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OCTOBER 22, 2025
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Seattle Marches for Democracy: Tens of Thousands Join Historic ‘No Kings’ Rally In King County
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early 100,000 people came together at Seattle Center on Saturday for the “No Kings” rally, the largest public demonstration in the city’s history and one of the biggest political protests in the Pacific Northwest in decades.
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“In King County, the only King we recognize is Dr. Martin Luther!”
LAURA MARIE RIVERA
The rally was part of a coordinated series of demonstrations held in cities across the country. Speakers in Seattle pointed to recent national developments, including the use of federal troops in U.S. cities and what they called efforts to erode checks and balances. “Donald Trump is no king. But he acts like one,” the organizers warned. “Over the past months, he has escalated efforts to consolidate power, punish political enemies, and weaponize the machinery of
government. Only the people, in numbers, can stop him.” Organizers from Seattle Indivisible said the rally was a response to what they described as escalating threats to democratic institutions under former President Donald Trump. Police estimated the crowd at over 90,000, surpassing attendance at the city’s protest marches earlier this year. Carrying handmade signs and waving American flags, demonstrators gathered at Seattle Center before marching through downtown streets. Many chanted, “No kings” and “this is what democracy looks like!” Girmay Zahilay is the Chair of King County Council and he shared part of his story. “My family came to Seattle when I was three years old,” Zahilay told the crowd. He recounted the struggles that his family faced. “What gave us a chance was America at its best. We had an affordable home because of HUD investments. We had health care because of
The historic crowd came from all over the city and region with their handmade signs, hundreds of flags, and colorful inflatables. It was peaceful and organized. No arrests were made.
Medicaid. We had food because of SNAP. I got to go to college because of Pell Grants.” Zahilay added, “My life’s journey to this stage today would not be possible in 2025. The programs that helped my family are being dismantled. That’s why I’m here.” He promised to work with the Governor, Attorney General, state and local leaders to protect the people. He then called on protesters to do everything they can—from the magnificent to the mundane—to defend Democracy: show up at budget meetings and immigration hearings, write op-eds, call Congress members, donate money, and remember to vote all the way down the ballot.
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hat if we trained our emotional response like a muscle? In a sense, we already do — unconsciously. Imagine it’s 8 a.m.: you’ve spilled coffee on an important report, missed a meeting, and a tense text lands in your inbox. Most of us react automatically, letting stress spiral. But research shows negative thought loops and ruminaErica tion wire Browne the brain for Grivas more of the same — and our brains Your Best Life can also learn to lean into positivity instead. With intention and attention, we can keep our emotional responses in a healthy range, fostering clearer communication both internally and externally. How? By consciously building resilience. But what is mental resilience? Simply put, it’s the ability to bounce back from life’s challenges, so that low points hit less hard and recovery happens faster “Resilience is the capacity inside us to both survive the worst day of our life, and thrive in every day,” says Dr. Rick Hanson, author of “Resilient.” “It’s for dealing with everyday stresses so that as life challenges us, we are not swamped by it.” Like a keel on a sailboat buffeted by waves, “they hit you but don’t sink you.” Conditions like burnout, anxiety and depression are increasing
worldwide, according to the World Health Organization. According to WHO, over a billion people worldwide live with mental health conditions, and the global economic burden of untreated stress and burnout runs into trillions. These figures show that resilience isn’t just personal — it’s a societal priority. Beyond the personal toll, these conditions carry significant economic costs. Taking better care of ourselves may be the key to turning the tide. We often wait until a mental crisis hits — panic attacks, frequent conflicts, or loss of interest in life — before seeking help. It’s like waiting to see a doctor until an injury becomes chronic. We know our bodies benefit from exercise, vitamins, sleep, and good nutrition, yet most of us overlook preventative care for our emotions and nervous system. Fortunately, resilience can be cultivated. Here are some strategies that can help hardwire resilience into your brain, body – and your life. The American Psychological Association suggested resilience is built on finding balance across four key areas: • Experiencing strong emotions and sidelining them when necessary. Let yourself feel the hard feelings when you can, take a beat to calm down otherwise. In other words, pause before say things you can’t take back or send that angry email. • Take action to support your personal and professional life, your problems and meet the while making time to reenergize yourself. Don’t overbook – making time for
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• Work toward goals: set tangible, achievable goals. Even baby steps build confidence, self-reliance, and a sense of purpose. • Take care of yourself. The APA says, “Pay attention to your needs and feelings. Engage in activities that you enjoy and find relaxing. Exercise regularly. Taking care of yourself helps to keep your mind and body primed to deal with situations that require resilience.” Journaling, and meditation can be helpful tools as well. Journaling or meditation can support resilience by keeping your mind and body primed for life’s challenges. Like a well-tended garden, resilience grows from steady care — watering, pruning, resting. When we nurture balance in the calm seasons, we’re ready to weather the storms when they come. This week, choose one small practice — a five-minute journal, a short walk with a friend, or pausing before reacting — and notice how it strengthens your ability to bend, not break.
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Savor the Season: Seattle Restaurant Week Returns Oct. 26-Nov. 8 Diners invited to #CraveYourOwnPath through Seattle’s diverse food scene. Staff Report
classic crème brulé for dessert - all for $50. Each participating restaurant will offer its own spin, whether a three-course dinner, brunch tasting, or shareable menu designed for discovery.
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eattle’s favorite dining tradition returns this fall as Seattle Restaurant Week (SRW) celebrates the city’s culinary talent and local bounty from October 26 to November 8, 2025. More than 200 restaurants, cafés, bars, food trucks, and pop-ups across the region will offer special prix fixe menus at $20, $35, $50, and $65, giving diners a chance to explore new flavors and neighborhoods while supporting local businesses. This fall’s theme, #CraveYourOwnPath, invites diners to design their own culinary adventure, whether that means discovering a new pop-up in Beacon Hill, sampling handmade pasta in Madison Valley, or returning to a long-time favorite in Queen Anne. FALL IN EVERY BITE Autumn brings the Pacific Northwest’s best ingredients to the table - chanterelle mushrooms, winter squash, Dungeness crab, and salmon. Seattle chefs embrace the season, crafting menus that highlight freshness and creativity. “Fall is when our farmers and fishers are at their most abundant,” said Mariah DeLeo, Good Food Economy Program
“Restaurant Week isn’t just about eating out,” said DeLeo. “It’s about showing up for the people who make Seattle a vibrant and delicious place to live.” Director. “Seattle Restaurant Week celebrates that bounty while supporting the restaurants that connect us to it.” Expect menus that blend comfort and artistry: roasted vegetable pasta, seafood entrées, rich soups, and spiced apple desserts that taste like fall itself.
TIPS FOR DINERS • Plan ahead: Reservations fill quickly, especially on weekends. • Go midweek: Try early in the week for a more relaxed experience. • Browse menus early: New listings appear at srweek.org throughout October. • Mix it up: Try appetizers in one spot and dessert in another. • Support your values: Use filters to find restaurants that align with sustainability or ownership goals you care about.
MORE THAN JUST A MEAL SRW began as a way to support local restaurants during slower seasons but has grown into a citywide celebration of Seattle’s food culture. Each participating venue creates its own menu — from multicourse dinners to brunch specials — giving chefs the freedom to showcase fan favorites or experiment with new dishes. Seattle’s restaurant industry continues to adapt to rising costs and changing customer habits. The Seattle Restaurant Alliance reported that early 2025 sales were down from the previous year, with many restaurants reducing hours or staff. According to a recent OpenTable report, restaurant reservations increase about 24% during SRW compared to the month before — a boost that can make a real difference for small businesses. Events like SRW offer crucial support and highlight the resilience of the local dining scene, from family-owned cafés to fine-dining fixtures. Chefs continue to innovate with popups, tasting flights, and collaborations that reflect the city’s ever-evolving food culture.
SRW also gives back through its Give a Meal program, which partners with participating restaurants to raise funds for community meal efforts. A portion of proceeds supports local food-access initiatives, offering a tangible way for diners to help combat food insecurity simply by enjoying a night out.
A CELEBRATION OF COMMUNITY AND CREATIVITY Now in its 15th year, Seattle Restaurant Week remains one of the city’s most anticipated culinary traditions. It connects diners and chefs through shared experiences and highlights the talent and diversity that define Seattle’s food scene. “It’s a chance to celebrate the chefs, farmers, and small business owners who make Seattle taste like home,” said DeLeo. So, whether you’re craving a fine-dining experience, a casual night out, or a neighborhood gem you’ve yet to discover, SRW is the perfect time to savor the season.
MAP YOUR OWN CULINARY JOURNEY The event’s official website, srweek. org, features an interactive map launching in early October. Diners can browse restaurants by neighborhood, cuisine, or dining values such as vegan, glutenfree, BIPOC-owned, woman-owned, or EnviroStar-certified. This makes it easy to “crave your own path” in a new corner of the city or rediscover a nearby gem. TASTES TO TRY At Maximilien in Pike Place Market, the SRW menu features endive tabbouleh or grilled oysters to start, followed by HachisParmentier or snapper papillote, and a
Savvy Senior: How to Use Medicare’s Star Ratings System During Open Enrollment
Dear Shopper, f you’re shopping and comparing Medicare Advantage plans (the alternative to original Medicare) or Part D prescription drug plans during the open enrollment (Oct. 15 – Dec. 7), you’ll likely find a dizzying number of options to choose from. The Medicare star rating system is a terrific tool to help you narrow down your choices. Here’s what you should know.
above average, three means average, two means below average, and one means poor. Medicare Advantage plans (but not Part D plans) that get at least a four-star rating get bonus payments from Medicare, which they can use to provide extra benefits. You should also know that plans that get fewer than three stars for three consecutive years, can be terminated by Medicare, so plans are incentivized to keep their quality up. Such low-performing plans show up on Plan Finder with an upside-down red triangle that has an exclamation point inside. People in these low-performing plans can switch to ones rated three stars or better during Medicare’s Special Enrollment Period for Disenrollment, which is between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31.
UNDERSTANDING STAR RATINGS The Medicare star ratings, which you’ll find in the Medicare’s online Plan Finder tool at Medicare.gov/ plan-compare, offers a shorthand look at how Medicare Advantage and Part D plans measure up for quality and member experience. In this annual rating system, five stars means excellent, four means
HOW RATINGS ARE COMPRISED Part D and Medicare Advantage star ratings comprised up to 40 or 30 quality and performance measures, respectively. Ratings for both types of plans are based partly on member experience, customer service, and plan performance. Part D ratings also assess prescription drug safety and pricing,
By Jim Miller Dear Savvy Senior, What does Medicare factor into their star rating system? I need to find a new Medicare plan during the open enrollment period and want to get it right this time. —Medicare Shopper
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• Don’t panic if a plan’s 2026 star rating is slightly lower than its 2025 rating. The downgrade could be due to a blip in the way the ratings are computed from year to year. It’s best to look at a plan’s star-rating history over several years.
while Medicare Advantage ratings also look at whether members are staying healthy and if ones with chronic conditions get the tests and treatments typically recommended to them. Be aware that five-star plans are few and far between. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has revised the Medicare star rating methodology in recent years, making it extremely hard for a plan to earn five stars. In 2025, just 2 percent of people with Medicare Advantage/Part D plans and 5 percent in stand-alone Part D plans have five stars. Fourstar plans are much easier to find, as more than 70 percent of people
with Medicare Advantage are enrolled in them. SHOPPING TIPS Here are some tips to consider when evaluating Medicare Advantage and Part D star ratings during open enrollment: • Don’t choose or reject a Medicare Advantage or Part D plan only because of its star rating. Costs and access to services or health providers should be your top priority when choosing a plan. But a star rating could be your deciding factor when choosing between two plans with similar out-of-pocket costs and coverage.
• If you’re fine with the cost and coverage of a plan but concerned about its star rating, click through the Medicare Plan Finder for the star ratings subcategories. You’ll be able to see how the plan scored in the specific quality and member satisfaction yardsticks that matter to you. If you have questions or need help choosing a plan, contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (877-8392675, ShipHelp.org), which offers free unbiased Medicare counseling in person or over the phone. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior. org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070.
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OCTOBER 22, 2025
Microsoft Launches AI Education Initiative in Washington State Program aims to close tech access gaps and prepare students for an AI-driven future Staff Report
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icrosoft has announced a sweeping new initiative to bring artificial intelligence tools and training to every public high school and community college in Washington state. The program - called Elevate Washington - is designed to close what the company calls the “AI opportunity gap,” ensuring that students, teachers, and communities statewide can benefit from the technology transforming workplaces and classrooms alike. WHAT THE PROGRAM INCLUDES Starting in January 2026, Microsoft will begin offering its Copilot Studio software free for three years to all 295 public school districts and 34 community colleges across the state. Copilot Studio allows schools to create custom AI agents - no coding required - to help automate common tasks like scheduling, data tracking, and student support. In addition, up to ten school districts and ten community colleges will receive $25,000 in consulting support to help them pilot and scale their AI programs. Students aren’t left out: beginning July 2026, every Washington high school student will receive three years of free access to Microsoft 365 with Copilot Chat, along with educational versions of
Teams and other learning tools. Community college students will receive a year of free access to Microsoft 365 Personal with builtin AI features. Teachers will also be eligible for professional development and AI bootcamps, offered through partnerships with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), the Washington Education Association (WEA), and the National Education Association (NEA). A new statewide AI Innovation Summit is planned to bring together educators, policymakers, and industry leaders to share best practices and shape implementation. WHY WASHINGTON - AND WHY NOW Microsoft President Brad Smith said the company chose to launch the initiative in its home state as both a civic investment and a test case for broader national programs. “AI will change nearly every job, and education must evolve along with it,” Smith said. “We’re not trying to run education - we want to be a partner in helping schools and teachers succeed.” The company’s research found that AI adoption varies widely across Washington. In the Puget Sound region, more than 30 percent of working-age residents already use AI tools, while in some
rural eastern counties, fewer than 10 percent do. By offering free tools and training, Microsoft hopes to narrow that gap and ensure students statewide are prepared for careers that increasingly depend on artificial intelligence. Elevate Washington is part of a larger, $4 billion global education investment the company has committed to over five years. Microsoft says this is its largest per-resident
Confused About Open Enrollment? Here’s What Washington Residents Need to Know By Jordan Strobeck Director of Community Engagement and Growth Community Health Plan of Washington
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avigating health insurance can feel overwhelming, especially when headlines are swirling, federal rules are shifting, and new plan options are entering the mix. With so much noise in the headlines, it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed. Whether you’re already enrolled in an Individual & Family plan or shopping through the Washington Health Benefit Exchange (wahealthplanfinder.org) for the first time, we’ve outlined the key updates and important areas to keep in mind during this year’s open enrollment period. First, a new lower-cost Gold-level plan called “Vital Gold” joins the current Gold plan, which has been renamed Complete Gold. Along with the Silver and Bronze options, that means additional choices for 2026. For many shoppers, Vital Gold may be more affordable than Silver plans due in part to subsidy calculation changes. If you’re currently on a Silver Plan, you may be able to save more by switching to Vital Gold. Additionally, there is a new hearing benefit
on most plans that now includes coverage before your deductible for hearing aids and hearing exams. Next, the enhanced federal premium tax credits that have made Individual & Family plans more affordable in recent years are set to expire at the end of 2025 unless Congress acts. Without them, most plans will see higher premiums in 2026. In Washington state, if these tax credits expire, we could see up to 80,000 recipients forgo coverage and net premiums increase by 65% (source: WAHBE Fact Sheet, May 2025). There is some good news, however: Cascade Care Savings, Washington’s state-funded subsidies, will still be available for Gold and Silver plans. These savings can help reduce your monthly premium. Open Enrollment is your opportunity to make sure your health plan fits your needs for the year ahead. Mark your calendar because you can start browsing 2026 plans beginning October 21 at wahealthplanfinder.org. Open enrollment runs November 1 through December 15, 2025. From December 16 – January 15, 2026, you can still enroll in a plan, but coverage starts February 1. Open Enrollment only comes once a year, so use this window to make confident, informed decisions about your health coverage.
investment anywhere in the world. LOOKING AHEAD The next 18 months will be for testing. The Copilot Studio rollout begins in early 2026, followed by student tool access that summer. Observers will be watching to see which districts emerge as early leaders - and how results are measured. State officials and teacher unions are expected to play key roles in shaping training standards
and oversight policies. Questions also remain about sustainability: once the threeyear free period ends, will schools be able to maintain licenses and support? For now, Microsoft’s move positions Washington at the forefront of AI-driven education reform. The initiative represents both a new opportunity and a new responsibility: ensuring that innovation is accessible, ethical, and equitable.
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helma Knox Gibbons Beck, for more than 30 years one of Seattle’s most admired dance instructors, passed away peacefully in her Oxnard, California, home on October 5, 2025. She was 93. The beloved mother of Roddy Gibbons and the late Randy Gibbons—plus devoted matriarch to grandchildren, great grandchildren, and many dear friends—Thelma’s remarkable life was filled with energy, creativity, and grace. These were qualities she shared freely with everyone she met. Born in Renton, Washington, in 1932 to William and Beth Knox, Thelma’s fascination with rhythm began as a young child taking local dance classes near Seattle’s Green Lake. While still at Queen Ann High School, she accepted a rare invitation to dance with the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo during its Pacific Northwest tour. Soon after, she founded the Magnolia Dancing School. Beginning with just two students, it grew swiftly beloved Seattle dance teacher, dies at 93 into a cornerstone of Seattle’s performing arts community for more than three decades. and quiet generosity. She was daughter in law, Kellee, whose Forever an ardent student first married to Richard Gibbons presence remained a source of herself, Thelma expanded her and later, for 45 years, to Earl joy and connection through all school’s work to include tap, Beck—“the love of my life.” seasons of life. jazz, and Hawaiian dance—her Through that marriage, she The Becks were avid world personal favorite. She trained was also connected to Earl’s travelers, but while at home sons, David and Patrick Beck. nearly 1,000 performers who Thelma loved gatherings filled went on to careers across Thelma gave deeply to her with music, laughter, and good the country, some even on community: six years with food. Until two weeks prior Broadway. Parents of ten Hospice of Camarillo; two to her passing, she continued said her studio was as much decades with Toastmasters; to bake desserts for family, about self confidence and joy a long history of college friends, and neighbors. as it was about technique. scholarships for graduates Students remember her gentle of her high school, Queen Thelma leaves a legacy of corrections and her ability to Anne (Seattle); and more artistry, compassion, and joy in see potential in everyone. than 20 years as a model and the countless lives she touched. Her love of dance never spokesperson for the American A private celebration of diminished. In her 60s and 70s Cancer Society’s Reach to she often performed Hawaiian Recovery program. With Earl, her extraordinary life will be dance with both the Wilson she also sponsored guide dog held Sunday, October 26, 2025, Ukulele Group and the United trainees for the blind. at 2:30 p.m. at the Emerging Strummers of Camarillo. She treasured her family Spiritual Church, 405 Telephone Away from the studio, Thelma deeply, including a special and Road, Suite 113, Ventura, was known for warmth, humor, enduring friendship with her California. (206) 297-1330
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Legal Notices Document Title: Notice of Trustee’s Sale Grantor: Eisenhower Carlson PLLC Grantee: AR Acquisitions LLC Current Beneficiary of Deed of Trust: Bellevue Lending LLC Current Trustee of Deed of Trust: Eisenhower Carlson PLLC Current Mortgage Servicer of Deed of Trust: N/A (No Servicer Used) Reference Number(s) of Deed of Trust: 20210728001956 20241112000391 20241119000219 20250228000981 Legal Description: LOTS 3-5, BLK 10, KIRKLAND STEEL WORKS ADDITION Tax Parcel Nos.: 2302780020 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE OF COMMERCIAL LOAN Issued Pursuant to RCW 61.24.040 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will, on October 31, 2025, at the hour of 10:00 a.m. at the King County Courthouse, located at King County Administration Building, outside the Fourth Avenue Entrance, 500 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of King, State of Washington: UNIT 2, 11809 NE 74TH ST CONDOMINIUM, ACCORDING TO THE SURVEY MAP AND PLANS RECORDED IN VOLUME 324, PAGES 75, 76, 77, AND ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION THEREOF RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 20210909001272, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON; the postal address of which is more commonly known as 11809 Northeast 74th St, Kirkland, WA 98033, which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated July 26, 2021 and recorded on July 28, 2021 with the King County Recorder under Recording No. 20210728001956, records of King County, as modified by an Assignment of Deed of Trust dated February 27, 2025 and recorded on February 28, 2025 with the King County Recorder under Recording No. 20250228000981, records of King County (collectively referred to herein as “Deed of Trust”), from AR Acquisitions LLC, as Grantor, to Cascade Trustee Services, Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Bellevue Lending LLC, as Beneficiary. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The default for which this foreclosure is made is as follows: Failure to pay the following past due amounts which are in arrears: 1) All outstanding principal as of September 8, 2025: $222,234.83 2) All accrued interest as of September 8, 2025 (per diem of $148.16) $211,541.72 3) Late fees: $21,613.45 4) Other Charges: $15,013.64 Attorney’s Fees: $14,213.64 Reconveyance: $800.00 TOTAL PAST DUE PAYMENTS: $470,403.64 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal of $222,234.83 together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from July 26, 2021, 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 October 31, 2025. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by October 20, 2025 (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 October 20, 2025 (11 days before the sale date) the default(s) as set forth in Paragraph III is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated by the Grantor any time after October 20, 2025 (11 days before the sale date) and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, interest, late charges, fees and advances, if any, made pursuant to the terms of the obligations 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, Grantor, and/or Guarantor at the following addresses by both first class and certified mail, on March 15, 2024, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee: AR ACQUISITIONS LLC 11809 NORTHEAST 74TH STREET KIRKLAND, WA 98033 ALEX D ROBERTSON 11809 NORTHEAST 74TH STREET KIRKLAND, WA 98033 AR ACQUISITIONS LLC 4327 LAKE WASHINGTON BLVD, #6302 KIRKLAND, WA 98033
ALEX D ROBERTSON 4327 LAKE WASHINGTON BLVD, #6302 KIRKLAND, WA 98033 AR Acquisitions LLC Kerry S. Bucklin, Bucklin Evens PLLC 7525 SE 24th Street, Suite 600 Mercer Island, WA 98040 Ahler Cressman & Sleight PLLC Attn: Lawrence S. Glosser 1325 Fourth Avenue, Suite 1850 Seattle, WA 98101-2571 AR ACQUISITIONS LLC JAMES A JACKSON, REGISTERED AGENT 999 3RD AVE STE 2525 SEATTLE, WA, 98104-4032 11809 St Kirkland WA 98033 Lot #1, Lot #2, Lot #3 - JV 14400 NE Bel Red #110 Bellevue, WA 98007 11809 NE 74th Street Lot #2 Kirkland WA 98033 - JV 14400 NE Bel Red #110 Bellevue, WA 98007 11809 St Kirkland WA 98033 Lot #1, Lot #2, Lot #3 - JV Ahler Cressman & Sleight PLLC Attn: Lawrence S. Glosser 1325 Fourth Avenue, Suite 1850 Seattle, WA 98101-2571 The written Notice of Default was also posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in Paragraph I above on March 15, 2024. The Trustee has in Trustee’s possession proof of such service/posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address is 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 Grantor, of all 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 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’ sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchase has the right to evict occupants and tenants by summary proceedings under the unlawful detainer act, Chapter 59.12 RCW. The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants and non-residential tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants and non-residential tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For residential tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Residential tenant-occupied property means property comprised solely of a single-family residence, or a condominium, cooperative, or other dwelling unit in a multiplex or other building containing fewer than five residential units. XI. Notice to Guarantors If this Notice is being mailed or directed to any Guarantor, said Guarantor should be advised that: (1) the 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 trustee’s sale; (3) the 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 trust act, chapter 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 trustee’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 price paid at the trustee’s sale, plus interest and costs. DATED this 10th day of September, 2025. EISENHOWER CARLSON PLLC Successor Trustee By: /s/ Darren R. Krattli, Member Address: 909 A St., Suite 600 Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: (253) 572-4500 STATE OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE )))ss. This record was acknowledged before me on the 10th day of September, 2025 by DARREN R. KRATTLI as a MEMBER of EISENHOWER CARLSON PLLC. Dated this 10th day of September 2025. Name: Anthony M. Manibusan Notary Public in and for the State of Washington, residing
at: Tacoma My Commission Expires: 0128-2029 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 1 & 22, 2025 FC#: 25-60408-WA-REV APN: 0622059092-03 Abbrev Legal: LOT 2 OF KING COUNTY SHORT PLAT NO. 883022 NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND FORECLOSURE SALE WHEREAS, on 8/11/2005, a certain Mortgage Deed of Trust was executed by SANDRA BENCEL, AS GUARDIAN OF THE ESTATE OF LEONID W. BENCEL, AN INCAPACITATED PERSON AND VIRGINIA BENCEL, HIS WIFE as trustor in favor of SEATTLE MORTGAGE COMPANY as beneficiary, and was recorded on 8/16/2005, as Instrument No. 20050816002096, in the Office of the Recorder of King County, Washington; and WHEREAS, the Mortgage Deed of Trust was insured by the United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (“Secretary” or “HUD”) pursuant to the National Housing Act for the purpose of providing single family house; and WHEREAS, the beneficial interest in the Mortgage Deed of Trust is now owned by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, pursuant to the following assignment: Corporate Assignment of Deed of Trust from NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/B/A CHAMPION MORTGAGE in favor of THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT dated 8/14/2018, recorded on 8/14/2018, as Instrument No. 20180814000787, in Book Page in the office of the Recorder of King County, Washington; and WHEREAS, the entire amount delinquent as of 10/2/2025 is $399,176.00; and WHEREAS, by virtue of this default, the Secretary has declared the entire amount of the indebtedness secured by the Mortgage Deed of Trust to be immediately due and payable; NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to powers vested in me by the Single Family Mortgage Foreclosure Act of 1994, 12 U.S.C. 3751 et seq., by 24 CFR part 27, subpart B, and by the Secretary’s designation of me as Foreclosure Commissioner, which is recorded herewith as EXHIBIT A. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on 11/21/2025 at 10:00 AM local time, all real and personal property at or used in connection with the following described premises (“Property”) will be sold at public auction to the highest bidder: Legal Description: LOT 2 OF KING COUNTY SHORT PLAT NO. 883022 AS RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 8401270779, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY WASHINGTON Purportedly known as: 9221 SOUTH 202ND STREET, KENT, WA 98031 The sale will be held at: At the 4th Avenue entrance of the King County Administration Building, located one block east of the courthouse, 500 4th Avenue, Seattle, WA Per the Secretary, the estimated opening bid will be $404,892.00. There will be no proration of taxes, rents or other income or liabilities, except that the purchaser will pay, at or before closing, his pro rata share of any real estate taxes that have been paid by the Secretary to the date of the foreclosure sale. When making their bids, all bidders, except the Secretary, must submit a deposit totaling ten percent (10%) of the Secretary’s estimated bid amount in the form of a certified check or cashier’s check made payable to the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. Ten percent of the estimated bid amount for this sale is $40,489.00. A deposit need not accompany each oral bid. If the successful bid is oral, a deposit of $40,489.00 must be presented before the bidding is closed. The deposit is nonrefundable. The remainder of the purchase price must be delivered within 30 days of the sale or at such other time as the Secretary may determine for good cause shown, time being of the essence. This amount must be delivered in the form of a certified or cashier’s check made payable to Nemovi Law Group, AP. We will accept certified or cashier’s checks made payable to the bidder and endorsed to Nemovi Law Group, AP if accompanied by a notarized power of attorney or other notarized authorization authorizing Nemovi Law Group, AP to deposit the check into the firm’s trust account on behalf of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. If the Secretary is the highest bidder, he need not pay the bid amount in cash. The successful bidder will pay all conveying fees, all real estate and other taxes that are due on or after the delivery date of the remainder of the payment and all other costs associated with the transfer of title. At the conclusion of the sale, the deposits of the unsuccessful bidders will be returned to them. The Secretary may grant an extension of time within which to deliver the remainder of the payment. All extensions will be for 15-day increments for a fee of: $500.00, paid in advance. The extension fee shall be in the form of a certified or cashier’s check made payable to the Secretary. If the high bidder closes the sale prior to the expiration of any extension period, the unused portion of the extension fee shall be applied toward the amount due. If the high bidder is unable to close the sale within the required period, or within any extensions of time granted by the Secretary, the high bidder may be required to forfeit the cash deposit or, at the election of the Foreclosure Commissioner after consultation with the HUD representative, will be liable to HUD for any costs incurred as a result of such failure. The Commissioner may, at the direction of the HUD representative, offer the property to the second highest bidder for an amount equal to the highest price offered by that bidder. There is no right of redemption, or right of pos-
session based upon a right of redemption, in the mortgagor or others subsequent to a foreclosure completed pursuant to the Act. Therefore, the Foreclosure Commissioner will issue a Deed to the purchaser(s) upon receipt of the entire purchase price in accordance with the terms of the sale as provided herein. HUD does not guarantee that the property will be vacant. The scheduled foreclosure sale shall be cancelled or adjourned if it is established, by documented written application or otherwise, that the default or defaults upon which the foreclosure is based did not exist at the time of service of this Notice of Default and Foreclosure Sale, or all amounts due under the mortgage agreement are tendered to the Foreclosure Commissioner, in the form of a certified or cashier’s check payable to the Secretary, before public auction of the property is completed. The amount that must be paid if the Mortgage Deed of Trust is to be reinstated prior to the scheduled sale is based on the nature of the breach, this loan is not subject to reinstatement. A total payoff is required to cancel the foreclosure sale, or the breach must otherwise be cured, if applicable. A description of the nature of the breach is as follows: A BORROWER DIES AND THE PROPERTY IS NOT THE PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE OF AT LEAST ONE SURVIVING BORROWER. Tender of payment by certified or cashier’s check or application for cancellation of the foreclosure sale shall be submitted to the address of the Foreclosure Commissioner provided below. The sale date shown on this Notice of Default and Foreclosure Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Secretary, the Foreclosure Commissioner or a court. For Sales Information please call (916) 939-0772 or visit the website www.nationwideposting.com using the file number assigned to this case FC# 25-60408-WA-REV. Your ability to obtain sales information by Internet Website or phone is provided as a courtesy to those not present at the sale and neither Nemovi Law Group, AP nor the website host makes any representations or warranties as to the accuracy or correctness of the information provided thereby. Nemovi Law Group, AP and its agents do not assume any responsibility for reliance on any information received by telephone or website. THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME. It will be necessary for you to attend all sales in order to obtain the most current information. Neither Nemovi Law Group, AP nor its agents will be liable for any loss you may sustain in using or receiving any information obtained online or by phone. Date: 10/6/2025 NEMOVI LAW GROUP, PC Foreclosure Commissioner 2173 Salk Ave., Suite 250 Carlsbad, CA 92008-6583 Phone: (866) 454-7742 Sale Info: (916) 939-0772 By: Genail M. Nemovi, Attorney Mailing Address: NEMOVI LAW GROUP, PC 2173 Salk Ave, Suite 250 Carlsbad, CA 92008 Physical Address: NEMOVI LAW GROUP, PC 14205 SE 36th Street, Suite 100 Bellevue, WA 98006 NPP0479785 To: QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS 10/22/2025, 10/29/2025, 11/05/2025 File No: 24-01192WA NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Pursuant to RCW 61.24 et seq. Grantor(s) of Deed of Trust Tung Dinh Current Beneficiary Nationstar Mortgage LLC Current Trustee Affinia Default Services, LLC Current Mortgage Servicer Nationstar Mortgage LLC Deed of Trust Recording Number (Ref. #) 20220812000331 Parcel Number(s) 067750-1560-01 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee will on October 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM sell at public auction located At 4th Ave entrance King County Administration Building, located one block east of the Courthouse, 500 4th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104, to the highest and best bidder, payable at the time of sale, the following-described real property, situated in the County of King, State of Washington, to wit: UNIT 204, BUILDING G, BELLEVUE HIGHLANDS, A CONDOMINIUM ACCORDING TO THE DECLARATION THEREOF RECORDED MAY 10, 1978, UNDER RECORDING NUMBER 7805100664, AND SURVEY MAP AND PLANS RECORDED IN VOLUME 18 OF CONDOMINIUMS, PAGE 77 THROUGH 85, INCLUSIVE; RECORDS OF KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON, AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON. Commonly known as: 14620 NE 31st St. Unit 204, Bellevue, WA 98007 The above property is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated August 11, 2022, recorded August 12, 2022, under Auditor’s File No. 20220812000331, records of King County, Washington, from Tung Dinh, as Grantor, to Ticor Title Company as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned to Nationstar Mortgage LLC, under an Assignment recorded under Auditor’s File No. 20240718000538. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The defaults for which this foreclosure is made are as follows: 1. Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: o $26,773.24 which included the monthly payments, late charges, and accrued fees and costs. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the
Deed of Trust is: Principal $329,223.15, together with interest as provided in the Note or other instrument secured from October 1, 2024, 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 October 31, 2025. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III must be cured by October 20, 2025 (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 October 20, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after October 20, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor, or the holder of any recorded junior 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 Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following addresses: Tung Dinh 14620 NE 31st St Unit 204 Bellevue, WA 98007 Tung Dinh 900 139TH PLACE NORTHEAST UNIT B12 BELLEVUE, WA 98005 Tung Dinh 14620 NE 31ST ST BELLEVUE, WA 98007 by both first class and certified mail on March 18, 2025; and the notice of default was personally served upon the Borrower and Grantor, or was posted in a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above on . The Trustee has possession of proof of mailing, and service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having an objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever are afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to the RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS: The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale, the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings 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 SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only until 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this Notice of Trustee Sale to be referred to mediation. If this is an amended Notice of Trustee Sale providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in this amended Notice of Trustee Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone: 1-877894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownership-wa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone: 1-800569-4287 Website: https://answers.hud. gov/housingcounseling/s/?language=en_ US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https:// nwjustice.org/home PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT AFFINIA DEFAULT SERVICES, LLC MAY BE DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. DATED 06/27/2025. By: Natalie Mattera Name: Natalie Mattera Title: Foreclosure Specialist of Affinia Default Services, LLC 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 (425) 800-4703 NPP0475797 To: QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS 10/01/2025, 10/22/2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of EUGENE D. THOM aka EUGENE DALE THOM, Deceased. NO. 25-4-06469-4 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Personal Representative named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person
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having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any 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 court. 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 22, 2025 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: Denise Thom ATTORNEY FOR PR: Mitchell Aoki CMS Law Firm LLC. 811 Kirkland Ave Suite 201 Kirkland, WA 98033 Telephone: 206.659.1512 COURT OF PROBATE PROCEEDINGS: King County Superior Court CAUSE NUMBER: 25-4-06469-4 SEA SIGNED: Mitchell Aoki, #61894 Attorney for PR Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 22, 29 & November 5, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of MICHAEL THOMAS JOHNSON, Deceased. NO. 25-4-066280 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any 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 Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) thirty days after the Administrator 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 8, 2025 ADMINISTRATOR: Noel Dennis V. Jose ATTORNEY FOR ADMINISTRATOR: Elizabeth Brown CMS Law Firm LLC. 811 Kirkland Avenue, Suite 201 Kirkland, WA 98033 206.659.1512 COURT OF PROBATE PROCEEDINGS: King County Superior Court CASE NUMBER: 25-4-06628-0 SEA Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 8, 15 & 22, 2025 In the superior court of the State of Washington for the county of King RACHÉ STOTTS-JOHNSON Plaintiff, vs. SAHELU T. GELAYE and “JANE DOE” GELAYE, husband and wife, and the marital community composed thereof, Defendants. No. 25-2-23625-1 SEA The State of Washington to the said SAHELU T. GELAYE and “JANE DOE” GELAYE: You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after the 8th day of October, 2025, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the plaintiff STOTTS-JOHNSON and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorney for plaintiff STOTTS-JOHNSON at his office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. This action arises from a motor vehicle accident that occurred on September 8, 2022, in which plaintiff STOTTS-JOHNSON sustained personal injuries and seeks damages arising therefrom. LAW OFFICES OF BLAKE I. KREMER 4009 Bridgeport Way W Ste B University Place, Washington 98466 Tacoma: (253) 830-5844 Facsimile: (253) 948-5076 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5 & 12, 2025 In the Superior Court of the State of Washington for the County of King, BMO Bank N.A., Plaintiff, vs. Ranjodhdeep Singh Virk, Defendant. No. 25-2-12526-2 SEA Summons by Publication (60 days) The State of Washington to Ranjodhdeep Singh Virk, Defendant to be served by publication: You are hereby summoned to appear within 60 days after the date of the first publication of this summons, to wit, within sixty days after SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the Verified Complaint of the Plaintiff, BMO Bank N.A., and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, Kutak Rock LLP, at their office below stated; and in case of your failure so to do, judgment will be rendered against you according to the demand of the Verified Complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. This action seeks an order of replevin for immediate possession of equipment and damages for breach of contract under a loan agreement entered into by Defendant on or about January 20, 2023. Plaintiff’s attorneys: Kutak Rock LLP Geana M. Van Dessel, WSBA No. 35969 Jennifer M. Scanlon, WSBA No. 62992 510 W. River-
side Ave. Ste. 800, Spokane, WA 99201 (509) 747-4040 Attorneys for Plaintiff BMO Bank, N.A. Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF WHATCOM IN RE THE ESTATE OF ROBERT WENDELL BAMFORD, DECEASED. NO. 25 4 00957 37 PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) JUDGE: ROBERT E. OLSON 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 would be barred by any 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 court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: October 15, 2025 Personal Representative: David Eastwood 730 N 21st Street Mount Vernon, WA 98273 Attorney for the Personal KATTI ESP Representative: 301 Prospect Street Bellingham, WA 98225 Address for Mailing or Service: KATTI ESP 301 Prospect Street Bellingham, WA 98225 Court of Probate Proceedings Superior Court of Whatcom County and Cause Number: Cause No. 25 4 00957 37 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 15, 22 & 29, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY In Re The Estate of: KENNETH GILMORE CARLSTEDT, Deceased. No. 25-4-06865-7 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) The person named below has been appointed as Administrator of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any 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 Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Administrator 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: October 8, 2025. Administrator: Raymond E. Carlstedt /s/William Robinson Attorney for Administrator, WSBA #55824 Address for Mailing or Service: William Robinson 1408 140th Place NE, Suite 205-D Bellevue, WA 98007 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: King County Superior Court 25-4-06865-7 SEA Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 8, 15 & 22, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY In Re The Estate of: RANDALL LEE FULLER, Deceased. No. 25-4-06627-1 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) (NTCRD) The individual 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 would be barred by any 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 court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditors as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this 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 RCW 11.40.60. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: October 8, 2025 Personal Representative: Susan Cassidy DATED September 29, 2025. /s/ Peter Klipstein Peter Klipstein, WSBA #26507 CURRAN LAW FIRM, P.S. 33400 9th Ave. S., Ste. 120 Federal Way, WA 98003 Telephone: 253-852-2345 Facsimile: 253-852-2030 Email: pklipstein@curranfirm.com Counsel for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: Curran Law Firm, P.S. 33400 9th Avenue S, Suite 120 Federal Way, WA 98003 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 8, 15 & 22, 2025
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY In Re The Estate of: ROBERT FORSYTHE Deceased. No. 25-4-07042-2 SEA PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) (NTCRD) The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative/ Administrator of this Estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any 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 court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: 10/15/2025. /s/ Nuc Thi Forsythe Personal Representative Print Name: Nuc Thi Forsythe /s/ Ty Ho Attorney for Administrator/Personal Representative Print Name and Bar #: 35808 Address for Mailing or Service: TY HO 502 RAINIER AVE S. SUITE 202 SEATTLE, WA 98144 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: King County Superior Court CASE NUMBER: 25-4-07042-2 SEA Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 15, 22 & 29, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY In Re The Estate of: WILLIAM EDWARD STONE, Deceased. No. 25-4-06740-5 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) (NTCRD) The person 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 would be barred by any 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 court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Personal Representative served or mailed the notice to the creditors as provided under RCW 11.40.020(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this 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 RCW 11.40.60. This bar is effective as to claims against both the decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: October 8, 2025 Personal Representative: Shirley Stone DATED this 2nd day of October, 2025. /s/ Peter Klipstein Peter Klipstein, WSBA #26507 CURRAN LAW FIRM, P.S. 33400 9th Avenue S, Suite 120 Federal Way, WA 98003 Telephone: 253-852-2345 Facsimile: 253852-2030 Email: pklipstein@curranfirm. com Counsel for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: Curran Law Firm, P.S. 33400 9th Avenue S, Suite 120 Federal Way, WA 98003 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 8, 15 & 22, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR COUNTY In Re the Estate of R.B. Bolin, Deceased Probate No. 25-4-05922-4 KNT 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 would be barred by any 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 court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: See Affidavit of Publication Personal Representative: Stephanie Carol Champion Attorney for the Personal Representative: Brittany S. Stockton Address for Mailing or Service: Iddins Law Group 25052 104th Ave SE, Suite B Kent, WA 98030 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Superior Court 25-4-05922-4 KNT Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 8, 15 & 22, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KING COUNTY In Re the Estate of Thomas James O’Hare, Deceased Probate No. 25-4\emdash 06898-3 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO
CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The administrator named below has been appointed as administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any 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 administrator or the administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the administrator 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of First Publication: See Affidavit of Publication: See Affidavit of Publication Personal Representative: Margaret “Margie” O’Hare Attorney for the Personal Representative: Brittany S. Stockton Address for Mailing or Service: Iddins Law Group 25052 104th Ave SE, Suite B Kent, WA 98030 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Superior Court Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 22, 29 & November 5, 2025 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KING COUNTY In Re the Estate of: RICHARD HOUSER, Deceased. Probate No. 25-4-07032-5 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS RCW 11.40.030 The Administrator named below has been appointed as Administrator of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time the claim would be barred by any 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 Administrator or the Administrator’s attorney at the address stated below a copy of the claim and filing the original of the claim with the court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. The claim must be presented within the later of: (1) Thirty days after the Administrator 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 of the 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 Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication: See Affidavit of Publication Administrator: James Houser Attorney for the Administrator: Christian C. Pearson Address for Mailing or Service: Iddins Law Group 25052 104th Ave SE, Suite B Kent, WA 98030 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Superior Court 254-07032-5 KNT Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 22, 29 & November 5, 2025 ORIGINAL TRUSTEE SALE RECORDED ON 10/9/2025 IN THE OFFICE OF THE KING COUNTY RECORDER. AMENDED NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No.:23-128671 Title Order No.:230275256 Grantor: Neil Reeder and Melissa Reeder, husband and wife Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, successor by merger to Wells Fargo Bank Minnesota, National Association (formerly known as Norwest Bank Minnesota, National Association), not in its individual or banking capacity, but solely in its capacity as Trustee for the Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2006-WMC 1 Current trustee of the deed of trust: Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: Nationstar Mortgage LLC Reference number of the deed of trust: 20051129000489 Parcel number(s): 6822100890-04 Abbreviated legal description: LOT 21 IN BLOCK 34 OF PLEASANT VALLEY ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE CITY OF SEATTLE Commonly known as: 3046 36th Avenue W, Seattle, WA 98199 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON will on November 21, 2025, at the hour of 10:00 AM at the 4th Avenue Entrance of the King County Administration Building, located one block east of the Courthouse, 500 4th Avenue, in the City of Seattle, WA, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of King, State of Washington, towit: LOT 21 IN BLOCK 34 OF PLEASANT VALLEY ADDITION NO. 2 TO THE CITY OF SEATTLE, AS PER PLAT RECORDED IN VOLUME 17 OF PLATS, PAGE 13, RECORDS OF KING COUNTY AUDITOR; SITUATE IN THE CITY OF SEATTLE, COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON. which is the subject of that certain Deed of Trust dated November 23, 2005, recorded November 29, 2005, under Auditor’s File No. 20051129000489, records of King County, Washington, from Neil Reeder and Melissa Reeder, husband and wife as Grantor, to Bishop & Lynch of King County as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., acting solely as nominee for WMC Mortgage Corp., its successors and assigns as Beneficiary, which as assigned by Bank of America, N.A. as attorney in fact for Nationstar Mortgage,
LLC by Power of Attorney recorded on Document Number 20140805000922 to Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. as Trustee for the MLMI Trust Series 2006-WMC1 under an assignment recorded at Instrument No. 20160504000590. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The Default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Delinquent monthly payments from the August 1, 2022 installment on in the sum of $220,576.80 together with all fees, costs and or disbursements incurred or paid by the beneficiary and or trustee, their employees, agents or assigns. The Trustee’s fees and costs are estimated at $6,716.63 as of October 8, 2025. The amount to cure the default payments as of the date of this notice is $232,146.48. Payments and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made. It is necessary to contact the beneficiary or Trustee prior to the time you tender the reinstatement amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance $923,550.23, together with interest in the Note or other instrument secured from July 1, 2022, plus a Deferred Balance of $123,564.01 and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. The amount necessary to pay off the entire obligation secured by your Deed of Trust as the date of this notice is $1,186,769.46. Interest and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made. It is necessary to contact the beneficiary or Trustee prior to the time you tender the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. 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 November 21, 2025. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by November 10, 2025 (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 November 10, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after November 10, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior 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 addresses: Melissa J. Reeder 3046 36th Avenue W Seattle, WA 98199 Neil Reeder aka Neil A. Reeder 3046 36th Avenue W Seattle, WA 98199 Occupant(s) 3046 36th Avenue W Seattle, WA 98199 by both first class and certified mail on July 19, 2023 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on July 18, 2023 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. The declaration by the beneficiary pursuant to RCW 61.24.030(7)(a) was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the above addresses on July 19, 2023, proof of which is in possession of the Trustee. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth above, and whose telephone number is (360) 253-8017 / (877) 430-4787 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 abovedescribed property. IX. Anyone having an 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 sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants, who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.60. XI. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 90 calendar days BEORE the date of
Pacific Publishing Company – Queen Anne & Magnolia News • Madison Park Times • Eatonville Dispatch • Snohomish Tribune sale listed in the Notice of Trustee’s Sale. If an amended Notice of Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone (Toll-free): 1-877894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.homeownership-wa.org/. The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Telephone (Toll-free): 1-800-569-4287 or local counseling agencies: https://answers.hud.gov/ housingcounseling/s/?language=en_US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone (TollFree): 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http:// nwjustice.org/home XII. FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT NOTICE: AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings, this shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or to hold you personally liable for the debt. DATED this 8th day of October, 2025 AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON By: Kathy Zagariya Vice President 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 253-8017 / (877) 430-4787 ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL SERVICE Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) SS. COUNTY OF CLARK ) This instrument was acknowledged before me this 8th day of October, 2025, by Kathy Zagariya, Vice President. Kira Lynch Notary Public in and for the State of Washington My Commission Expires: 10/6/2028 KIRA LYNCH Notary Public State of Washington Commission # 188037 My Comm. Expires Oct 6, 2028 NPP0479850 To: QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS 10/22/2025, 11/12/2025 ORIGINAL TRUSTEE SALE RECORDED ON 7/10/2025 IN THE OFFICE OF THE KING COUNTY RECORDER. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE File No.:23-129226 Title Order No.:***PROP_TITLE_CMT_ORDER_NUM*** Grantor: Kenneth A. Farley and Lisa J. Farley, husband and wife Current beneficiary of the deed of trust: JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Current trustee of the deed of trust: Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington Current mortgage servicer of the deed of trust: JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Reference number of the deed of trust: 19991001001042 Parcel number(s): 7639900115-07 Abbreviated legal description: PTN OF LT 7 & ALL OF LT 8, BLK 2, SEA-LAWN ACRES Commonly known as: 12560 9th Avenue NW, Seattle, WA 98177 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Trustee, AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON will on November 21, 2025, at the hour of 10:00 AM at the 4th Avenue Entrance of the King County Administration Building, located one block east of the Courthouse, 500 4th Avenue, in the City of Seattle, WA, State of Washington, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property, situated in the County of King, State of Washington, towit: NORTH 10 FEET OF LOT 7 AND ALL OF LOT 8, BLOCK 2, SEA-LAWN ACRES, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED IN VOLUME 48 OF PLATS, PAGE 41, IN KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON. which is the subject of that certain Deed of Trust dated September 29, 1999, recorded October 1, 1999, under Auditor’s File No. 19991001001042, records of King County, Washington, from Kenneth A. Farley and Lisa J. Farley, husband and wife as Grantor, to Evergreen Title Company, a Arizona corporation as Trustee, to secure an obligation in favor of Washington Mutual Bank as Beneficiary, which as assigned by JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association, successor in interest by purchase from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation as receiver of Washington Mutual Bank to JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association under an assignment recorded at Instrument No. 20220208000649. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrower’s or Grantor’s default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust. III. The Default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: Failure to pay when due the following amounts which are now in arrears: Delinquent monthly payments from the January 1, 2025 installment on in the sum of $18,386.76 together with all fees, costs and or disbursements incurred or paid by the beneficiary and or trustee, their employees, agents or assigns. The Trustee’s fees and costs are estimated at $2,674.22 as of July 9, 2025. The amount to cure the default payments as of the date of this no-
tice is $21,408.49. Payments and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made. It is necessary to contact the beneficiary or Trustee prior to the time you tender the reinstatement amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: Principal Balance $66,920.41, together with interest in the Note or other instrument secured from December 1, 2024, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Note or other instrument secured, and as are provided by statute. The amount necessary to pay off the entire obligation secured by your Deed of Trust as the date of this notice is $76,986.90. Interest and late charges may continue to accrue and additional advances to your loan may be made. It is necessary to contact the beneficiary or Trustee prior to the time you tender the payoff amount so that you may be advised of the exact amount you would be required to pay. 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 November 21, 2025. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by November 10, 2025 (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 November 10, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee’s fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after November 10, 2025 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior 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 addresses: Kenneth A. Farley 12560 9th Avenue NW Seattle, WA 98177 Lisa J. Farley 12560 9th Avenue NW Seattle, WA 98177 Occupant(s) 12560 9th Avenue NW Seattle, WA 98177 by both first class and certified mail on June 4, 2025 proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and the Borrower and Grantor were personally served on June 8, 2025 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. The declaration by the beneficiary pursuant to RCW 61.24.030(7)(a) was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the above addresses on June 4, 2025, proof of which is in possession of the Trustee. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth above, and whose telephone number is (360) 2538017 / (877) 430-4787 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 an 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 sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee’s sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS The purchaser at the trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants, who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.60. XI. THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. You have only 90 calendar days BEORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee’s Sale. If an amended Notice of Sale is recorded providing a 45-day notice of the sale, mediation must be requested no later than 25 days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the amended Notice of Trustee’s Sale. DO NOT DELAY. CONTACT A HOUSING COUNSELOR OR AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN WASHINGTON NOW to assess your situation and refer you to mediation if you are eligible and it may help you save your home. See below for safe sources of help. SEEKING ASSISTANCE Housing counselors and legal assistance may be available at little or no cost to you. If you would like assistance in determining your rights and opportunities to keep your house, you may contact the following: The statewide foreclosure hotline for assistance and referral to housing counselors recommended by the Housing Finance Commission: Telephone (Toll-free): 1-877894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) or Web site: http://www.homeownership-wa.org/. The United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development: Telephone (Toll-free): 1-800-569-4287 or local counseling agencies: https://answers.hud.gov/ housingcounseling/s/?language=en_US The statewide civil legal aid hotline for assistance and referrals to other housing counselors and attorneys: Telephone (TollFree): 1-800-606-4819 or Web site: http:// nwjustice.org/home XII. FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT NOTICE: AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If a discharge has been obtained by any party through bankruptcy proceedings, this shall not be construed to be an attempt to collect the outstanding indebtedness or to hold you personally liable for the debt. DATED this 10th day of July, 2025 AZTEC FORECLOSURE CORPORATION OF WASHINGTON By: Kathy Zagariya Vice President 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 (360) 253-8017 / (877) 430-4787 ADDRESS FOR PERSONAL SERVICE Aztec Foreclosure Corporation of Washington 1499 SE Tech Center Place, Suite 255 Vancouver, WA 98683 STATE OF WASHINGTON ) ) SS. COUNTY OF CLARK ) This instrument was acknowledged before me this 10th day of July, 2025, by Kathy Zagariya, Vice President. Kira Lynch Notary Public in and for the State of Washington My Commission Expires: 10/6/2028 KIRA LYNCH Notary Public State of Washington Commission # 188037 My Comm. Expires Oct 6, 2028 NPP0476687 To: QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS 10/22/2025, 11/12/2025 STATE OF WASHINGTON CLARK COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT In the matter of the Estate of: JILLE V. ROWE, Deceased. NO: 25-4-01310-06 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 would be barred by any 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 court in which the probate proceedings were commenced. 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 of the 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 decedent’s probate and non-probate assets. Date of first publication: October 22, 2025 Personal Representative: STUART V. ROWE Attorney for Personal Representative: NICHOLAS ALEXANDER Address for mailing or service: c/o Vancouver Wills and Trusts 405 W 13th Street Vancouver, WA 98660 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: CLARK COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT CAUSE NO. 25-4-01310-06 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 22, 29 & November 5, 2025 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of BRENDA S. BUTZEL, Deceased. NO. 25-4-06007-9 SEA NOTICE TO CREDITORS The individual named below has been appointed as personal representative of the above estate. Any person having a claim against the decedent must, prior to the time such claims would be barred by any 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 court in which probate proceedings were commenced. 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 of the 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 probate assets and nonprobate assets of the decedent. DATE OF FILING COPY OF NOTICE TO CREDITORS With Clerk of Court: October 1, 2025 DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: October 8, 2025 KYRA BUTZEL, PR LAURA E. BUTZEL, PR McCune, Godfrey, Emerick & Broggel, Inc. PS MARISA E. BROGGEL, WSBA NO. 41767 Of Attorneys for Personal Representative McCune, Godfrey, Emerick, & Broggel, Inc. P.S. 4500 9th Ave. NE Suite 300 Seattle, WA 98105-4697 Tel: 206-632-0575 Fax 206-238-9487 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 8, 15 & 22, 2025 SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR KING COUNTY Estate of DUANE JOSEPH GOAD, Deceased. NO. 25-405253-0 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.49.030) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE The above Court has appointed me as Personal Representative of Decedent’s estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must present the claim: (a) Before the time when the claim would be barred by any applicable
statute of limitations, and (b) In the manner provided in RCW 11.40.070: (i) By filing the original of the claim with the foregoing Court, and (ii) By serving on or mailing to me at the address below a copy of the claim. The claim must be presented by the later of:; (a) Thirty (30) days after I served or mailed this Notice as provided in RCW 11.40.020(1)(c), or (b) Four (4) months after the date of first publication of this Notice. If the claim is not presented within this time period, the claim will be forever barred except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective for claims against both the Decedent’s probate and nonprobate assets. Date of First Publication of this Notice: October 22, 2025 /s/ Julie Smith, Personal Representative Julie Smith 1810 2nd St. SE, Auburn, WA 98002 (253) 486-8744 Published in the Queen Anne & Magnolia News October 22, 29 & November 5, 2025 TS No WA01000010-24-2 APN 2622049051 | 262204905109 TO No 250326876-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE OF COMMERCIAL LOAN PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: ANTHONY SPERRY, AN UNMARRIED MAN Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: WADE CORLEY CALMER AND JAN LAUREN CALMER, TRUSTEES OF THE CALMER REVOCABLE TRUST, UNDER DECLARATION OF TRUST DATED MAY 26, 1992 Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: EQUITY WAVE LENDING, INC. Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: FCI LENDER SERVICES, INC. Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 20220422001167 Parcel Number: 2622049051 | 262204905109 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on October 31, 2025, 10:00 AM, at 4th Ave entrance King County Administration Building, located one block east of the Courthouse, 500 4th Ave, Seattle, WA, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, the undersigned 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 King, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 1 OF SHORT PLAT NO. 677083, ACCORDING TO THE SHORT PLAT RECORDED UNDER KING COUNTY RECORDING NO. 7711030759, BEING A PORTION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 22 NORTH, RANGE 4 EAST W.M.;SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF KING, STATE OF WASHINGTON APN: 2622049051 | 262204905109 More commonly known as 27131 52nd AVE., SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated as of April 19, 2022, executed by ANTHONY SPERRY, AN UNMARRIED MAN as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of EQUITY WAVE LENDING, INC. as original Beneficiary recorded April 22, 2022 as Instrument No. 20220422001167 and the beneficial interest was assigned to WADE CORLEY CALMER AND JAN LAUREN CALMER, TRUSTEES OF THE CALMER REVOCABLE TRUST, UNDER DECLARATION OF TRUST DATED MAY 26, 1992 and recorded April 29, 2022 as Instrument Number 20220429000802 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of King County, Washington. II. No action commenced by WADE CORLEY CALMER AND JAN LAUREN CALMER, TRUSTEES OF THE CALMER REVOCABLE TRUST, UNDER DECLARATION OF TRUST DATED MAY 26, 1992, 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 obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. Current Beneficiary: WADE CORLEY CALMER AND JAN LAUREN CALMER, TRUSTEES OF THE CALMER REVOCABLE TRUST, UNDER DECLARATION OF TRUST DATED MAY 26, 1992 Contact Phone No: (800) 9312424, x651 Address: 8180 EAST KAISER BLVD, ANAHEIM HILLS, CA 92808 III. The default(s) for which this foreclosure is made is/are as follows: The secured loan obligation has matured on May 1, 2025: PAYOFF INFORMATION Unpaid Principal Balance $199,979.78, Note Rate Interest Due $6,821.24, Default Note Interest Rate $3,024.35, Late Fees Unpaid $310.38, Unpaid Loan charges or Advances $600.00, Accrued Late Charges $124.99 TOTAL PAYOFF DUE BENEFICIARY $210,860.85 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: April 19, 2022 Note Amount: $200,000.00 Interest Paid To: February 1, 2025 Next Due Date: March 1, 2025 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $199,979.78, 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. Said sale will be made without warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances on October 31, 2025. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by October 20, 2025, (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 October 20, 2025 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is
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cured and the Trustees’ fees and costs are paid. Payment must be in cash or with cashiers’ or certified checks from a State or federally chartered bank. The sale may be terminated any time after the October 20, 2025 (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, WADE CORLEY CALMER AND JAN LAUREN CALMER, TRUSTEES OF THE CALMER REVOCABLE TRUST, UNDER DECLARATION OF TRUST DATED MAY 26, 1992 or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS MICHAEL B. SMITH, APPOINTED PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTHONY SPERRY AKA ANTHONY OSMOND SPERRY 27131 52ND AVENUE SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 MICHAEL B. SMITH, APPOINTED PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF ANTHONY SPERRY AKA ANTHONY OSMOND SPERRY C/O DES MOINES ELDER LAW, PLLC, 612 S. 227TH ST., DES MOINES, WA 98198 ANTHONY SPERRY 27131 52nd AVE., SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 ANTHONY SPERRY 6721 CARLETON AVE., SEATTLE, WA 98108 ANTHONY O SPERRY 27131 52ND AVENUE SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 ANTHONY O SPERRY 6721 CARLETON AVE., SEATTLE, WA 98108 SPOUSE OF ANTHONY SPERRY 27131 52nd AVE., SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 SPOUSE OF ANTHONY SPERRY 6721 CARLETON AVE., SEATTLE, WA 98108 GOODLEAP, LLC 8781 SIERRA COLLEGE BOULEVARD, ROSEVILLE, CA 95746 GOODLEAP, LLC PO BOX #981440, EL PASO, TX 79998-1440 MELIND MILLER 27131 52ND AVE S, KENT, WA 98032 CURRENT OCCUPANT 27131 52ND AVENUE SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 VERITY CREDIT UNION 11027 MERIDIAN AVE N, SEATTLE, WA 98133 VERITY CREDIT UNION C/O CSC, 801 ADLAI STEVENSON DRIVE, SPRINGFIELD, IL 62703 ESTATE OF ANTHONY SPERRY AKA ANTHONY OSMOND SPERRY 27131 52nd AVE., SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 HEIRS & DEVISEES OF ANTHONY SPERRY AKA ANTHONY OSMOND SPERRY 27131 52nd AVE., SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 MELINDA KAY MILLER C/O ERMIN CIRIC DES MOINES ELDER LAW, PLLC, 612 S 227TH ST., DES MOINES, WA 98198 MELINDA KAY MILLER 27131 52ND AVENUE SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 KEARSLEY WISWELL C/O JEFFREY M. ALLEN NELSON ALLEN WALK, PLLC, P.O. BOX 217, PUYALLUP, WA 98371 KEARSLEY WISWELL 27131 52ND AVENUE SOUTH, KENT, WA 98032 KEARSLEY WISWELL 8041 FAWCETT AVE., TACOMA, WA 98408 by both first class and certified mail on June 11, 2025, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and 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 June 11, 2025 on the real property described in Paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee whose name and address are set forth below will provide in writing to anyone requesting it, a statement of all costs and fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their interest in the above-described property. IX. Anyone having any objections to this sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustees’ Sale. NOTICE TO GUARANTOR(S) - RCW 61.24.042 - (1) The Guarantor may be liable for a deficiency judgment to the extent the sale price obtained at the Trustees’ 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 Trustee’s Sale; (3) The 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 Trust Act, Chapter 61.24.RCW, any action brought to enforce a guaranty must be commenced within one year after the Trustees’ 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 Trustee’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 price paid at the Trustee’s Sale, plus interest and costs. The failure of the Beneficiary to provide any Guarantor the notice referred to in this section does not invalidate either the notices given to the Borrower or the Grantor, or the Trustee’s Sale. Dated: July 21, 2025 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 3678456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 114780, Pub Dates: 10/01/2025, 10/22/2025, QUEEN ANNE & MAGNOLIA NEWS
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“Years from now, people will ask you: Where were you when democracy needed you? You will say: I was in the streets with my neighbors. I was part of a moment that chose courage over comfort. I was part of a moment that turned into a movement. And that is what will save our democracy.”
Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal was the final speaker. She said, “We are at that moment where it is up to us to secure the safety and happiness of the people and to demand a government that works for us, not a king, not for the billionaires, but for poor and working people, whatever your
race, your gender, your zip code.” This promise of a more just government energized the crowd. Participants held signs reading “Protect the Constitution,” “Power Belongs to the People,” and “No Faux King Way!”
CODY BECKER
Girmay Zahilay, Chair of the King County Council, received thunderous cheers when he stood before the largest crowd he’d ever addressed and declared, “In King County, the only King we recognize is Dr. Martin Luther!”
Age Fluidity and Liminality:
Thinking Differently About Growing Older By Nancy Weinbeck
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just finished a book that came highly recommended by a colleague (thank you Sarkis!), Learning to Love Midlife by Chip Conley. Wait, you might be saying. Your column speaks to older adults, not those in midlife. Well, Conley puts large enough brackets around midlife that it can include nearly any age starting with adulthood. He writes about “age fluidity” – not being boxed in by societal expectations of one’s alleged stage of life. And, dear readers, this is a theme that ties perfectly with a concept near and dear to my heart: liminality. We all know it’s far too easy to get trapped into thinking about
aging negatively. As aging individuals, we are faced with changes in our bodies and sometimes minds, and face the reality of our own mortality and those whom we love. However, instead of seeing our own aging as a march toward limitations, we can turn that idea upside down and instead see later life as a liminal phase, a time of
“There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” transition, reinvention, and freedom from how we once defined ourselves.
Tying this to age fluidity, someone celebrating their 86th birthday can experience the excitement of a new friendship, a new romance, a new blossoming talent just as someone celebrating their18th birthday. By the same token, a 40th birthday can leave one easily feeling ancient if straddled by roles and expectations that don’t leave the soul singing. Age flows. Remember too the gifts that come with age. Our older brains are perfectly suited for reinvention, as we gain capacities for perspective, for synthesizing meaning in creative ways, for holding ambiguity without the need for certainty, for sharing well earned wisdom. Treasures of aging. And drawing on Dr. Becca Levy’s research, thinking positively about aging helps us age better, extending both our healthspan and lifespan. No gym membership required. Are we a bit slower? Sure, but all the better to bring deeper insight and connection. Beloved singer/ songwriter Leonard Cohen wrote: “There is a crack in everything. That’s how the light gets in.” Yes, aging brings more cracks. But aging also creates an opportunity to redefine, renavigate, and renegotiate ourselves. It’s a journey not toward less, but toward something more freeing, something deeply human, something to celebrate. As we enter into a time of less daylight, remember the cracks. And may they allow in precious rays of light to ignite your beautiful aging self.