What I will do for Stevens County as Coroner
Meet Roseanne
Experience and Credentials
As Coroner I will bring prevention and education to the forefront. It is my strong belief that the duty of a Coroner is not only to exonerate the innocent and to prosecute the guilty, but also to protect the wellbeing and lives of our community! Valuable information that directly informs preventive services is gathered through compassionate, scientific and thorough death investigation. Stevens County and our neighboring counties have experienced an increase in fatal opioid overdoses from synthetic opioids with fentanyl accounting for most of these deaths. Our rural roadways can be dangerous, not only for teenage drivers, but for everyone during the summer riding season and throughout our snowy winters. Many of us enjoy water sports and boating, swimming, hiking and hunting. Suicide prevention and mental health services go hand in hand. Eastern WA, including Stevens County, is significantly impacted by the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP) crisis. The need for continued education and awareness around Indigenous communities, their history, and the systemic issues that have fueled the MMIWP crisis is vital. I am wholly dedicated to Stevens County with 100% of my professional focus being on our community!
I have a plan in place to add transparency to the operations of the Coroner’s Office, better convey cause and manner of death statistics to families and community leaders and to increase the allocation of funds for autopsy services from the currently available budget. I will build a platform to educate our County about the effects of violence on an acute and cumulative level, the damage of illicit drug use to families and the ripple effect of risk taking and reckless behavior can have on us all! Death investigation gives a voice to those who can no longer speak for themselves. I will provide Stevens County with expert death investigation and the information we all need to keep our children healthy and safe and our lives long and healthy!
I live in the Suncrest area of Stevens County with my husband, Johnny Ennis, and our 7 children. We have had family ties to Stevens County and the community of Suncrest for over 20 years. I have directly investigated over 1600 deaths and assisted with the investigations of an innumerable amount more throughout my tenure as a Deputy Medicolegal Death Investigator (MDI) with the Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office and as a Deputy Coroner for Stevens County. In addition to investigations, I am trained in autopsy, various methods of postmortem imaging and sample and evidence collection for postmortem testing.
I am board certified by the American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators, the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSCJTC) and the International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards. I have advanced training in signs of hidden homicide and strangulation through the Department of Justice. I have a degree in Mortuary Science, spent 8 years in laboratory medicine and women’s health and 5 years as an embalmer and funeral director. I spend my down time with my parents and children. I strength train and compete in powerlifting.
On any given afternoon you can find us in the gym or at one of our children’s soccer or volleyball games. We have a child at each school along 291 at the South end of Stevens County! For several years now, I have guest lectured at Lakeside Middle School’s ‘medical detectives’ class and volunteered my time to teach high school students about autopsy and death investigation. When time permits I assistant coach the strength and conditioning class at Lake Side Middle School.
My husband, Johnny Ennis, has over 23 years of experience in the U.S. Air Force. During my campaign for Coroner, he is deployed overseas for Operation Epic Fury. He leads and manages intelligence activities across the full spectrum of warfare. He serves as the Senior Intelligence Officer and Chief of Information Protection for the 141 Air Refueling Wing, Washington State Air National Guard.
I live in the Suncrest area of Stevens County with my husband, Johnny, and our seven children. Our family has deep roots in this community, and our lives are built around it. Our kids go to school along 291 in Nine Mile Falls, so every part of our family life is tied to the schools, neighborhoods, and people of Stevens County.
Outside of work, I spend my time with my family, coaching, training, and supporting our kids in their activities. I have also guest lectured at Lakeside Middle School’s medical detectives class and volunteered to teach high school students about autopsy and death investigation. When time permits, I even help coach the strength and conditioning class at Lake Side Middle School.
My husband, Johnny, proudly serves in the U.S. Air Force and is currently deployed overseas for Operation Epic Fury. Our family understands the meaning of service, commitment, and sacrifice, and we know how important military and retired military families are in Stevens County.
I am fully dedicated to serving Stevens County and the people who call it home. My campaign is rooted in prevention, education, and compassionate public service, with a focus on scientific, thorough death investigation and stronger outreach for families across the county.
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Focus on scientific, thorough death investigation.
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Commitment to public health and safety.
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Prevention through education and outreach.
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Compassionate service for families and communities
Stevens County deserves leadership that is present, accountable, and fully focused on this community. I will not split my time between counties or hold multiple full-time roles. My commitment is to serve Stevens County fully, professionally, and without distraction.
Focus on scientific, thorough death investigation.
Commitment to public health and safety.
Prevention through education and outreach.
Compassionate service for families and communities
Credentials & Professional Training
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Diplomate, American Board of Medicolegal Death Investigators (D-ABMDI)
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Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (WSJTC)
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International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards (ICFSEB)
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Degree in Mortuary Science
Understanding Death Investigations in Stevens County
A death investigation is not about crime shows — it’s about protecting the living. By determining the cause and manner of death, the process helps identify risks, prevent future tragedies, and provide clear answers to families.
I have investigated over 1,600 deaths and assisted in many more through my work as a Deputy Medicolegal Death Investigator with the Spokane County Medical Examiner’s Office and as a Deputy Coroner for Stevens County. My experience includes autopsy support, postmortem imaging, and evidence collection, along with advanced training in forensic investigation, including recognizing hidden homicide and strangulation.
I am committed to bringing this experience, professionalism, and dedication to Stevens County — ensuring every case is handled with care, integrity, and a focus on prevention, education, and community safety.
Priorities for Stevens County
Roseanne’s campaign is built around practical education and community safety.
1. Public Health and Safety First
Strengthening death investigation standards to protect public health and ensure community safety through science-driven practices.
2. Education & Prevention Initiatives
Leading proactive education on overdose prevention, DWI, gun and water safety, and infant safe sleep to reduce preventable deaths.
3. Compassionate & Dignified Services
Providing thorough, respectful investigations while supporting families, next-of-kin, and underserved populations with care and transparency.
4. Inclusive Outreach & Advocacy
Expanding access, honoring Native American funerary practices, and giving a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves.
The role of the coroner is deeply human. Roseanne Ennis Jezerinac is running to bring thoughtful leadership, education, and prevention to Stevens County — with the goal of protecting communities and serving families with dignity.
What I Will Do as Coroner
This role demands more than presence—it requires professional expertise, accountability, and full-time commitment. As a Coroner, I will bring certified training, real experience, and undivided attention to Stevens County—not split between counties, and not compromised by competing responsibilities.
Stevens County faces real challenges — including opioid overdoses, dangerous rural roadways, water and outdoor recreation risks, and the urgent need for stronger mental health and suicide prevention efforts. Our region is also deeply impacted by the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People crisis, which demands continued awareness and action.
I will increase transparency, improve how information is shared with families and community leaders, and advocate for better resources, including funding for autopsy services. My goal is simple: use the knowledge gained from death investigations to help prevent future loss and keep our community safe.
