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publication of notice to creditors: March 11, 2026 /s/ COLIN PETER BARNOWE COLIN PETER BARNOWE Personal Representative and Administrator of the Community Estate of JAMES THADDEUS BARNOWE AND JOAN BARBARA BARNOWE c/o Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Community Estate of JAMES THADDEUS BARNOWE AND JOAN BARBARA BARNOWE Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 Published in the Dispatch March 11, 18 & 25, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN RE: THE COMMUNITY ESTATE OF LARRY SCARBROUGH AND DEBRA SCARBROUGH, Deceased Case No.: 26-401835-6 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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(3); or (2) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in 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 filing copy of notice to creditors March 6, 2026. Date of first publication of notice to creditors: March 18, 2026. /s/ RYAN A. SCARBROUGH RYAN A. SCARBROUGH Administrator for the Community Estate of LARRY SCARBROUGH AND DEBRA SCARBROUGH c/o Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Community Estate of LARRY SCARBROUGH AND DEBRA SCARBROUGH Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 Published in the Dispatch March 18, 25 & April 1, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN RE: THE COMMUNITY ESTATE OF ROSEMARY ANN ANICELLO AND GORDON DOUGLAS ANICELLO, Deceased Case No.: 26-4-01409-1 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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(3); or (2) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in 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 filing copy of notice to creditors February 23, 2026 Date of first publication of notice to creditors: March 4, 2026 /s/ TYSON ANICELLO TYSON ANICELLO Administrator for the Community Estate of ROSEMARY ANN ANICELLO AND GORDON DOUGLAS ANICELLO c/o Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Community Estate of ROSEMARY ANN ANICELLO AND GORDON DOUGLAS ANICELLO Marine View Law PLLC 18655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 Published in the Dispatch March 4, 11 & 18, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF KING IN RE: THE ESTATE OF RICHARD LEE GORMAN, Deceased Case No.: 26-4-01584-5 KNT PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS (RCW 11.40.030) PROBATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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(3); or (2) Four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in 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 filing copy of notice to creditors March 3, 2026 Date of first publication of notice to creditors: March 11, 2026 /s/ Danielle Nierman DANIELLE NIERMAN Administrator for the Estate of RICHARD LEE GORMAN c/o Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 212-6604 /s/ Renee Roman Renee Roman, WSBA #17728 Attorney for the Estate of RICHARD LEE GORMAN Marine View Law PLLC 19655 1st AVE S, Suite 207, Normandy Park, WA 98148 Tel: (206) 2126604 Published in the Dispatch March 11, 18 & 25, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: FRANK JOHN ANDERSON, Deceased. NO. 26-400444-0 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. 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(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in 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 filing copy of notice to creditors: March 9, 2026 Date of first publication: March 18, 2026 DATED this 11th day of February, 2026. /s/ BRYAN CHARLES ANDERSON Personal Representative BURNS LAW, PLLC 3711 Center Street Tacoma, Washington 98409 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Published in the Dispatch March 18, 25 & April 1, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In the Matter of the Estate of: GEORGE B. LECOMPTE, Deceased. NO. 26-400502-1 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. 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(3); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of the notice. If the claim is not presented within this time frame, the claim is forever barred, except as otherwise provided in 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 filing copy of notice to creditors: March 2, 2026 Date of first publication: March 11, 2026 DATED this 28 day of February, 2026. /s/ JEAN LECOMPTE, fka JEAN MARIE SCHLUMP, Personal Representative BURNS LAW, PLLC 3711 Center Street Tacoma, Washington 98409 Telephone: (253) 507-5586 Published in the Dispatch March 11, 18 & 25, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON FOR PIERCE COUNTY In Re The Estate of: JUDITH L. EARLE, Deceased. No. 26-4-00253-6 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 ap-
plicable 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: March 11, 2026. /s/ JILL K. BIG EAGLE Personal Representative /S/ ANNA VAN PELT, WSBA #36894 Attorneys for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: Jill K. Big Eagle 11019 6th Avenue S Seattle, WA 98168 Court of probate proceedings and cause number: Pierce County Superior Court 264-00253-6 VAN PELT LAW PO Box 55 129, SHORELINE, WA 98155 (206)6357250 Published in the Dispatch March 11, 18 & 25, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR KING COUNTY In Re the Estate of: RICHARD RAGSDALE, Deceased. Cause No. 26-401569-1 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: March 11, 2026 Personal Representative: Andrea Westphal 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: King County Superior Court 26-4-01569-1 KNT Published in the Dispatch March 11, 18 & 25, 2026
PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO 1. DEVIN DZIERZYNSKI, alleged father of JENAVEVE GARRISON; DOB: 11/08/2010; Cause No. 26-7-000712; A Dependency Petition was filed 01/30/2026; An Amended Dependency Petition was filed 02/19/2026. 2. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of JENAVEVE GARRISON; DOB: 11/08/2010; Cause No. 26-7-000712; A Dependency Petition was filed 1/30/2026; An Amended Dependency Petition was filed 02/19/2026.
AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: April 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma WA 98406. You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom. us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 921 9561 1785, Passcode 444705. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/ DPY.aspx. DATED this 27 day of February, 2026. By: LUNA SEE Legal Assistant Published in the Dispatch/Tacoma Weekly March 11, 18 & 25, 2026
PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO
1. SEDDRICK BRONNER, guardian of ISAAC C. DAVIDSON; DOB: 4/18/2011; Cause No. 24-7-00569-6; A Dependency Petition was filed 06/05/2024; An Amended Dependency Petition was filed on 6/21/24; A second Amended Dependency Petition was filed on 12/16/2024 2. SEDDRICK BRONNER, guardian of NALAYA V. DAVIDSON; DOB: 5/26/2010; Cause No. 24-7-005688; A Dependency Petition was filed 06/05/2024; A second Amended Dependency Petition was filed on 12/16/2024; a third Amended Petition was filed on 10/31/2025
3. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of LILLIAN MICHELLE JOHN COTTO; DOB:9/12/2024; Cause No. 25-7-00967-3; A Dependency Petition was filed 11/12/2025
4. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of DEMARRCO WILLIAMS; DOB: 8/10/2009; Cause No. 25-7-010248; A Dependency Petition was filed 12/8/2025, an Amended Petition was filed 2/12/2026
5. DEMARRRCO WILLIAMS, SR., alleged father of DEMARRCO WILLIAMS; DOB:/10/2009; Cause No. 25-7-010248; A Dependency Petition was filed 12/8/2025, an Amended Petition was filed 2/12/2026
6. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of AYDIN MCCLORE; DOB:8/9/2013; Cause No. 25-7-01025-6; A Dependency Petition was filed 12/8/2025, AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding Hearing will be held on this matter on: April 14 at 1:30p.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma WA 98406. You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom. us/join or call 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 921 9561 1785, Passcode 444705. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR CHILD IS DEPENDENT AS DEFINED IN RCW 13.34.030(6). THIS BEGINS A JUDICIAL PROCESS WHICH COULD RESULT IN PERMANENT LOSS OF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING THE COURT MAY ENTER A DEPENDENCY ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE. To request a copy of the Notice, Summons, and Dependency Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/ DPY.aspx. DATED this 27 day of February 2026. By: Luna See Legal Assistant Published in the Dispatch/Tacoma Weekly March 11, 18 & 25, 2026 PUBLICATION FOR: PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE JUVENILE DEPARTMENT THE STATE OF WASHINGTON TO:
1. JOHN DOE, unknown biological father of BABY BOY UAITA AKA JAMES UAITA DOB: 9/6/2024; Cause No. 257-00998-3; A Termination Petition was filed 11/26/2025. 2.FAAFETAIAGALELEI CHARITY UAITA, mother of BABY BOY UAITA AKA JAMES UAITA DOB: 9/6/2024; Cause No. 25-7-00998-3; A Termination Petition was filed 11/26/2025. AND TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: A Fact Finding hearing will be held on this matter on: April 21, 2026 at 8:45 a.m. at Pierce County Family and Juvenile Court, 5501 6th Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98406. You are summoned to appear at the hearing on the date, time, and place set forth above. The court expects you to appear in person unless there are extenuating circumstances that prevent you from being able to do so. If appearing by zoom participate at https://zoom. us/join or telephone at 253-215-8782 using Zoom Meeting ID 983 8387 6659, Passcode 256739. YOU SHOULD BE PRESENT AT THIS HEARING. THE HEARING WILL DETERMINE IF YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS TO YOUR CHILD ARE TERMINATED. IF YOU DO NOT APPEAR AT THE HEARING, THE COURT MAY ENTER AN ORDER IN YOUR ABSENCE TERMINATING YOUR PARENTAL RIGHTS. To request a copy of the Notice and Summons and Termination Petition, call DCYF at 1-800-423-6246. To view information about your rights in this proceeding, go to www.atg.wa.gov/TRM.aspx. PUBLISH March 18, 2026, March 25, 2026, and April 1, 2026.
Summons By Publication/Latrice C. Wyatt/Kenneth D. Wyatt, II/Occupants Of The Premises Superior Court Of Washington In And For Pierce County United Security Financial Corp., its successors in interest and/or assigns, Plaintiff, vs. Latrice C. Wyatt; Kenneth D. Wyatt, II;
Occupants Of The Premises; Continental Savings Bank; Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., A Separate Corporation That Is Acting Solely As Nominee For Security National Mortgage Company And Lender’s Successors And Assigns; and The Secretary Of Housing And Urban Development, Defendant(s). Case No.: 25-2-13263-9 Summons By Publication To Latrice C. Wyatt; Kenneth D. Wyatt, II; and Occupants Of The Premises: A lawsuit has been started against you in the above entitled court by United Security Financial Corp. (“Plaintiff”) regarding the foreclosure of the real property commonly known as 7409 91st Ave. SW, Lakewood, WA 98498. You are hereby summoned to appear within sixty (60) days after the date of the first publication of the summons, to wit, within sixty (60) days after 3/18/2026, and defend the above entitled action in the above entitled court, and answer the complaint of the Plaintiff, and serve a copy of your answer upon the undersigned attorneys for Plaintiff, 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 complaint, which has been filed with the clerk of said court. McCalla Raymer Liebert Pierce, LLP By: /s/ Nicholas A. Reynolds, WSBA No. 44935 16000 Christensen Rd., Suite 310 Tukwila, WA 98188 A copy of this Summons and its accompanying Complaint may be obtained by contacting counsel for the Plaintiff at the address shown on the Summons. Published in the Dispatch March 18, 25, April 1 & 8, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re the Parenting and Support of: Child(ren): BRAIDYN LEO PITTMAN KALUB JAMES OLIVER PITTMAN KARAH CYNTHIA-JO PITTMAN
Petitioner/s: KEVIN LEO PITTMAN And Respondent/s: SARAH MARIE HUSON No. 25-3-03546-7 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): SARAH MARIE HUSON I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: PETITION FOR MODIFICATION You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: 2/18/2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on this form (check the Response that matches the Petition): [X] FL Modify 602, Response to Petition to Change Parenting Plan, Residential Schedule or Custody Order. You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/ forms • Washington LawHelp: www. washingtonlawhelp.org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County County-City Building, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Room 110, Tacoma WA 98402 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ KEVIN LEO PITTMAN I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [X] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 11402 243rd AVENUE COURT EAST, TRAILER #1, BUCKLEY WA 98321 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL Alf Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch February 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2026 Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In re: Minor Guardianship of BRENDEN FRANCIS SWEZEY No. 24-4-00358-7 Summons Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To: Unknown father of BRENDEN FRANCIS SWEZEY I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Minor Guardianship. You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: February 25, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Ap-
pearance by the deadline: No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. Fill out a Response on this form: GDN M 301 Objection to Minor Guardianship, or GDN M 304 Parent’s Consent to Minor Guardianship. You can get the Response form and other forms you may need at: The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/ forms, or Washington LawHelp: www. washingtonlawhelp.org, or The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County, 930 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402 Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Leona Mae Kelley I agree to accept legal papers for this case at 9107 115th St. Ct. SW, Lakewood, WA 98498 This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 2026
Superior Court of Washington, County of Pierce In the Minor Guardianship of: MELISSA ELAINE GARDEE & LEONA GARDEE Respondent/s (minors/ children) No. 25-4-02677-1 Summons
Served by Publication (SMPB) Summons Served by Publication To (other party’s name/s): John Doe Father I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Minor Guardianship. You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this Summons is published: March 18, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default judgment). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response on either form: 1. GDN M 301 - Objection to Minor Guardianship, or 2. GDN M 304 - Parent’s Consent to Minor Guardianship You can get the Response forms and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp. org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee). 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: 5. Lawyer not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons or his/her lawyer fills out below: /s/ Michael Harness Date 3/13/26 Print name Michael Harness and Kaylee Lowe I agree to accept legal papers for this case at (check one): [x] the following address (this does not have to be your home address): 902 Boucher Ln Yakima WA 98901 (If this address changes before the case ends, you must notify all parties and the court in writing. You may use the Notice of Address Change form (FL All Family 120). You must also update your Confidential Information Form (FL All Family 001) if this case involves parentage or child support.) Note: You and the other party/ ies may agree to accept legal papers by email under Superior Court Civil Rule 5 and local court rules. This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington. Published in the Dispatch March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2026
TS No WA05000032-25-1 TO No 250174305-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: MICHAEL J. COPELAND AND KAYLYN M. COPELAND, HUSBAND AND WIFE Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: RANLife, Inc. Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: CHICAGO TITLE INSURANCE CO Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Servbank, N.A. Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 201812130022 Parcel Number: 5505301451 | 550530145-1 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on December 5, 2025, 09:00 AM ***THE SALE WAS POSTPONED TO 3/27/26 @ 9:00AM***, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA
98402, 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 Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: THE NORTH 50 FEET OF LOT 7 IN BLOCK 60, THIRD MAPLEWOOD ADDITION TO PUYALLUP, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 5 OF PLATS AT PAGE 88, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR; TOGETHER WITH A PORTION OF LAND EXTENDING 5 FEET FROM THE SOUTHERLY BOUNDARY DUE NORTH, 189 FEET EXTENDING FROM THE WESTERN BOUNDARY DUE EAST OF THE PARCEL OF PROPERTY RECORDED AS LOT 6 IN BLOCK 60, THIRD MAPLEWOOD ADDITION TO PUYALLUP, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF, RECORDED IN VOLUME 5 OF PLATS AT PAGE 88, RECORDS OF PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR; SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 5505301451 | 550530-145-1 More commonly known as 1313 14TH ST SW, PUYALLUP, WA 98371 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated December 4, 2018, executed by MICHAEL J. COPELAND AND KAYLYN M. COPELAND, HUSBAND AND WIFE as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for RANLIFE, INC., Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded December 13, 2018 as Instrument No. 201812130022 and the beneficial interest was assigned to RANLIFE, INC. and recorded October 30, 2023 as Instrument Number 202310300364 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by RANLife, Inc., 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. 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 PAYMENT INFORMATION From October 1, 2024 To July 23, 2025 Total Monthly Payment $16,071.00 Total $16,071.00 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION October 1, 2024 July 23, 2025 $163.38 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: December 4, 2018 Note Amount $194,500.00 Interest Paid To: September 1, 2024 Next Due Date: October 1, 2024 Current Beneficiary: RANLife, Inc. Contact Phone No: 866-867-0330 Address: 3138 East Elwood Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $177,219.31, 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 December 5, 2025. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by November 24, 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 November 24, 2025 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is 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 November 24, 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 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 current Beneficiary, RANLife, Inc. or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS KAYLYN M. COPELAND 1313 14TH ST SW, PUYALLUP, WA 98371 MICHAEL J. COPELAND 1313 14TH ST SW, PUYALLUP, WA 98371 OCCUPANT 1313 14TH ST SW, PUYALLUP, WA 98371 CITY OF PUYALLUP MUNICIPAL ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 333 S MERIDIAN, PUYALLUP, WA 98371 MV REALTY OF WASHINGTON, LLC 219 N. DIXIE BLVD, DELRAY BEACH, FL 33444 THE DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES (DSHS) DIVISION OF CHILD SUPPORT, PO BOX 11520, TACOMA, WA 98411 by both first class and certified mail on April 18, 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 April 18, 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. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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 Washington State Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownershipwa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 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: Toll-free: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice.org/home Dated: July 23, 2025 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 114962, Pub Dates: 02/25/2026, 03/18/2026, EATONVILLE DISPATCH
TS No WA07000109-24-2 TO No 250428850-WA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: VINCENT CORDOVA AND ATHINA DEBORD-THOMAS, A MARRIED COUPLE AND JOSEFINA GALINDO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Idaho Housing and Finance Association dba HomeLoanServ Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202306260431 Parcel Number: 6024600200 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 27, 2026, 09:00 AM, 2nd Floor Entry Plaza Outside the County Courthouse, Pierce County Superior Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma WA 98402, 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 Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 20 OF PLUMB RIDGE, AS PER PLAT RECORDED JUNE 16, 2004 UNDER RECORDING NO. 200406165001, RECORDS OF THE PIERCE COUNTY AUDITOR; SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 6024600200 More commonly known as 7615 198TH ST E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-3072 which is subject to that cer-
tain Deed of Trust dated June 21, 2023, executed by VINCENT CORDOVA AND ATHINA DEBORD-THOMAS, A MARRIED COUPLE AND JOSEFINA GALINDO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for PREMIER MORTGAGE RESOURCES, LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded June 26, 2023 as Instrument No. 202306260431 and the beneficial interest was assigned to Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) and recorded August 21, 2025 as Instrument Number 202508210127 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ), 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. 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 PAYMENT INFORMATION From March 1, 2025 To November 11, 2025 Total Monthly Payment $40,587.00
Total $40,587.00 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION March 1, 2025 November 11, 2025 $1,241.01 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: June 21, 2023 Note Amount $511,661.00 Interest Paid To: February 1, 2025 Next Due Date: March 1, 2025 Current Beneficiary: Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) Contact Phone No: (800) 526-7145 Address: 565 W Myrtle St., Boise, ID 83702 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $503,457.17, 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 March 27, 2026. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by March 16, 2026, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before March 16, 2026 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is 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 March 16, 2026 (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 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 current Beneficiary, Idaho Housing and Finance Association (which also dba HomeLoanServ) or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS VINCENT CORDOVA 7615 198TH ST E, SPANAWAY, WA 983873072 VINCENT CORDOVA C/O MORGAN K. MADISON MADEIRA, PLLC,, 3812 N. 26TH ST. SUITE B, TACOMA, WA 98401 VINCENT CORDOVA C/O PACIFIC NORTHWEST FAMILY LAW, 400 UNION AVE SE, STE 205, OLYMPIA, WA 98501 ATHINA DEBORDTHOMAS 7615 198TH ST E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-3072 JOSEFINA GALINDO 7615 198TH ST E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-3072 OCCUPANT 7615 198TH ST E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-3072 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF JOSEFINA GALINDO 7615 198TH ST E, SPANAWAY, WA 98387-3072 PIERCE COUNTY SEWER PIERCE COUNTY PLANNING & PUBLIC WORKS, 9850 64TH ST W, UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA 98467-1078 WASHINGTON STATE HOUSING FINANCE COMMISSION 1000 2ND AVENUE, SUITE 2700, SEATTLE, WA 981043601 WASHINGTON STATE HOUSING FINANCE COMMISSION C/O PREMIER MORTGAGE RESOURCES LLC, 3363 E PRESIDENTIAL DRIVE, SUITE 200, MERIDIAN, ID 83642 by both first class and certified mail on September 19, 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 September 20, 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. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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 Washington State Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownershipwa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 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: Toll-free: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice.org/home Dated: November 11, 2025 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/ Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 118729, Pub Dates: 02/25/2026, 03/18/2026, EATONVILLE DISPATCH
TS No WA07000215-22-4 TO No 250573999-WA-MSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: ANITA MONK, AN UNMARRIED PERSON Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: Village Capital & Investment LLC Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: WFG NATONAL TITLE COMPANY Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: Village Capital & Investment LLC Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202108311275 Parcel Number: 0021274035 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY
GIVEN that on April 17, 2026, 10:00 AM, The 2nd floor entry plaza outside the County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Avenue South, Tacoma, WA 98402, 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 Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: PARCEL A: LOT 63 OF PIERCE COUNTY LARGE LOT SUBDIVISION NO. 8904100306, ACCORDING TO SURVEY RECORDED APRIL 10,1989, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON;EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED TO PIERCE COUNTY FOR 186TH AVENUE KPN BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED UNDER RECORDING NO. 9109050104; PARCEL B: A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS DELINEATED ON PIERCE COUNTY LARGE LOT SUBDIVISION NO. 8904100306, ACCORDING TO SURVEY RECORDED APRIL 10,1989, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON; PARCEL C:A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS DELINEATED ON PIERCE COUNTY LARGE LOT SUBDIVISION NO. 8412070227, ACCORDING TO SUR-
VEY RECORDED DECEMBER 7,1984, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON;SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 0021274035 More commonly known as 2206 186TH AVENUE NW, LAKEBAY, WA 98349 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated August 30, 2021, executed by ANITA MONK, AN UNMARRIED PERSON as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for ACADEMY MORTGAGE CORPORATION, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded August 31, 2021 as Instrument No. 202108311275 and re-recorded September 17, 2021 as Instrument No. 202109170109 and the beneficial interest was assigned to VILLAGE CAPITAL & INVESTMENT LLC and recorded November 2, 2023 as Instrument Number 202311020099 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by Village Capital & Investment LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. 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 PAYMENT INFORMATION
From May 1, 2025 To December 10, 2025 Number of Payments 8 Monthly Payment Total $20,340.40 LATE CHARGE INFORMATION May 1, 2025 December 10, 2025 $589.36 PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION Note Dated: August 30, 2021 Note Amount $397,664.00 Interest Paid To: April 1, 2025 Next Due Date: May 1, 2025 Current Beneficiary: Village Capital & Investment LLC Contact Phone No: 800669-4268 Address: 2460 Paseo Verde Parkway, Suite 110, Henderson, NV 89074 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $366,614.74, 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 April 17, 2026. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by April 6, 2026, (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 April 6, 2026 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is 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 April 6, 2026 (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 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 current Beneficiary, Village Capital & Investment LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS ANITA MONK 2206 186TH AVENUE NW, LAKEBAY, WA 98349 ANITA MONK 2206 186th Ave NW, Home, WA 98349 ANITA MONK 60 E LABRADOR LN., BELFAIR, WA 98528 UNKNOWN SPOUSE OF ANITA MONK 2206 186TH AVENUE NW, LAKEBAY, WA 98349 by both first class and certified mail on November 5, 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 November 6, 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. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to
the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORECLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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 Washington State Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownershipwa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 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: Toll-free: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice.org/home Dated: December 11, 2025 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/ Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 119409, Pub Dates: 03/18/2026, 04/08/2026, EATONVILLE DISPATCH
TS No WA07000337-25-1 TO No 3681013 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO THE REVISED CODE OF WASHINGTON CHAPTER 61.24 ET. SEQ. Grantor: DERRICK EUGENE BROWN AND STEPHANIE LYNNE BROWN HUSBAND AND WIFE
Current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Original Trustee of the Deed of Trust: TICOR TITLE COMPANY Current Trustee of the Deed of Trust: MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps Current Mortgage Servicer of the Deed of Trust: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Reference Number of the Deed of Trust: Instrument No. 202110210752 Parcel Number: 6024653840 I. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on March 27, 2026, 10:00 AM, at the Second Floor Entry Plaza Outside Pierce County Courthouse, 930 Tacoma Ave South, Tacoma, WA 98402, 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 Pierce, State of Washington, to-wit: LOT 384 OF COUNTRY HOLLOW DIVISION 2, PHASE 1, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED JUNE 30, 2004 UNDER RECORDING NO. 200406305029, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. TOGETHER WITH A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS DELINEATED ON COUNTRY HOLLOW DIVISION 2, PHASE 1, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED JUNE 30, 2004 UNDER RECORDING NO. 200406305029, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. TOGETHER WITH A NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT FOR INGRESS AND EGRESS AS DELINEATED ON COUNTRY HOLLOW DIVISION 1 PHASE 1, ACCORDING TO PLAT RECORDED APRIL 30, 2003 UNDER RECORDING NO. 200304305011, IN PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON. SITUATE IN THE COUNTY OF PIERCE, STATE OF WASHINGTON. APN: 6024653840 More commonly known as 18529 94TH AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98375-2038 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated October 13, 2021, executed by DERRICK EUGENE BROWN AND STEPHANIE LYNNE BROWN HUSBAND AND WIFE as Trustor(s), to secure obligations in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. (“MERS”), as designated nominee for PREMIER MORTGAGE RESOURCES, LLC, Beneficiary of the security instrument, its successors and assigns, recorded October 21, 2021 as Instrument No. 202110210752 and the beneficial interest was assigned to PENNYMAC LOAN
SERVICES, LLC and recorded July 23, 2025 as Instrument Number 202507230118 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Pierce County, Washington. II. No action commenced by PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, the current Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the obligation in any Court by reason of the Borrowers’ or Grantors’ default on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust/Mortgage. 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 PAYMENT INFORMATION
From May 1, 2025 To November 19, 2025 Number of Payments 7 Monthly Payment $3,311.45 Total $23,180.15
LATE CHARGE INFORMATION May 1, 2025 November 19, 2025 $320.68
PROMISSORY NOTE INFORMATION
Note Dated: October 13, 2021 Note Amount $490,943.00 Interest Paid To: April 1, 2025 Next Due Date: May 1, 2025 Current Beneficiary: PennyMac Loan Services, LLC Contact Phone No: 866-549-3583 Address: 3043 Townsgate Road #200, Westlake Village, CA 91361 IV. The sum owing on the obligation secured by the Deed of Trust is: The principal sum of $453,192.93, 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 March 27, 2026. The defaults referred to in Paragraph III must be cured by March 16, 2026, (11 days before the sale date) to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before March 16, 2026 (11 days before the sale) the default as set forth in Paragraph III is 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 March 16, 2026 (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 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 current Beneficiary, PennyMac Loan Services, LLC or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): ADDRESS DERRICK EUGENE BROWN 18529 94TH AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98375-2038 STEPHANIE LYNNE BROWN 18529 94TH AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98375-2038 OCCUPANT 18529 94TH AVE E, PUYALLUP, WA 98375-2038 SALAL CREDIT UNION PO BOX 75029, SEATTLE, WA 981750029 STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES DIVISION OF CHILD SUPPORT PO BOX 11520, TACOMA, WA 98411-5520 THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT 451 SEVENTH STREET, SW , WASHINGTON, DC 20410 VERITY CREDIT UNION 11027 MERIDIAN AVE N, SEATTLE, WA 98133 by both first class and certified mail on October 17, 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 October 16, 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. X. Notice to Occupants or Tenants. The purchaser at the Trustee’s sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the deed of trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. Notice to Borrower(s) who received a letter under RCW 61.24.031: THIS NOTICE IS THE FINAL STEP BEFORE THE FORE-
CLOSURE SALE OF YOUR HOME. Mediation MUST be requested between the time you receive the Notice of Default and no later than 90 calendar days BEFORE the date of sale listed in the Notice of Trustee Sale. If an amended Notice of Trustee Sale is recorded 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 the 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 might 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 Washington State Housing Finance Commission: Toll-free: 1-877-894-HOME (1-877-894-4663) Website: https://www.homeownershipwa.org/ The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development: Toll-free: 1-800-569-4287 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: Toll-free: 1-800-606-4819 Website: https://nwjustice.org/home Dated: November 19, 2025 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as Duly Appointed Successor Trustee By: Alan Burton, Vice President MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps 606 W. Gowe Street Kent, WA 98032 Toll Free Number: (844) 367-8456 TDD: 711 949.252.8300 For Reinstatement/ Pay Off Quotes, contact MTC Financial Inc. DBA Trustee Corps Order Number 118946, Pub Dates: 02/25/2026, 03/18/2026, EATONVILLE DISPATCH
City of Puyallup - Notice to Contractors
Ramp Litter Clean Up CIP No. 26-003
Bid Due: 2:00pm - Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Estimated Cost: $50,000 $60,000
Scope: The City of Puyallup has received a Department of Ecology (DOE) Grant from the Solid Waste Management Division for the Ramp Litter Cleanup Program (RLCP). The city is looking for an experienced contractor for professional ramp litter cleanup services. The selected contractor should have at least two (2) years of experience with litter cleanup projects. Ramp Litter Cleanup shall occur at the following five (5) locations: On/Off Ramp 512 E&W from Pioneer Way E On/Off Ramp 512 E&W from S Meridian On/Off Ramp 512 E&W from 31st Ave SW On Ramp 512 W from 94th Ave E (9th St SW) Off Ramp 512 E from 94th Ave E (9th St SW)
The City anticipates awarding this Public Works Contract shortly thereafter bid opening with a Notice to Proceed date of 04/07/2026.
Notes: For information on obtaining bid documents, please email Robyn BuckHoldener at RBuck@PuyallupWA.gov.
Owner: City of Puyallup, 333 South Meridian, 4th Floor, Puyallup WA 98371
Contact: Kelton Parker, Project Manager, kparker@puyallupwa.gov
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Information
The City of Puyallup in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), commits to nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, in all of its programs activities. This material can be made available in an alternate format by emailing Dan Vessels, Jr. at DVessels@PuyallupWA.gov or by calling (253) 435-3641. The City of Puyallup in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964,78 Stat. 252,42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federallyassisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award.
Published in the Tacoma Weekly/Dispatch (TW) and the Daily Journal of Commerce (DJC) March 11, 2026, and March 18, 2026.
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: GAYLA LAVAY HILL, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00254-4 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The person named below has been appointed as Personal Representative of this estate. Any person hav-
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ing a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim 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 of 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 this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010 (1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 4, 2026 PERSONAL REPRE-
SENTATNE: /s/ Jennifer Susanne Hill
MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: 253-484-0142 Fax: 253572-8957 conor@conormccarthylaw. com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 4, 11 & 18, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: JEAN MARTHA CASADORO, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00621-3 NOTICE TO CREDITORS The people named below have been appointed as Co-Personal Representatives of this estate. Any person having a claim against the Decedent must, before the time such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim as provided in RCW 11.40.070 by serving on or mailing to the Co-Personal Representatives or the Co-Personal Representatives’ attorney at the address stated below, a copy of the claim and filing of 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 Co-Personal Representatives served or mailed this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets.
DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 11, 2026 CO-PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: /s/ Dennis Stephen Casadoro MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: 253-484-0142 Fax: 253572-8957 conor@cononrmccarthylaw. com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 11, 18 & 25, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: JESUS BRIONES-CASTILLEJA, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00504-7
NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable statute of limitations, present the claim 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 of 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 this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010(1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: March 4, 2026 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: /s/ Brandon Thomas Briones McCarthy Law Office, PLLC 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone: 253-4840142 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 4, 11 & 18, 2026 IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF PIERCE In re the Estate of: LINDA KAY HIGGINBOTHAM, Deceased. NO. 26-4-00687-6 NOTICE TO CREDITORS 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 such claim would be barred by any otherwise applicable
statute of limitations, present the claim 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 of 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 this notice to the creditor as provided by RCW 11.40.010 (1)(c); or (2) four months after the date of first publication of this notice. If the claim is not presented within this time, then the claim is forever barred, except as provided in RCW 11.40.051 and 11.40.060. This bar is effective as to claims against both the Decedent’s probate assets and non-probate assets. DATE OF FIRST PUBLICATION: Marc 18, 2026 PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE: /s/ Katreena Marie Finley MCCARTHY LAW OFFICE, PLLC By /s/ Conor E. McCarthy WSBA No 35497 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Phone:253-484-0142 Fax:253572-8957 conor@conormccarthvlaw. com Attorney for Personal Representative Address for Mailing or Service: 1109 Tacoma Ave. South Tacoma, WA 98402 Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 18, 25 & April 1, 2026
IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF WASHINGTON COUNTY OF PIERCE MINOR GUARDIANSHIP PETITION, SUMMONS SERVICE BY PUBLICATION TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, AND: To John Doe, unknown biological father of Indigo Rose Baltazar, DOB 11-1-2025, Minor Guardianship Petition, Cause No. 26-4-00032-1 I have started a court case by filing a petition. The name of the Petition is: Petition for a Minor Guardianship You must respond in writing if you want the court to consider your side. Deadline! Your Response must be filed and served within 60 days of the date this summons is published: February 25, 2026. If you do not file and serve your Response or a Notice of Appearance by the deadline: • No one has to notify you about other hearings in this case, and • The court may approve the requests in the Petition without hearing your side (called a default of judgement). Follow these steps: 1. Read the Petition and any other documents that were filed at court with this Summons. Those documents explain what the other party is asking for. 2. Fill out a Response: • If you disagree use Objection to Minor Guardianship, form GDN-M-301 • If you agree use Parent’s Consent to Minor Guardianship, form GDN-M-304 You can get the Response/Objection form and other forms you may need at: • The Washington State Courts’ website: www.courts.wa.gov/forms • Washington LawHelp: www.washingtonlawhelp. org, or • The Superior Court Clerk’s office or county law library (for a fee) 3. Serve (give) a copy of your Response to the person who filed this Summons at the address below, and to any other parties. You may use certified mail with return receipt requested. For more information on how to serve, read Superior Court Civil Rule 5. 4. File your original Response with the court clerk at this address: Superior Court Clerk, Pierce County 930 Tacoma Ave South, Room #110 Tacoma, WA 98402 5. Lawyer Not required: It is a good idea to talk to a lawyer, but you may file and serve your Response without one. Person filing this Summons: Shaun Sanchez I agree to accept legal papers for this cause at the following address: 22123 50th Ave Ct E Spanaway, WA 98387 This Summons is issued according to Rule 4.1 of the Superior Court Civil Rules of the state of Washington Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch February 25, March 4, 11, 18, 25 & April 1, 2026
NOTICE CITY OF PUYALLUP PUBLIC HEARINGS City of Puyallup, Washington
Notice is hereby given that the Puyallup City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. to receive public comment on the Traffic Impact Fee Study. This public hearing is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers located on the 5th floor of City Hall at 333 S. Meridian. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. and can be viewed in person or via livestream (city website, Zoom, or YouTube). Information on how to view the meeting virtually will be added to the agenda and published on the City’s website by 3:00 p.m., on the Thursday preceding the meeting.
Written comments will be accepted at info@puyallupwa.gov until 5:30 p.m. on March 24, 2026 and distributed to the City Council before the meeting. For additional information please contact the City Clerk by phone at 253-841-5480 or email at Dvessels@puyallupwa.gov.
The City of Puyallup does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, or national origin in its programs, services, or activities. If you need language assistance, translation, or an auxiliary aid, service, or policy modification to fully participate, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (253) 841-4321 (TTY 711) or info@puyallupwa.gov at least 48
hours before the event; later requests will be honored when feasible.
DAN VESSELS JR. CITY CLERK
Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 18, 2026
NOTICE CITY OF PUYALLUP PUBLIC
HEARINGS City of Puyallup, Washington
Notice is hereby given that the Puyallup City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30 p.m. to receive public comment on the Water Use Efficiency Plan. This public hearing is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The public hearing will be held in the City Council Chambers located on the 5th floor of City Hall at 333 S. Meridian. The meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. and can be viewed in person or via livestream (city website, Zoom, or YouTube). Information on how to view the meeting virtually will be added to the agenda and published on the City’s website by 3:00 p.m., on the Thursday preceding the meeting.
Written comments will be accepted at info@puyallupwa.gov until 5:30 p.m. on March 24, 2026 and distributed to the City Council before the meeting. For additional information please contact the City Clerk by phone at 253-841-5480 or email at Dvessels@puyallupwa.gov.
The City of Puyallup does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, or national origin in its programs, services, or activities. If you need language assistance, translation, or an auxiliary aid, service, or policy modification to fully participate, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (253) 841-4321 (TTY 711) or info@puyallupwa.gov at least 48 hours before the event; later requests will be honored when feasible.
JR. CITY CLERK
DAN VESSELS
Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 18, 2026
NOTICE OF FINAL DETERMINATION OF NON-SIGNIFICANCE
The City of Puyallup, as lead agency on the following described project, has retained a Determination of Non-Significance (DNS) under the State Environmental Policy Act Rules (Chapter 197-11 WAC) for the following project: Permit # PLCTA20250055
Applicant: City of Puyallup Development & Permitting Services Department, Planning Division 333 South Meridian, Puyallup, WA 98371. Location: This is a non-project SEPA determination (not site-specific). The proposed update to the City’s Municipal Code will affect properties in the City of Puyallup with critical areas.
Staff Contact: Kendall Wals, Senior Planner, 2538415462, KWals@PuyallupWA.gov.
Request: The City of Puyallup is updating its critical areas regulations as required by the Growth Management Act (GMA) of Washington. Updates to critical area regulations must be based on the best available science for all critical area types, while specifically considering the conservation and protection of anadromous fisheries (salmon). The proposed action amends Chapter 21.06 of the Puyallup Municipal Code.
**The City received comments in response to the preliminary DNS for this project. The City responded to those comments and prepared additional draft amendments, as necessary. The draft code was also modified to recognize the Planning Commission’s recommendation to City Council regarding updates to stream buffers. The DNS has been retained, and a final determination is being issued with an updated appeal period.
Comments Due Date: The comment period for the preliminary DNS ended on October 29, 2025; there is no additional comment period associated with this determination.
SEPA Status: Final SEPA Determination Issued.
After review of a completed environmental checklist and other information on file, the City of Puyallup has determined this proposal will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment. To obtain copies of the DNS, please visit https://permits.puyallupwa. gov/portal/ , select ‘ Application Search’ from the ‘ Planning Division’ section to navigate to the Planning Division Permit Application Search page. Enter the permit #PLCTA20250055 into the search field and select the permit number from the search list to navigate to the permit status page for this permit. Scroll to the bottom of the page to view a list of all documents associated with the permit file, including the Final SEPA DNS.
Appeals Consistent with WAC 197-11-545 regarding commenting parties and agencies, an appeal of the subject DNS may be filed via a written request with the SEPA Responsible Official by applicable parties and agencies within 10 days of the Final DNS issuance, or by 3:00 pm on March 20, 2026. Appeals will be accepted via the CityView permit portal only (https://permits.puyallupwa.gov/ Portal). Please contact the staff member listed above prior to submission, if possible.
Published in the Tacoma Weekly & Dispatch March 18, 2026
