sunday. A 2014 champion, she was beat out by one mussel Saturday so she returned to claim her crown Sunday. Attendance was also up for MusselFest side events. In the five years the Whidbey Island Bicyle Club has held its Mussels in Kettles bicycle poker ride, attendance has doubled each year, said club president Matt Plush. This year’s event had 316 participants, including more than 30 families. While event organizers weren’t expecting such a high volume of traffic, everyone seemed happy with how smoothly things went. “I was pleased with how smoothly it ran,” Jefferds said. “It was really nice to see.” There were only a few minor hiccups, which or-

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services offered by the public hospital, Tarrant said. Additionally, she said, “a number” of hospital staff met with the three candidates, and the board decided that, after speaking with them “at length,” that Forbes was the best choice, Tarrant said. Tarrant said that she and hospital district board member Ron Wallin “highly recommended” Forbes for the position. Tomasino, whose role as CEO ends on April 20, originally planned to leave next October. The board expressed its

intention to retain Tomasino as a paid consultant to help with the leadership transition. “It’s been a process,” Tarrant said. “I know it’s been kind of awkward.” “A little bit,” Tomasino agreed. Starting in 2001 as information systems director, Tomasino has worked his way up the ranks to the chief operating officer position. He served as interim CEO several months prior to assuming the role permanently in July 2009.

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Deputies respond to Science Olympiad team headed to state noise, parking issues Coupeville High School’s Science Olympiad team competed at the Northwest Regional Science Olympiad completion on Feb. 28 at Seattle Central College. Coupeville was one of only four schools from the event to advance to the state competition to be held at Highline Community College in Des Moines on April 18. The team bested several larger 4A schools to advance to its first state competition, bringing home two secondplace wins, one third-place win, three fourth-place wins and one fifth-place win. Coupeville has been competing in Science Olym-

piad for the last five years, but this is its first time qualifying for state. Science Olympiad is a science-based competition where teams of students compete in different STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) related areas, including chemistry, physical science, natural sciences, physics, engineering and biology. Events include lab activities, build and design projects, and knowledge-based events that test comprehension of the subject area. Coupeville’s team has been preparing for competition since last October under the direction of middle

school science teacher Terry Welch. Coupeville’s team is really a community effort. Welch recruited local volunteers with expertise in particular areas to help students prepare for competition. The team also competed on Feb.7 at an invitational event at Raisbeck Aviation High School in Seattle. Students used lessons learned at the invitational to improve on their events and that hard work helped propel the team to success at regionals. Now the team is busy preparing for the state competition with hopes of advancing to nationals, which will be held in Lincoln, Neb., in May.

County holds comp plan meetings Island County will host a number of informal public meetings to discuss the Island County Comprehensive Plan Update, to be completed in 2016. Island County is expected to grow by 9,452 people and 2,031 jobs between now and 2036, according to a news release from the Island County planning department. Updating the Comprehensive Plan provides an opportunity for a countywide discussion about land use and development standards, guiding how the county

might grow over the next 20 years, as required by the Growth Management Act. These meetings will provide members of the public with an opportunity to meet with Island County staff and share their ideas about the future of Island County. During each meeting, staff members will provide a brief overview of the update process, answer questions and collect written comments.

p.m. March 17, Freeland Library, 5495 Harbor Ave. n Central Whidbey, 5-6:30 p.m. March 19, Board of Island County Commissioners Hearing Room in Coupeville, 1 NE Sixth St. n North Whidbey, 4:306:00 p.m. March 26, Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Drive. n Camano Island, 4:306 p.m. March 30, Camano Center, 141 NE Camano Drive.

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Coupeville HUB weekly activities All activities begin at 1 p.m. at the Coupeville United Methodist Church on Main Street. Lunch is served every Wednesday at noon. For more information, contact Glenda Cantrell at glenda@ islandseniorservices.org or 360-720-2955. Wednesday, March 18 Shifty Sailors, St. Patrick’s Day melodies and sea shanties by Vern Olsen and friends.

vegetables. Yummy. Come have fun tasting and being creative. Wednesday, April 1 Bingo, first Wednesdays, called by Mayor Nancy Conard. Friday, April 3 Falls and Injury Prevention exercise class first and third Fridays led by Mary Waters. Help prevent falls and injury. Gentle seated exercises designed to strengthen muscles and improve

flexibility and movement. Wednesday, April 8 Violin Music, by DNA, Dustin and Avrey. The fantastic violin boys are back. Delight to Celtic and contemporary tunes. Wednesday, April 15 Safety Tips at Home and your Car, Marshall Rick Norrie. The Coupeville marshall will present ways to be aware and safe. Also question-and-answer period.

Friday, March 20 Falls and Injury Prevention exercise class first and third Fridays led by Mary Waters. Help prevent falls and injury. Gentle seated exercises designed to strengthen muscles and improve flexibility and movement. Wednesday, March 25 Italian Dipping Oil and Tasting Party with Sue. Develop your own individual flavor combination in a delightful healthy oil. Dip baguette slices as an appetizer, drizzle over salads or steamed

The Coupeville Marshal’s Office responded to the following calls:

three calls from someone she hasn’t seen in 45 years and that same person has driven by.

4:36 p.m., a caller on Southwest Terry Road reported an aggressive driver.

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Sunday, March 1

Friday, March 6

1:04 a.m., a caller reported an ongoing problem with loud music from a South Main Street residence.

7:08 a.m., deputies responded to a commercial alarm on Northwest Birch Street.

7:17 p.m., a caller on North Main Street reported a patient that was on a mental hold had left the hospital.

10:07 a.m., deputies responded to a residential alarm on Northeast Parker Road. 2:43 p.m., a caller reported a gray sedan was parked in restricted parking at Northeast Center Street and Northeast Fifth Street. 3:45 p.m., deputies responded to a medical emergency on South Main Street.

Tuesday, Feb. 24 1:00 p.m., deputies responded to an animal complaint on Northeast Third Street. 4:00 p.m., deputies responded to a trespass complaint on Northeast Third Street.

Wednesday, Feb. 25 4:29 p.m., a caller reported they had a sick cat trapped and ready for pickup on Northeast Faris Street. 5:45 p.m., deputies responded to a commercial alarm on Northwest First Street.

Thursday, Feb. 26 11:26 a.m., a caller on Northeast Pennington Loop reported his wife forged his name and cashed a check.

Friday, Feb. 27 12:07 p.m., a caller reported a male subject tried to get him and his friend into a van in a parking lot on South Main Street. 6:15 p.m., deputies responded to a commercial alarm on Northwest First Street. 11:04 p.m., a caller on North Main Street reported 10 people were outside making noise and rapping on windows.

Saturday, Feb. 28 10:41 a.m., a caller requested assistance with a juvenile who was returning from rehab and will be taken to the juvenile detention center. 3:56 p.m., a caller on South Main Street reported she received

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10:33 a.m., a caller on North Main Street reported a phone scam. 2:46 p.m., a caller on North Main Street reported finding Arabic writing on an electrical panel that was highly guarded.

Tuesday, March 3 6:58 p.m., a caller from Whidbey General Hospital reported a man was in the emergency room with a pistol on his hip. He was asked to leave, but remains on the property. 7:12 p.m., a caller on Southwest Terry Road reported a female was living in a truck that did not belong to her.

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10:00 a.m., a caller on South Main Street reported five vehicles parked in a fire zone. 12:34 p.m., a caller on Northeast Sixth Street reported a loaned vehicle was not returned. 1:18 p.m., a caller on Northeast Sixth Street reported people were parking on his lawn. 2:45 p.m., a caller reported a Jeep was blocking an intersection at Northeast Clapp Street and Northeast Ninth Street. 3:49 p.m., a caller on Northwest Eighth Street reported a vehicle had been parked in her driveway since the previous night. 12:47 a.m., a caller requested assistance in explaining a parking ticket she received from parking near Toby’s Tavern.

6:14 a.m., a caller reported hitting a deer at South Main Street and State Highway 20.

1:31 p.m., a caller on Southwest Terry Road reported a woman with dogs was outside her door yelling and threatening her.

12:30 p.m., a caller on Northeast Haller reported her brother and father assaulted her husband .

4:13 p.m., deputies responded to a commercial alarm on Northwest Alexander Street.

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Hope to see all at levy info meetings On April 28, Coupeville School District will ask voters to approve a threeyear capital projects levy to repair, improve, modernize and/or expand district facilities. The focus of the levy is specific and includes deferred maintenance at all three of the district’s schools and one expansion at the elementary school multipurpose room. For many years, even outdated equipment could be coaxed into working for another year. Unfortunately, this is simply Jim Shank no longer an option. For example, at the middle school the heating, air-conditioning and ventilation unit requires several annual repairs and is so noisy that it must be turned off during theatrical performances in the performing arts center. The hallway floor tiles are cracking and bubbling, and the roof is beyond its life expectancy. The elementary school restrooms require plumbing and ventilation updates. Serving lunch while conducting PE in the multi-purpose room is an ongoing challenge. At the high school, the 1979 main gym bleachers have been well maintained and repaired through the years, but the parts for the motors are no longer available. You may have noticed during this year’s basketball season that one set of bleachers is no longer functioning. Furthermore, the track and field complex at Mickey Clark Field was installed in 1984 and is in desperate need of replacement. The plan to develop Engle Field was sidelined when construction costs for the high school exceeded budget in 2007 and requires completion. The proposed levy election is designed to collect $5 million over three years at a rate of .85726, or $21.43, a month for a $300,000 home. The levy is short-term, interest-free, and will expire in 2018. The levy would support three project phases, beginning with the elementary school restrooms, the middle school HVAC, the track and field complex, and gym bleachers. Phase two would include the elementary school HVAC system, middle school floor and roof, Engle Field completion, and resurfacing of the tennis courts. The third and final phase would include the addition to the elementary school multi-purpose room, sound and lighting in the performing arts center, the repair of leaking windows, and the construction of a restroom and concessions facility at Mickey Clark Field. For additional information on the construction phases, please see the Coupeville School District Voter Fact Sheet or attend an upcoming levy presentation for an eyewitness view of what is needed. Besides being the learning center for pre-K-12 students, Coupeville School District hosts many community-based activities throughout the school year. Good schools and well-maintained school facilities help to draw and retain these activities for our community. Furthermore, attractive schools help to support business and real estate values as well as build school and community spirit. The proposed levy would help to maintain the school facilities and property values for years to come. It is my hope that voters will not only recognize the need to repair, improve, modernize, and/or expand our schools for our students, but will also see the overall value associated with attractive and useful facilities for everyone. I have been conducting public meetings specific to capital projects and the levy. We have three additional meetings scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Monday, March 30, at the elementary school library; 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 31, at the middle school foyer; and 6 p.m. Monday, April 13, at the gym complex and fields. I hope to see you there.

Encouraged by coverage of hospital’s ‘misdeeds’ Editor, Kudos to staffers Jessie Stensland, Michelle Beahm and South Whidbey Record’s Justin Burnett for shedding light on recent activities at Whidbey General Hospital. The imminent changeover of CEOs at our public hospital provides an historic opportunity to reverse a decadelong slide and return the place to being a “patients first” facility. This simply won’t happen unless our community papers are relentless in demanding that the hospital board mem-

bers cease their practices of non-transparency, cover-ups and special-interest dealings. It’s wonderful to see new blood, including in local editorial offices, exposing rather than assisting the Whidbey General administration in its misdeeds. Keep it up and you will literally be performing life-saving services for our community. Let’s all welcome new CEO Geri Forbes as well. She has publicly pledged to set a new tone, usher in a new era of openness and rebuild a cohesive leadership team. Let’s hold her to that — and lend her the support she’ll need in this challenging undertaking.

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toni grove sowin ’n’ the trowel Yes, I know we have more winter to endure, but my daffodils haven’t gotten the memo. Are yours blooming too? And are your baby slugs as happy about it as mine are? How about your hyacinths? Mine down here on the south end are still inching skyward, no blooms yet. But yesterday I saw both bergenia and bleeding heart flowering in a north end garden. Like the rest of you, I can’t control the crazy weather, so I’m just running with it the best I can. That means a lot of plants leafing out — and blooming! — while I remain ever-hopeful we don’t get a deep freeze that’ll turn my tender hopes to green slime before Easter. In the meantime, I’ve been keeping busy with tasks that are better accomplished earlier rather than later. One of these has been to establish my climbing rose on some kind of trellis. The rose in question is a Cecile Brunner, which came with the house when we bought it back in 1997. Over the years, I’ve had

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was remove the oldest and woodiest of the canes all the way down to the ground, any spindly canes, and canes that had been pruned inappropriately and now looked like Medusa. I’m confident removing old canes will stimulate new, better-producing canes to grow from the base. Fortunately for me, I have a very long front porch with numerous balusters and my rose sits at one corner. I installed a series of large, steel hooks every few balusters, alternating them pointing upward and downward, and wove the remaining canes through them. The more horizontal your canes are, the more laterals they should produce. As those laterals get longer, I’ll prune each back to four or five buds. Then, as more main canes emerge from the base of the rose, I’ll train them along the balusters as well. This configuration should evenly distribute the weight of the rose across the railing. And because of how the canes lay in the hooks instead of being tied to or wrapped around a frame, they should be easy to remove if I have to “disassemble” my trellis system to paint the railings or do repairs. Wish me luck, and I’ll keep you posted on how it all plays out this summer.

limited success because I didn’t know what I was doing. In fact, there was a whole row of these roses across the front of my porch and I dug up all but the largest and gave them away. Caring for them was a lot like giving birth and leaving the hospital with the realization your newborn is the only baby you’ve ever held, let alone diapered and fed. I have some modest gingerbread on my front porch, and the oldest canes had been woven up and through it. It looked spectacular, but I was worried the weight of the massive biomass would take down my porch some stormy night. Let’s face it, I’m not talking about a few canes but rather a Gordian knot supported by a woody, killer cane a good four or five inches around. So I sawed it out of the trim about five years ago and kind of let it fend for itself. Since then, I’ve realized I needed to do something more than hack away at it or let it lean in the wind. Besides, without proper care it wasn’t producing flowers. For the uninitiated, Cecile Brunner flowers aren’t large, but they can produce large sprays of fragrant pink blooms. I needed to study up on climbers in order to help it reach its potential. March The first thing I12 did

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Winnie Opal Hunziker Shelton passed away March 3, 2015, in Coupeville with her family by her side. The youngest of six children, Winnie was born in Langley, Wash., Oct. 29, 1919, to parents Alice Howard and Walter Hunziker Sr. Winnie’s mother, Alice, died when Winnie was 5 years old. She was raised by her older sisters and brother, as well as her father and stepmother, Florence. She had a happy childhood, much of it spent with her “Cousin Jean” Howard Holt, who remained a lifelong friend. Winnie attended school in Langley, skipping the third grade and graduating salutatorian at age 16. After graduation, she

worked at Puget Sound Power & Light for six years. She attended business school in Seattle before taking a job with Island County Social Services in Coupeville. She met her husband, John, while he was stationed on temporary duty at NAS Whidbey. Winnie and John were married June 6, 1943, and purchased their home on Kennedy’s Lagoon where they lived for the remainder of their lives. Winnie loved her daily swims. She hosted many picnics. Winnie was known for her clam chowder and fried oysters. She was a huge fan of her children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, the Mariners and especially the SEAHAWKS. All were a great source of pleasure in her life. She loved teddy bears; her first bear was a genuine “Growler,” a gift from her brother after her mother died. Her extensive collection included many “Winnie the Pooh” favorites. Winnie was active as a Democratic Party precinct leader and volunteered along with her husband for many charitable activities, including the Blood Drive, Food Bank and Meals on Wheels. She loved children, nurturing four foster children and teaching Sunday School at the Methodist Church for more than 20 years.

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Winnie was preceded in death by her husband; son-in-law Michael Bartholomew; her parents; brother, Walter Hunziker Jr.; and sisters, Alice Oldenburg, Ellen Helland, Gladys Brandt and Margaret Bolin. Surviving Winnie are her son, John Jr. (Nicki); daughter, Julie Shelton; grandchildren, Raleigh Bartholomew, of Fairbanks, Alaska, and Annie Bartholomew of Juneau, Alaska; and numerous nieces and nephews. Condolences may be sent to the family at: John Shelton, P.O. Box 101, Hoonah, Alaska 99829; Julie Shelton, P.O. Box 32004, Juneau, Alaska 99803; or online at www.wallinfuneralhome. com The family thanks the wonderful friends who visited Winnie and helped her lead a full life after she became a widow. No ser vices will be held at Winnie’s request. Memorial contributions may be made to Help House, 1091 SE Hathaway Street, Oak Harbor, WA 98277; or Whidbey Animal Improvement Foundation (WAIF), PO Box1108, Coupeville, WA 98239.

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PREP SPORTS PREVIEW

Wolves get ready to spring into action By Jim Waller Staff Reporter

In search of wins, conference titles and more, the Coupeville High School spring sports teams head into their first season of Olympic League action.

Tennis Coupeville ready to net Olympic title

The goals Coupeville tennis coach Ken Stange has for his athletes go beyond the players’ high-school years. “I always have the expectation that the players will grow their games while enjoying a lifelong sport that they can play for decades,” Stange said. “I love the game and I like sharing it with people who enjoy it.” His immediate goal is an Olympic League championship. “I’m not sure what Klahowya has to offer, but I don’t see why we can’t do what the hoops squad did. “My girls are greedy, and so am I. We want to dominate the league tourney this season.” The team’s strength, according to Stange, is its depth; 10 letter winners return from 2014. Last year’s No. 2 singles player, senior Jacki Ginnings, will lead the singles lineup. Returning double players seniors Micky LeVine and Wynter Thorne could help fill in at singles this year. The other returning players, seniors Ana Luvera, Ivy Luvera and Haleigh Deasy; juniors Sydney Autio and McKenzie Bailey; and

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Above, Marisa Etzell, far left, and Sylvia Hurlburt, far right, are among a strong sprinting group for the track team. Right, Aaron Trumbull is one of five returning baseball lettermen. sophomores Valen Trujillo and Bree Daigneault, should stock the doubles lineup, Stange said. Key newcomers include junior Jazmine Franklin and freshmen Sage Renninger, Payton Aparicio and McKenzie Meyer. Coupeville, which went 6-7 last year and finished third in the Cascade Conference, heads to South Whidbey at 3 p.m. Thursday, March 19, to begin the season. The home and league opener is 4 p.m. Thursday, March 26, with Klahowya.

Track Small Coupeville team has big talent The goals of the Coupeville High School track team are different than most other

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Jacki Ginnings is top candidate to play No. 1 singles.

reams. Reaching individual goals and not team wins are the focus. Both the Wolves’ boys and girls teams lack the depth to compete in team scoring; the boys team has only 10 members and the girls 15. One thing they don’t lack is ability. Sitting No. 1 on the talent chart is junior Makana Stone, one of the state’s top female sprinters. Stone finished second in the state in the 1A 400 meters last spring and holds the school record for the distance and the 200 meters. Also back for the girls are sprinters senior Marissa Etzell, junior Sylvia Hurlburt and sophomore Lauren Grove. Etzell and Hurlburt ran with Stone to set several school relay records over the past two seasons, and the pair reached the finals in last year’s district meet in individual sprints. Grove joined Stone, Etzell and Hurlburt to place in the district 4x200 in 2014. Kirsten Pelroy, who helped Coupeville win the conference title in the 4x400 relay in 2013, returns after taking a year off. Another returning letter winner for the girls is sophomore Skyler Lawrence, who reached the district finals in the shot put and discus last spring. Junior sprinters Lathom Kelley and Jared Helmstadter return for the Coupeville boys. Both placed in the 4x100 and 4x400 relays in last

spring’s district meet. Also back are junior Dalton Martin and sophomores Mitchell Carroll and Connor Thompson. Martin placed in the discus at district and is already throwing in the 130s this spring, King said. Thompson and Carroll placed in the jumps at last year’s district meet. “Everyone knows their marks from last year,” King said, “and they want to improve. “I expect the kids to compete in the top level of our league.” Coupeville will participate in the Oak Harbor jamboree at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, March 19, and then two days later travel to the Port Angeles Invitational, which begins at 11 a.m.

Baseball Wolves looking to return to state

The Coupeville High School baseball team is coming off one of its most successful seasons ever, and the club’s aim is to match that effort this year, according to coach Willie Smith. The Wolves advanced to the state tournament last year where it lost a 2-1 heartbreaker in the first round. “My goals are very similar to last year: We want to get in the playoffs, get to the state tourney and win some games there,” Smith said. “As successful as we were last year, the last game still stings for me, and the boys are feeling confident in their ability to get back and move along

further.” Graduation robbed the Wolves of five starters, including league MVP Ben Etzell; however, five letter winners return. “We did lose a lot from last year, but we also built a strong foundation for our program, and there is a strong core returning from last year,” Smith said. “If we can continue to grow and build, then I truly believe we can get back to the tourney. “We will have to stay injury free and our young guys will need to step up; but unlike past years when we’ve lost such a strong group, our young guys won’t need to carry the team, they will just need to complement our team and stay within themselves.” Returning players include seniors Aaron Curtin (pitcher/infield), Aaron Trumbull (pitcher/first base) and Josh Bayne (shortstop) and juniors Cole Payne (catcher) and C.J. Smith (pitcher/infield). Bayne and Trumbull were second-team, all-league choices last year; C.J. Smith was honorable mention. Key newcomers are senior Kyle Bodamer (outfield/ infield), sophomore Clay Reilly (outfield) and freshman Hunter Smith (outfield/ pitcher). The mound staff should be solid with starters Curtin, C.J. Smith and Trumbull back, as should the infield with Curtin at third, Trumbull at first and Bayne and C.J. Smith in the middle. Coach Smith expects the top of the batting order to be strong, and he likes his team’s speed. Though the Wolves

don’t have any “big boppers,” they should be able to produce runs. “I’ve been very impressed with the work ethic and hustle of our kids so far,” Smith said. “The older guys are doing an amazing job with the young guys, coaching and encouraging them, and the young guys have been very receptive. “(I’m) very excited about the new league, our nonleague schedule and the prospects of our season.” The Wolves begin the season with two home, nonleague games. Blaine visits at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14, and then Sultan comes to town at 4 p.m. Monday, March 16.

Softball Another state berth among CHS goals

Last year, for only the second time in school history, the Coupeville softball team qualified for the state tournament. The Wolves are aiming to make it a more frequent occurrence. “As a team, our goal is to go to state playoffs again this season,” coach Deanna Rafferty said. “All the girls have a strong desire to win, and, as a coach, I expect nothing less.” A pair of three-year starters will form the nucleus of this year’s team. Senior McKayla Bailey, coming off shoulder surgery, will return to the circle for the Wolves, and senior Hailey Hammer is back to anchor a solid batting order. “Our batting is, without a doubt, our strength this SEE WOLVES, A7

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with a more complete vision of what I want us to accomplish.” The positives make qualifying for the playoffs a reasonable goal, Nelson said. “I fully expect to have some postseason play this year. “With the way the District 3 tournament is set, I believe we will have a good opportunity for some success.” The Wolves, who were 5-10-2 in 2014, will host South Whidbey and Lake Stevens in a jamboree at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14. The first match is at 5:15

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Hailey Hammer will provide power to the CHS lineup.

WOLVES CONTINUED FROM A6 year,” Rafferty said. Hammer was secondteam, all-Cascade Conference and Bailey honorable mention in 2014. Joining Bailey and Hammer in the lineup are returning letter winners senior Monica Vidoni (outfield/first base) and sophomores Tiffany Briscoe (left field) and Jae LeVine (second base). A strong freshman class, which helped the Central Whidbey Little League junior team qualify for the state tournament last summer, will help fill in the holes. The ninth-graders are led by Katrina McGranahan, Kyla Briscoe, Hope Lodell and Heather Nastali. McGranahan will join the starting rotation, and Kyla Briscoe will add pitching depth. Rose will start at catcher. “She may be new to the position, but she is already showing great promise,” Rafferty said. Lodell will play centerfield and help out behind the plate, and Nastali will hold down an outfield spot. A pair of sophomores, Robin Cedillo and Jasmine Melena, are also in the running to start in the outfield. “My underclassmen are a big portion of the team, and I think that’s great,” Rafferty said. “The upperclassmen are working well with the young girls and helping train them and vetting them for future seasons. All of these girls show great promise, and I foresee having a state-worthy team for the next couple years.” Rafferty is in her first year, replacing co-coaches David and Amy King. “The girls are handling the change well,” she said. “We are slowly finding our groove as a team and trying

p.m. at Sequim Tuesday, March 17, and the home opener is at 6 p.m. Thursday, March 19, with South Whidbey.

Golf Fields aims for 4th state tournament Coupeville High School has only one golfer, senior Christine Fields, but she is among the state’s best. Fields placed fifth in the state 1A tournament last spring, the best finish ever by a CHS golfer.

She also qualified for state the previous two years, nabbing eighth as a freshman and 15th as a sophomore. In addition to her state efforts, Fields holds three top-10 finishes at district and three top-seven finishes at tridistrict. After being named to the all-Cascade Conference second team as a freshman, she picked up first-team honors the past two seasons. “Since it is my last season, I am looking to push myself harder than any other year,” Fields said. “I will strive to

make first-team all-conference, place in top spots at districts and bi-districts, giving myself a good chance to do well at state. “More than anything, I want to enjoy every part that comes with this final season.” Fields practices with the South Whidbey team at the Useless Bay Golf and Country Club and follows the Falcons’ schedule. The first match is at 3 p.m. Thursday, March 19, at Useless Bay against Cedarcrest.

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Soccer Plenty of reasons for soccer success

Several factors point to a successful season for the Coupeville High School soccer team. First, the Wolves return a bevy of lettermen: seniors Colin Belliveau, Josh Datin, Ryan Freeman, Keegan Korteum, Oscar Liquidano, Joel Walstad and Aaron Wright; juniors Zane Bundy, Tanner Kircher, Abraham Leyva Elenes, Connor McCormick and Loren Nelson; and sophomore Uriel Liquidano. Leyva Elenes, who led the team in scoring last year, was second-team, all-conference in 2014. Key newcomers, according to coach Kyle Nelson, are juniors Garrett Compton and Cody Menges and freshman William Nelson. “We have many returning players with varsity experience,” coach Nelson said. “We will be building from where we were last year.” Second, Coupeville will play in the 1A Olympic League this season and not the Cascade Conference, which includes 2A schools. “I think, in general, we will be able to compete a little better,” Nelson said. “The level of play between the teams should be more even, meaning probably more close, exciting games this year.” Third, Nelson, in his second year, has a better understanding of what he would like to achieve as the program’s head coach. “Just having a year’s worth of experience helps,” he said. “I am starting the year better prepared and

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VFW Free Clothing Swap, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., March 14, at VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor. Please bring items in clean, usable condition. Clothing, linens, books and toys accepted. For more information, call Joanne McDaniel at 360675-4219. Family Selection Meeting, 10:30-11:30 a.m., March 14, at the Oak Harbor Library. Habitat for Humanity of Island County is seeking families and individuals in the Oak Harbor area interested in affordable housing. They will be sharing the Habitat for Humanity mission, providing information about the housing program and reviewing

Monday March 16 AARP Tax-Aide, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays and 1-7 p.m. Tuesdays, at the Oak Harbor Library. Free tax-return preparation and e-filing for taxpayers with low and moderate income, especially those age 60 and older. Call 360-678-3000 to schedule an appointment. Supported by AARP Foundation. The Great Depression in the Northwest, 1:302:30 p.m., March 16, at the Coupeville Library. In “The Boys in the Boat,” the Whidbey Reads selection for 2015, author Daniel James Brown describes the hardships suffered by several of these collegiate rowers and gives readers a glimpse of Hooverville and the building of the Grand Coulee Dam. Professor Deborah Wallin, retired history professor from Skagit Valley College, will give a multimedia presentation exploring how hardships, large public works projects and social programs affected this region. Ebey’s 101, 5:30-7:30 p.m., March 16, 23 and 30 and April 6, at the Coupeville Li-

brary. This six-week course explores Ebey’s Landing by using primary documents, so we can hear first-hand the voices of our ancestors. Focus will be on European explorers, American settlers, establishing the territory and state, the commercialism of Coupeville, and the connection of Whidbey Island to the U.S. Presented by Lynn Hyde, Historic Whidbey. Island County Astronomical Society (ICAS) monthly meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m., March 16, at the Oak Harbor Library. Anyone interested in astronomy is invited to attend. There will be short presentations on current topics in astronomy. For more information about ICAS or club events, contact Dan Pullen at 360-679-7664 or icaspub@ juno.com or visit www.icaswa.webs.com

Tuesday March 17 Living Well with Chronic Pain, 1-3:30 p.m., March 17, 24 and 31 and April 7, at the Coupeville Library. This workshop offers practical skills for living a less stressful life while managing one or more chronic conditions like arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, pain, fibromialgia, etc. Peer facilitators will lead participants through Stanford Universitiy’s program for dealing with frustration, fatigue, isolation, medication, pain management, food choices for better health, decision making and problem solving, and communication with family, friends and medical personnel. This free program is sponsored by Senior Services of Island County and the Friends of the Coupeville Library. Preregistration is required. Call 360-321-1600, ext. 23. NORA DURAND

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Native Plant Class, 10:30 a.m. to noon, March 14, at Meerkerk Gardens. Learn the why, what and how of using native plants in the landscape. Plant samples and photos of landscapes using native and domestic plants will be shown. The instructor is our own Don Lee (IMCG), president of Meerkerk Rhododendron Gardens. He also co-chairs the Island County Water Resources Advisory Committee and was the 2009 WSU Master Gardener of the Year. Don is recognized as a local expert in native plants.

Meet the Children of “The Boys in the Boat,” 1:30-3 p.m., March 14, at the Coupeville Library. In “The Boys in the Boat,” Daniel James Brown introduces his readers to Joe Rantz and Bobby Moch, as well as all of the other members of the crew team that won a gold medal at the 1936 Olympics. Come and meet their descendants. Judy Willman and Michael Moch will join Whidbey Island readers to share their insights and experiences with their fathers, the sport of crew and the publication of Brown’s bestselling book on the team’s journey.

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10th District Town Hall Meetings, 10-11:30 a.m., March 14, at the Coupeville Rec Hall. Tenth District legislators Sen. Barbara Bailey, R-Oak Harbor; Rep. Norma Smith, R-Clinton; and Rep. Dave Hayes, R-Camano Island, are holding two town hall meetings, in Coupeville and Mt. Vernon. The lawmakers will answer questions from attendees and offer updates on the current legislative session. The town hall will last one hour and will be preceded by a half-hour meet-and-greet.

American Association of University Women (AAUW) Whidbey Island Branch program, 10 a.m., March 14, at Coupeville United Methodist Church. Since March is Women in History Month, members will be entertained by portrayals of women who have made significant contributions in history. This will be a preview of presentations to fifth-graders throughout the island. Coffee hour is at 9:30 a.m.; program begins at 10:00 a.m. Prospective members welcome.

Marine Engine Maintenance Class by United States Power Squadron, 6-8 p.m., March 12, at the First United Methodist Church, Oak Harbor. Classes over a five- to six-week period on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Will cover the basic information on all types of marine engines, transmissions and drives, inboards and outboards, using the latest approved USPS approved textbooks. Call ASAP if you are not a member

Open House of the Island County Historical Society’s Janet Enzmann Archives and Research Library, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., March 13, at the Island County Museum. Improved space, as well as archival storage, photo collection, historic newspapers and maps will be showcased. Volunteers will be mending newspapers dating from the late 1800s and early 1900s and leading personal tours. Try your hand at searching our digital files. Join us in the challenge of identifying unnamed individuals in

CWCP Shamrock 5K Fun Run/Walk, March 14, at the Coupeville Elementary School. Preregistration at 8:30 a.m., Kids Dash (8 and under) at 9:30, 5K Run/Walk at 10 and Awards Ceremony/ Raffles at 11:30. $25 if preregistered, $30 day of registration. Best green costumes awarded for individual and family. The more wacky, wild and creative the better. Refreshments and snacks provided post-race. All proceeds benefit Central Whidbey Cooperative Preschool. The free Kids Dash (for children ages 3–8) will be a race of approximately 400 meters. Register online at www.coupevillepre school.org or www.active. com

Greenbank Progressive Club Meeting and Potluck, 6-8:30 p.m., March 12, at the Greenbank Clubhouse. Meetand-greet will begin at 6 with dinner at 6:30. Everyone is asked to bring a dish to share and their own table service. 360-678-2059.

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Krueger Woods Spurge Laurel Purge, 9 a.m. to noon, March 13, at Krueger Woods, Coupeville. Spurge laurel is a tough invasive plant that is taking over the forest understory in the Krueger Woods. Join the Whidbey Camano Land Trust to help remove this invader and make a healthier habitat for wildlife and native plants. Drinks and snacks will be provided. All ages and abilities are welcome. Bring work gloves. www.wclt.org

Republican Women of North Whidbey, 11:30 a.m., March 12, at San Remo Restaurant. Island County Assessor Mary Wilson-Engle will give an overview of the work of the Assessor’s Office, including senior exemptions. Cost is $20.

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The Tasty Tale of Brave Sir Bump, 1-1:45 p.m., March 13, at the Coupeville Elementary School Multipurpose Room. Early Release Day Program. This Zambini Brothers puppet show tells the funny adventures of a most unlikely hero and how he saves the kingdom from a terrible fate. Funded by the Friends of the Coupeville Library.

Veterans’ Coffee Club, 9-11 a.m., March 12, at Harbor Tower Village. Come join us for a cup of coffee and meet with other local veterans.

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tive McPHERSON & McPHERSON, P.L.L.P. By:/s/Molly M. McPherson MOLLY M. MCPHERSON, WSBA #23027 Attorney for Personal Representative LEGAL NOTICES ADDRESS FOR MAILI N G O R S E RV I C E : P.O. Box 1617 One NW Front Street Coupeville, Washington 98239 Legal No. WEX619535 Published: The Whidbey Examiner CALL FOR BIDS Sealed proposals are M a r c h 1 2 , 1 9 , 2 6 , hereby solicited for Ti- 2015. tle Repor ts on real property subject to tax IN THE SUPERIOR foreclosure. Bids must COURT OF THE be received by 3:00 STATE OF p. m . o n M a r c h 2 7 , WASHINGTON FOR 2015 at the Office of ISLAND COUNTY the Island County IN PROBATE Treasurer, 1 NE 7th In the Matter of the EsSt., Suite 111, PO Box tate of 699, Coupeville, WA DEBRA SWAER f/k/a/ 98239. Specifications ENGELHARDT and bid forms may be Deceased. obtained from the Is- NO. 15-4-00024-3 land County Treasur- NOTICE TO CREDIerâ€™s office at (360) 679- TORS 7302. The personal repreIsland County sentative named below Treasurer has been appointed Wanda J. Grone, CPA and has qualified as Legal No. WEX619183 personal representaPublished: The Whid- tive of this estate. Perbey Examiner s o n s h av i n g c l a i m s March 12, 19, 2015. against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be IN THE SUPERIOR barred by any otherCOURT OF THE wise applicable statute STATE OF of limitations, present WASHINGTON FOR the claim in the manISLAND COUNTY ner as provided in IN PROBATE In the Matter of the Es- R C W 1 1 . 4 0 . 0 7 0 b y serving on or mailing to tates of the personal represenVACARRO, ATTILIO tative or the attomeys and JACKIE L. of record at the adDeceased. dress stated below a NO. 15-4-00030-8 NOTICE TO CREDI- copy of the claim and filing the original of the TORS The personal repre- claim with the cour t, sentative named below The claim must be prehas been appointed sented within the later and has qualified as of: (1) Thirty days after personal representa- the personal representive of this estate. Per- tative served or mailed s o n s h av i n g c l a i m s the notice to the crediagainst the decedents tor as provided in RCW must, prior to the time 11.40.020(3); or (2) such claims would be four months after the barred by any other- date of first publication wise applicable statute of the notice. If the of limitations, present claim is not presented the claim in the man- within this time frame, n e r a s p r o v i d e d i n t h e c l a i m i s fo r eve r R C W 1 1 . 4 0 . 0 7 0 b y barred, except as othserving on or mailing to e r w i s e p r o v i d e d i n the personal represen- RCW 11.40.051 and tative or the attorneys 11.40.060. This bar is of record at the ad- effective as to claims dress stated below a against both the dececopy ofthe claim and d e n t â€™s p r o b a t e a n d filing the original of the nonprobate assets. claim with the cour t. DATE OF FIRST PUBThe claim must be pre- LICATION: March 12, sented within the later 2015 of: (1) Thirty days after /s/Scott Swaer the personal represen- SCOTT SWAER, Pertative served or mailed sonal Representative the notice to the credi- McPHERSON & tor as provided under McPHERSON, RCW 11.40.020(3); or P.L.L.P. (2) four months after By:/s/Molly M. McPherthe date of first publi- son cation of the notice. If MOLLY M. MCPHERthe claim is not pre- SON, WSBA #23027 sented within this time Attorney for Personal frame, the claim is for- Representative ever barred, except as ADDRESS FOR MAILotherwise provided in I N G O R S E RV I C E : RCW 11.40.051 and P.O. Box 1617 11.40.060. This bar is One NW Front Street effective as to claims Coupeville, Washingagainst both of the de- ton 98239 cedentsâ€™ probate and Legal No. WEX619543 Published: The Whidnon-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUB- bey Examiner LICATION: March 12, M a r c h 1 2 , 1 9 , 2 6 , 2015. 2015. /s/Shannon Deckwa SHANNON DECKWA www.SoundClassifieds.com Personal Representa- find what you need 24 hours a day

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N OT I C E O F T RU S TEEâ€™S SALE Trusteeâ€™s Sale No: WAUSB-13013981 Loan No. 7884466522 Pursuant to R.C.W. Chapter 61.24, et seq. and 62A.9A-604(a)(2) et s e q . I N OT I C E I S HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES OF WASHINGTON, INC., will on April 10, 2015, at the hour of 10:00 AM, at THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO THE CITY HALL, 865 SE BARRINGTON DRIVE, OA K H A R B O R , WA , sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real and personal property (hereafter referred to collectively as the â€œPropertyâ€?), situated in the County of ISLAND, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 11, BLOCK 5 , S H A D OW G L E N , DIVISION NO. 6, ACC O R D I N G TO P L AT RECORDED IN VOLUME 12 OF PLATS, PAGE 17, RECORDS OF ISLAND COUNTY, WA S H I N G TO N . Ta x P a r c e l N o : S8140-06-05011-0, commonly known as 840 NW ILLAHEE DRIVE, OAK HARBOR, WA. The Property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 8/11/2005, recorded 8/19/2005, under Audit o r â€™s / R e c o r d e r â€™s N o. 4144541, records of I S L A N D C o u n t y, Washington, from JAMES A. SYLVESTER, SINGLE AND AMY M. PYBURN, SINGLE, as Grantor, to B R I A N LY N C H , a s Tr u s t e e, i n favo r o f M O RT G AG E E L E C TRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR US BANK N.A., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which is presently h e l d by U. S. B A N K NATIONAL ASSOCIATION. 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 Borrowerâ€™s or Grantorâ€™s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III The default(s) for which this foreclosure is/are made are as foll o w s : FA I L U R E TO PAY THE MONTHLY PAY M E N T W H I C H BECAME DUE ON 9/1/2012, AND ALL S U B S E Q U E N T M O N T H LY PAYMENTS, PLUS LATE CHARGES AND OTHER COSTS AND FEES AS SET FORTH. Other potential defaults do not involve payment to the Beneficiar y. If applicable, each of these defaults must also be cured. Listed below are categories of common defaults which do not i n vo l ve p ay m e n t o f money to the Beneficiary. Opposite of each such listed default is a brief description of the

action/documentation necessary to cure the default. The list does not exhaust all possible other defaults; any defaults identified by Beneficiary or Trustee that are not listed b e l ow mu s t a l s o b e c u r e d . OT H E R D E FAULT ACTION NECE S S A RY TO C U R E Nonpayment of Taxes/Assessments Deliver to Trustee written proof that all taxes and assessments against the property are paid current Default under any senior lien Deliver to Trustee written proof that all senior liens are pain current and that no other defaults exist Failure to insure proper ty against hazard Deliver to Trustee written proof that the property is insure against hazard as required by t h e D e e d o f Tr u s t Waste Cease and desist from committing waste, repair all damage to proper ty and maintain proper ty as required in Deed of Tr u s t U n a u t h o r i z e d sale of property (Due on sale) Revert title to permitted vestee Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Delinquent Payments from September 01, 2012 1 payments at $1,208.15 each $1,208.15 10 payments at $1,220.43 each $12,204.30 6 payments at $1,240.18 each $7,441.08 6 payments at $1,178.91 each $7,073.46 5 payments at $1,185.01 each $5,925.05 (09-01-12 through 12-02-14) Amount to reinstate on or before 12/24/14 $33,852.04 IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal $150,759.56, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument secured, 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, express or implied regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on April 10, 2015. The default(s) r e fe r r e d t o i n p a ra graph III must be cured by March 30, 2015 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before March 30, 2015, (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in p a ra gra p h I I I i s / a r e cured and the Tr usteeâ€™s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated at any time after March 30, 2015, (11 days before the sale date) and be-

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fore the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire principal and intere s t s e c u r e d by t h e D e e d o f Tr u s t , p l u s 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 and Grantor at the following addresses: AMY M. PYBURN, 840 NW ILLAHEE DRIVE, OAK HARB O R , WA , 9 8 2 7 7 JAMES A. SYLVESTER, 840 NW ILLAHEE DRIVE, OAK HARBOR, WA, 98277 by both first class and certified mail on 02/04/2014, proof of which is in the possession of the Tr ustee; and on 2/4/2014, the Borrower and Grantor were personally served 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 Tr ustee 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 of their interest in the above described property. IX Anyone having any objection to the 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 same pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds fo r i n va l i d a t i n g t h e Trustee’s Sale. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE S A L E O F YO U R HOME. You have only 20 days from the recording date on this notice to pursue media t i o n . D O N OT D E L AY. C O N TA C T A HOUSING COUNSELOR TO AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to access your situation and refer you to mediation if you eligible and it may help you save your home. S e e b e l o w fo r s a fe sources of help. SEEKI N G A S S I S TA N C E 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 house,

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you may contact the following: o The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and r e fe r r a l t o h o u s i n g counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commiss i o n : Te l e p h o n e : 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Web site: www.wshfc.org o The United States Depar tment of Housing and Urban Developm e n t : Te l e p h o n e : 1-800-569-4287 Web site: www.hud.gov o The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing: Telep h o n e : 1-800-606-4819 Web site: www.ocla.wa.gov X NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the proper ty on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the D e e d o f Tr u s t ( t h e o w n e r ) a n d a n yo n e having an interest junior to the Deed of Trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summar y proceeding under the Unlawful Detainer Act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. Sale Information Line: 714-730-2727 or Website: http://www.lpsas a p . c o m D AT E D : 12/2/14 PEAK FORECLOSURE SERVICES O F WA S H I N G TO N , I N C. , A S T RU S T E E O n e U n i o n S q u a r e, Suite 1730, 600 University Street Seattle, WA 98101 By: Lilian Solano, Trustee Sale O f f i c e r A d d r e s s fo r Service of Process: Peak Foreclosure Services of Washington, Inc. One Union Square, Suite 1730 600 University S t r e e t S e a t t l e , WA 98101 (206) 682-0822 Address for Account Inquiries: Peak Foreclosure Services, Inc. 5900 Canoga Avenue, Suite 220 Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (818) 591-9237 A-4501373 03/12/2015, 04/02/2015 Legal No. WEX617937 Published: The Whidbey Examiner March 12, April 2, 2015.

COMMUNICATION IS A N AT T E M P T T O COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMAT I O N O B TA I N E D WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE I NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Bishop, Marshall & Weibel, P.S. will on March 20, 2015 at 10:00 am at the main entrance to City Hall, 865 SE Barrington Drive, in the City of Oak Harbor located at Island County, State of Wa s h i n g t o n , s e l l a t public auction to the highest bidder, payable at the time of sale, the fo l l ow i n g d e s c r i b e d real property, situated in Island County, State of Washington, to-wit; LOT 82, BLOCK 15, PLAT OF SCATCHET HEAD ADDITION, DIV I S I O N N O. 3 , A S PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 8 OF PLATS, PAGES 50, 51 AND 52, RECORDS OF ISLAND COUNTY, WASHINGTON. S I U AT E I N T H E COUNTY OF ISLAND, STATE OF WASHINGTON. which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated Januar y 19, 2006, recorded Januar y 30, 2006, under Au d i t o r ’s F i l e N o. 4161036 records of Island County, Washington, from Anastasia M e s s m e r, a S i n g l e Woman, as Grantor, to LS Title of Washington, a Washington Corporation , as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mor tgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. is a separate corporation that is acting solely as a nominee for Countrywide Home Loans, Inc. and its successors and assigns as Beneficiary. Nationstar Mor tgage LLC is now the beneficiar y of the deed of trust. The sale will be made without any warranty concerning the title to, or the condition of the property. 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 Grantor’s default on the obligat i o n s e c u r e d by t h e Deed of Trust. III The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: i) Failure to pay the following amounts, now in arrears: Amount due to reinstate by December 17, 2014 Delinquent Monthly Payments Due from 6/1/2010 through 12/1/2014: 9 payment(s) at $ 657.23 1 2 p ay m e n t ( s ) a t $ 663.17 1 2 p ay m e n t ( s ) a t $ 683.91 1 2 p ay m e n t ( s ) a t $ 670.52 1 0 p ay m e n t ( s ) a t $ 657.83

Total: $36,704.57 Accrued Late Charges $ 102.10 Corporate Advances $3,510.80 TOTAL DEFAULT $40,317.47 ii) Default Delinquent Homeowner’s Assessment Lien, plus interest and penalties. Description of Action Required to Cure and Documentation Necessary to Show Cure Proof of Payoff Evidence/Proof must be provided that the delinquency has been brought current. IV The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: $108,859.41, together with interest from May 1, 2010 as provided in the note or other instrument, 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 proper ty 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, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances on March 20, 2015. T h e p ay m e n t s, l a t e charges, or other defaults must be cured by March 9, 2015 (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time on or before March 9, 2015 (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, or other defaults, is/are cured and the Tr u s t e e ’s f e e s a n d costs are paid. Payment must be with cashier’s or cer tified checks from a State or fe d e r a l l y c h a r t e r e d bank. The sale may be terminated any time after March 9, 2015 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of a ny r e c o r d e d j u n i o r lien or encumbrance 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 and Grantor at the following address(es): Anastasia Messmer 6928 Silvana Ter Rd Stanwood, WA 92506 Anastasia Messmer 6928 Silvana Terrace Rd Stanwood, WA 98292 Anastasia Messmer 8147 Lopez Dr.

Clinton, WA 98236 John Doe Unknown Spouse of Anastasia Messmer 6928 Silvana Ter Rd Stanwood, WA 92506 John Doe Unknown Spouse of Anastasia Messmer 6928 Silvana Terrace Rd Stanwood, WA 98292 John Doe Unknown Spouse of Anastasia Messmer 8147 Lopez Dr. Clinton, WA 98236 by both first class and cer tified mail on August 5, 2014, proof of which is in the possession of the Tr ustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on August 5, 2014, 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 Tr ustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII T h e Tr u s t e e w h o s e name and address are set forth 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 objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objection 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 proper ty 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 proper ty, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. If the Trustee’s Sale is set aside for any reason, the submitted bid will be for thwith returned without interest and the bidder will have no right to purc h a s e t h e p r o p e r t y. Recover y of the bid amount without interest constitutes the limit of the bidder’s recourse a g a i n s t t h e Tr u s t e e

and/or the Beneficiary. XI NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS AND PARTIES WHO ARE GUARANTORS OF THE OBLIGATIONS SECURED BY THIS DEED OF T RU S T: ( 1 ) T h e Guarantor may be liable for a deficiency judgment to the extent the sale price obtained at the Trustee’s Sale is less than the debt secured by the Deed of Trust; (2) The Guarantor has the same rights to reinstate the debt, cure the default, or repay the debt as is given to the grantor in order to avoid the trust e e ’s s a l e ; ( 3 ) T h e Guarantor will have no right to redeem the property after the Trustee’s Sale; (4) Subject to such longer periods as are provided in the Washington Deed of Tr u s t A c t , C h a p t e r 61.24 RCW, any action brought to enforce a guaranty must be commenced within one year after the Trustee’s Sale, or the last Trustee’s Sale under any deed of trust granted to secure the same debt; and (5) In any action for a deficiency, the Guarantor will have the right to establish the fair value of the property as of the date of the Tr ustee’s Sale, less prior liens and encumbrances, and to limit its liability for a deficiency to the difference between the debt and the greater of such fair value or the sale pr ice paid at the Trustee’s Sale, plus interest and costs. DAT E D : D e c e m b e r 15, 2014 BISHOP, MARSHALL & WEIBEL, P.S. Successor Trustee By:/s/William L Bishop, Jr. William L. Bishop, Jr., President 720 Olive Way, Suite 1201 Seattle, WA 98101 (206) 622-7527 State of Washington ) ) ss. County of King ) On this 15 day of December, 2014, before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of Washington, duly commissioned and sworn, personally appeared William L. Bishop, Jr., to me known to be an Officer of Bishop, Marshall & Weibel, P.S., the corporation that executed the foregoing instrument and acknowledged the said instrument to be the free and voluntary act and deed of said corporation, for the uses and purposes therein mentioned, and on oath states that they are authorized to execute the said instrument. WITNESS my hand and official seal hereto a f f i xe d t h e d ay a n d year first above written. /s/Darla Trautman Name: Dar la Trautman N OTA RY P U B L I C i n and for the State of Washington at: King County

My Appt. Exp: April 9, 2016 Legal No. WEX613421 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Febr uar y 19, March 12, 2015.

dersigned Trustee, will 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 Island, State of Wa s h i n g t o n , t o - w i t : L O T 4 1 , P L AT O F CARLTON HEIGHTS, DIVISION NO. 2, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 12 OF P L AT S , PA G E S 4 9 AND 50, RECORDS OF ISLAND COUNTY, WASHINGTON. APN: 227944/S6320-02-000 41-0 More commonly known as 829 SW 13TH AVENUE, OAK HARBOR, WA 98277 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated as of September 24, 2009, executed by S H A N E D. DAV I S AND KRISTINA D. DAVIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee fo r M O RT G AG E I N V E S TO R S C O R P O RATION, Beneficiar y of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded October 2, 2009 as Instrument No. 4261216 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Planet Home Lending, LLC and recorded August 7, 2014 as Instrument Number 4363616 of official records in the Office of the Recorder o f I s l a n d C o u n t y, Washington. II. No act i o n c o m m e n c e d by Planet Home Lending, LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligat i o n s e c u r e d by t h e D e e d o f Tr u s t / M o r t gage. Current Beneficiary: Planet Home Lending, LLC Contact P h o n e N o : (866) 882-8187 Address: 321 Research Pa r k w ay, S t e . 3 0 3 , Meriden, CT 06450 III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as foll o w s : FA I L U R E TO PAY WHEN DUE THE F O L L O W I N G AMOUNTS WHICH ARE NOW IN ARREARS: DELINQUENT PAYMENT INF O R M AT I O N F r o m Februar y 1, 2011 To N ove m b e r 2 6 , 2 0 1 4 Number of Payments 5 M o n t h l y Pay m e n t $1,400.91 19 $1,454.13 12 $1,325.19 10 $1,222.39 Total $62,759.20 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION February 1, 2011 N ove m b e r 2 6 , 2 0 1 4 $48.15 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: September 24, 2009 Note Amount: $252,150.00

Reference Number(s) of Documents assigned or released: 4161036 Document Title: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Grantor : B i s h o p, M a r s h a l l & We i b e l , P.S. Grantee: Anastasia M e s s m e r, a S i n g l e Woman Abbreviated Legal Description as Follows: LOT 82, BLOCK 15, S C AT C H E T H E A D ADDITION, DIVISION NO. 3 Assessor’s Proper ty Ta x Pa r c e l / A c c o u n t N u m b e r ( s ) : S8110-03-15082-0 WE ARE A DEBT COLLECTOR. THIS

SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON ISLAND COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of Beverly E. Lane, Deceased. Case No. 15-4-00044-8 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim is barred by otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim in the manner as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Personal Representative or the Personal representative’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the cour t. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditor as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication ofthe notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the deced e n t ’s p r o b a t e a n d nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 5th, 2015 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Nanette Streubel ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Charles Arndt of Kelly, Arndt & Walker, Attorneys at Law, PLLP ADDRESS FOR MAILI N G O R S E RV I C E : 504 N. Main St. Coupeville, WA 98239 COURT OF PROBATE PROCEEDINGS AND CAUSE NUMBER: Island County Superior Court Cause Number No. 15-4-00044-8 Legal No. WEX618116 Published: The Whidbey Examiner March 5, 12, 19, 2015. T S N o WA 0 6 0 0 0 0 9 4 - 1 4 - 1 A P N 2 2 7 9 4 4 / S6320-02-00041-0 TO No 8445810 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Apr il 10, 2015, 10:00 AM, at the main entrance to the City Hall, 865 SE Barrington Drive, Oak H a r b o r, WA 9 8 2 7 7 , MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the un-

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Interest Paid To: January 1, 2011 Next Due Date: February 1, 2011 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $246,571.47, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instr ument secured, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instr ument 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. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on April 10, 2015. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by March 30, 2015, (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 March 30, 2015 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is cured and the Tr ustees’ fees and costs a r e p a i d . Pay m e n t must be in cash or with cashiers’ or cer tified checks from a State or fe d e r a l l y c h a r t e r e d bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the March 30, 2015 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale, by the Borrower or Grantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance by paying the principal and interest, plus costs, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the current Beneficiary, Planet Home Lending, LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the foll ow i n g a d d r e s s ( e s ) : ADDRESS KRISTINA D DAV I S 8 2 9 S W 13TH AVENUE, OAK HARBOR, WA 98277 K R I S T I N A D DAV I S 6 5 1 S W 2 N D AV E , O A K H A R B O R , WA 98277 KRISTINA D DAVIS 651 SW 2ND AVE, OAK HARBOR, WA 98277-5300 KRIST I N A D DAV I S 8 2 9 S W 1 3 T H AV, O A K HARBOR, WA 98277 K R I S T I N A D DAV I S 829 SW 13TH AVENUE, PAK HARBOR, WA 98277 SHANE D DAVIS 829 SW 13TH AVENUE, OAK HARBOR, WA 98277 SHANE D DAVIS 651 S W 2 N D AV E , OA K HARBOR, WA 98277 SHANE D DAVIS 651 S W 2 N D AV E , OA K H A R B O R , WA 98277-5300 SHANE D DAVIS 829 SW 13TH AVE, OAK HARBOR, WA 98277 SHANE D DAVIS 829 SW 13TH AVENUE, PAK HARB O R , WA 9 8 2 7 7 by

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both first class and certified mail on October 15, 2014, proof of which is in the possession of the Tr ustee; and 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 Pa r a g r a p h I a b o ve , and the Tr ustee 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 proper ty. 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 fo r i n va l i d a t i n g t h e Tr ustees’ Sale. X. If the Borrower received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE S A L E O F YO U R HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date on this notice to pursue media t i o n . D O N OT D E L AY. C O N TA C T A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you might eligible and it may help you save your home. S e e b e l o w fo r s a fe sources of help. SEEKI N G A S S I S TA N C E 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 Commiss i o n : Te l e p h o n e : (877) 894-4663 or (800) 606-4819 Webs i t e : w w w. w s h f c . o r g The United States Depar tment of Housing and Urban Developm e n t : Te l e p h o n e : (800) 569-4287 Website: www.hud.gov The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attor neys: Telephone: (800) 606-4819 We b s i t e : w w w. h o meownership.wa.gov N OT I C E TO O C C U PANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the

Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the proper ty on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the D e e d o f Tr u s t ( t h e o w n e r ) a n d a n yo n e 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 the Unlawful Detainer Act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060; Dated: November 26, 2014 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Tr u s t e e B y : J e a n Greagor, Author ized Signatory MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Cor ps 1700 Seventh Ave nu e, S u i t e 2 1 0 0 S e a t t l e WA 9 8 1 0 1 Phone: (800) 409-7530 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. D B A Tr u s t e e C o r p s TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION CAN BE O B TA I N E D O N L I N E AT www.insourcelogic.com. Order No. WA14-000338-2, Pub Dates 03/12/2015, 04/02/2015 Legal No. WEX618685 Published: The Whidbey Examiner March 12, April 2, 2015.

TON LYING WESTERLY OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LINE: BEGINNING AT THE MOST SOUTHE R LY C O R N E R O F AFOREMENTIONED LOT 4, SAID POINT LY I N G S O U T H 60°04’00” WEST A DISTANCE OF 150.00 FEET FROM THE M O S T E A S T E R LY CORNER OF SAID LOT 4; THENCE NORTH 08°18’06” E A S T A D I S TA N C E OF 196.60 FEET TO A POINT ON THE NORTH LINE OF AFOREMENTIONED LOT 5 AND THE TERMINUS POINT OF HEREIN DESCRIBED LINE. TOGETHER WITH THAT PORTION OF TRACT 3 OF SURVEY RECORDED IN BOOK 5 OF SURVEY, AT PA G E 4 2 5 , RECORDS OF ISLAND COUNTY, DESCRIBED AS FOLL OW S : B E G I N N I N G AT T H E M O S T S O U T H E R LY C O R NER OF LOT 4, BLOCK 36, PLAT OF CAMANO COUNTRY CLUB ADDITION NO. 20 AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 9 OF PLATS O N PA G E 8 1 , RECORDS OF ISLAND COUNTY; THENCE NORTH 61°45’03” WEST A DISTANCE OF 72.43 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 78°43’00” WEST A DISTANCE O F 1 8 . 2 5 F E E T TO THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT 5 O F S A I D P L AT O F CAMANO COUNTRY CLUB; THENCE SOUTH 69°23’57” E A S T A D I S TA N C E O F 8 7 . 2 8 F E E T TO THE MOST SOUTHE R LY C O R N E R O F AFOREMENTIONED LOT 4 AND THE TRUE POINT OF BEGINNING. (ALSO KNOWN AS LOT B OF BOUNDARY LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 015/90 RECORDED JANUARY 16, 1991, U N D E R AU D I TO R ’ S FILE NO. 91000711, RECORDS OF ISL A N D C O U N T Y, WASHINGTON). SITU AT E I N T H E COUNTY OF ISLAND, STATE OF WASHINGTON. More commonly k n ow n a s : 1 8 8 0 E l hardt St , Camano Island, WA 982826320 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 5/30/2008, recorded 06/05/2008, under 4230063 records of Island County, Washington, from GEORGE L . T O D D, A S H I S SEPARATE ESTATE, as Grantor(s), to STEWART TITLE, as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of SENIOR LIFE SOLUTIONS, INC, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by SENIOR LIFE SOLUTIONS, INC (or by its successorsin-interest and/or assigns, if any), to NAT I O N S TA R M O R TGAGE LLC D/B/A C H A M P I O N M O R TGAGE COMPANY. 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 Tr u s t / M o r t g a g e . I I I . The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: THE PROPERTY CEASED TO BE THE P R I N C I PA L R E S I DENCE OF THE BORROWER(S) FOR A REASON OTHER T H A N D E AT H A N D T H E P RO P E RT Y I S NOT THE PRINCIPAL R E S I D E N C E O F AT LEAST ONE OTHER BORROWER AND, AS A R E S U LT, A L L SUMS DUE UNDER THE NOTE HAVE BECOME DUE AND PAYABLE. This default can be resolved if at least one borrower takes possession of the property as his or her principal residence. In order to cure the default in this manner you must contact Quality, t h e c u r r e n t t r u s t e e, whose contact information is set forth herein. IV. The total sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: the principal sum of $183,229.95, together with interest as provided in the Note, Deed of Trust, or other instrument secured from 7/17/2014 on, and such other costs, fees, and charges as are due under the Note, Deed of Trust, or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute.V. The above-described real proper ty will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust as provided by statute. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on 3/20/2015. The default(s) referred t o i n Pa r a g r a p h I I I must be cured before this sale date (if curable) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if the default as set for th in Paragraph III is cured. For monetar y defaults, payments must be in cash or with cashiers or certified checks from a State or Federally char tered bank. The sale may also be terminated any time before the sale date set forth in this Paragraph if the Borrower, Grantor or holder of any recorded junior lien or encmpbrance pays the entire principal and interest, plus costs, charges, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the Note, Deed of Trust and/or other instrument secured, and cures all o t h e r d e fa u l t s. V I . A written Notice of Default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es):

NAME GEORGE L. TODD ADDRESS 1880 Elhardt St, Cam a n o I s l a n d , WA 9 8 2 8 2 6 3 2 0 by b o t h first class and certified mail, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and 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 Pa r a g r a p h I a b o ve , and the Tr ustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. These requirements were completed as of 9/29/2014. VII. T h e Tr u s t e e w h o s e 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 t h e G ra n t o r a n d a l l t h o s e w h o h o l d by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described proper ty. 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 fo r i n va l i d a t i n g t h e Tr u s t e e ’s s a l e. N O TICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee’s Sale is entitled to possession of the proper ty 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. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE S A L E O F YO U R HOME. You have only 20 DAYS from the recording date of this notice to pursue mediation. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR A N AT TO R N E Y L I C E N S E D I N WA S H INGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it m ay h e l p y o u s a ve your home. See below fo r s a fe s o u r c e s o f h e l p. S E E K I N G A S S I S TA N C E H o u s i n g counselors and legal a s s i s t a n c e m ay b e available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance i n d e t e r m i n i n g yo u r

rights and oppor tun i t i e s t o ke e p yo u r house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commiss i o n : To l l - f r e e : 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or W e b s i t e : http://www.dfi.wa.gov/c onsumers/homeownership/post_purchase_counselors_foreclosure.h tm. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Developm e n t : To l l - f r e e : 1-800-569-4287 or National Web Site: h t t p : / / p o r tal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD or for Local counseling agencies in W a s h i n g t o n : http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/hcc/fc/ind ex . c f m ? we b L i s t A c tion=search&searchstate=WA&filterSvc=dfc The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and att o r n ey s : Te l e p h o n e : 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http://nwjust i c e . o r g / w h a t - c l e a r. ADDITIONAL NOTICES: If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall h ave n o f u r t h e r r e -

course against the Trustor, the Trustee, t h e B e n e f i c i a r y, t h e Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankr uptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A D E B T C O L L E C TO R AT T E M P T I N G T O COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMAT I O N O B TA I N E D WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date d : N OV 1 7 2 0 1 4 Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, as Trustee By: Tricia Moreno, Assistant Secretary Trustee’s Mailing Address: Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington C/O Quality Loan Service Corp. 411 Ivy Street, San Diego, CA 92101 (866) 645-7711 Trustee’s Physical Address: Quality Loan Service Cor p. of Washington 1 0 8 1 s t Ave S o u t h , Suite 202 Seattle, WA 98104 (866) 925-0241 S a l e L i n e : 714-573-1965 Or Login to: http://wa.qualityloan.com TS No.: WA - 1 4 - 6 3 7 1 2 5 - N H P1120744 2/19, 03/12/2015 Legal No. WEX614543 Published: The Whidbey Examiner Febr uar y 19, March 12, 2015.

T S N o . : WA - 1 4 - 6 3 7 1 2 5 - N H A P N N o . : S6250-20-36005-0 Title Order No.: 1 4 0 1 8 5 5 0 8 - WA - M S I Grantor(s): GEORGE L . T O D D, A S H I S S E PA R AT E E S TAT E Grantee(s): SENIOR LIFE SOLUTIONS, INC Deed of Trust Ins t r u m e n t / R e fe r e n c e No.: 4230063 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et. seq. I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Quality Loan Service Corp. of Washington, the undersigned Trustee, will on 3/20/2015, at 10:00 AM At the front entrance of Oak Harbor City Hall 865 SE Barrington Drive Oak Harbor, WA 98277 sell at public auction to the highest and best bidd e r, p aya bl e i n t h e for m of credit bid or cash bid in the form of cashier’s check or certified checks from federally or State chart e r e d b a n k s, a t t h e time of sale the following described real proper ty, situated in the County of ISLAND, State of Washington, to wit: ALL THAT PORTION OF LOTS 4 AND 5, BLOCK 36, PLAT OF CAMANO COUNTRY CLUB ADDITION NO. 20 AS RECORDED IN VOLUME 9 OF PLATS ON PAGE 81, RECORDS OF ISL A N D C O U N T Y, STATE OF WASHING-

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