FYI from eariler today from WDFW Region 4.


It is with great sadness that I report our friend and colleague Steve Foley tragically passed away unexpectedly Sunday afternoon. Specific information about what happened is still coming in, but he appears to have had a heart attack while exercising at a local gym and efforts to revive him were unsuccessful. Steve spent his entire 30 year career working with the fish program in region 4. Steve was the heart and soul of the regional office and was an irreplaceable member of our regional team. Steve is survived by his wife Linda and daughter Lindsey. Our heartfelt sympathy goes to his family and to all his co-workers and friends who loved him. Details regarding memorial services will follow.



There will be a card and condolence book available at the Mill Creek office and at the reception desk at the NRB’s Fish Program. You are also welcome to send cards to the family in care of the region 4 office and we will deliver them. E-mails can be sent to Heidi Host who will ensure they are properly delivered as well. WDFW Chaplain Mike Neil will be in the Mill Creek office today and available to staff. Mike can also be reached at 253-381-2112 for those who may wish to speak with him in the coming days.





Bob Everitt, Regional Director

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

16018 Mill Creek Blvd.

Mill Creek, WA 98012

425-775-1311