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Rachel Busby Obituary
Rachel Verda Busby
Rachel graduated from Granite Falls High School in 1997 and from Western Washington University in 2001, with a degree in psychology.
Rachel was a wonderful, giving, loving, daughter, sister, aunt and friend.
She is survived and celebrated by her loving proud parents, Buzz L. Busby and Angela K. Wright; her devoted sisters, Tierra A. Busby and Avril A. Busby; her beloved niece, Amaya C. Busby- Frey; beloved nephew, Asher R. Sutton; and numerous loving extended family and closely held friends.
Rachel touched many lives in her short lifetime. She will always be loved and remembered for her beautiful smile, her warmth and humor, kindness and empathy for others. She worked tirelessly at the Skagit County Prosecutor's office and Skagit DV&SA Services to assist victims of domestic violence and to promote understanding of that issue.
A memorial in her honor will be held at 3 p.m., June 20, 2009, at River and Meadows Park on Jordan Rd. near Granite Falls, WA. The wearing of her favorite color red is suggested.
In remembrance of Rachel, donations may be made in her name to Skagit
DV&SA Services (www.skagitdvsas.org) or to Heifer International (www.heifer.org), which provides farm animals to families in need worldwide.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Rachel Busby
Katie Hyatt
June 7, 2021
Rachel was such a light in this world. She was the most genuine person and always had a smile and kind word for all. I have a small picture of a few of us together that sits framed on my dresser and always will. She is gone but never forgotten. ❤
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Mommie
June 7, 2010
Always in my heart Rachie, always so loved,always so missed... our lives are not the same without you my sweet Rachel.
Bradley Palitz
May 25, 2010
love you rachie, i know your around us and watching over your family
R C
May 24, 2010
Everyday for the last 365 days my love.
Stephana Timmer
August 4, 2009
My thoughts & prayers go out to your family. I got to know Rachel over the past 10 yrs while doing Rachel's hair & enjoyed every appointment with her.
I was so sorry to hear the news & will truly miss her & her smile.
Erin Dunn
July 13, 2009
sweetest Rachel,
words cannot express the despair of the news of your passing.
We will always love you as one of our family.
July 10, 2009
In life our souls and love we did share.
Now, without your touch I feel only despair.
And, the empty silence is more than my heart can bear.
There are so many things I wished and need to declare.
With each tear and whisper, I beseech you to hear my prayer.
So until that day, please just know that I loved and cared.
Be at peace my little dragonfly.
Renata Marlow Bos
June 26, 2009
Rachel,
I was saddened to hear the news that you left us here on earth, however know that you are at peace in God's hands.
I always enjoyed our time together and always thought of you as such a beautiful fragile flower, so sweet with a gorgeous smile and one of the kindest people I know. I am honored that you allowed me to be your friend.
You will be missed by so many. I will never forget you...Rest easy sweet Rachel.
Love and Friendship Always....until we meet again,
Renata
June 25, 2009
Buzz; I am so very saddened to learn about Rachel. May your memories of her love be with you always.
Cyndy Olson-Nance
Tara Stout
June 24, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Christopher Kemper
June 23, 2009
The pain of losing someone so dear would break the human spirit if we were not blessed with the ability to remember all the joy, love and happiness those we have lost have brought to our lives. May your wonderful memories of Rachel sustain you and deliver a smile at the moments you need it most. Love and prayers.
Paulah Costeck
June 21, 2009
To the Busby Family
I did not know your Daughter Rachel, but in conversations with my Brother (Ron Costeck) I have come to learn what a precious, beautiful and loving person you have all lost.
Your Family are in my prayers.
Paul and Heather Costeck
June 19, 2009
To the Busby Family and our Son Ron.
Trust in the Master Weaver
When grey threads mar lifes pattern
And seem so out of line,
Trust in the Master Weaver
Who planned the whole design.
The pattern may seem intricate
And hard to understand,
But trust in the master weaver
And his steady, guiding hand.
Soar with the Angels, Rachel
Carol Lewellen
June 19, 2009
Buzz,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of loss. We are so sorry.
Carol & Duane Lewellen
Darcy Allison
June 19, 2009
Angela,
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Rachel. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Darcy Allison
Michelle Goldberg
June 19, 2009
Buzz,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
June 18, 2009
Rachel and Ron
June 18, 2009
Rachel's and Buddie standoff :)
June 18, 2009
Rachels Smile
June 18, 2009
Rachel, Tierra and Amaya
June 18, 2009
Rachel and Tierra
June 18, 2009
Rachel and Asher
June 18, 2009
June 18, 2009
This poem makes me think of what Rachel would want:
when i come to the end of the road,
and the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom-filled room!
Why cry for a soul set free?
Miss me a little-but not too long,
and not with your head bowed low;
remember the love that we once shared-but let me go.
For this journey we all must take
and each must go alone;
it's all part of the Master's plan- a step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart, go to the friend's we know,
and bury your sorrows in doing good deeds
Miss me-but let me go.
Find your peace Rachel....
RAM C
June 18, 2009
Kiddo,
You are beautiful and your love so innocent. I’m going to miss your shuffling steps around the house, the battles between you and buddie over the couch, your special laugh and radiant smile. Your needs were modest and pure….Love and a chocolate dipped cone! Words can’t express how much I’m going to miss you. You took a piece of my soul with you…it’s yours to keep.
Donita (Doni) Scott (Saddler)
June 18, 2009
Buzz, Angie, Tierra and Avril,
When I think of Rachel, I invision the little curly haired blond girl my sisters and I used to babysit. She seems to have grown into a beautilful young lady, loved by all. You are all in the thoughts and prayers of the Saddler family.
Katie Riehl
June 18, 2009
Rachel was truly an amazing person- she always had a kind word for everyone and I will always remember her beautiful smile. She was such sweet friend to me- I have never met a more caring, loving person. I am so sorry for the loss of your Rachel, and I hope it gives you some comfort to hear how much she was and always will be loved. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, my heart goes out to you in this sad time.
June 17, 2009
Our encounter was brief, it is sad to think that I will not see you for a while. You are being missed, and will be missed. Rest In Peace, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Janelle Ling
June 17, 2009
Busby's & Frey's,
Words can't express how truly sorry I am for your loss of Rachel. I pray that you will find comfort in each other. I hope that in time, the sadness in your heart will be replaced with wonderful memories of Rach. I cherish a lot of little kid memories that I have of Rachel.
Leslie Strong
June 17, 2009
Buzz, I know you from your work at PSE. I am so terriby sorry for the loss of your dear daughter. She must have been a really wonderful and compassionate person. Words are never a enough. Sometimes I feel that people don't leave you, they are just out of sight. My condolences to you and your family. Please take care.
Leslie Strong, Western Washington University
Cindy Worthen
June 17, 2009
I met you in church last Sunday. My thoughts are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. Never having known your daughter I can't imagine your sorrow.
Please check into "lighthouse moms" a support group in Sno . Cty for people suffering as you are.
You remain in my prayers,
Cindy Worthen
Maggie Owens (Allen)
June 16, 2009
I will never forget Rachel's smile...So beautiful and caring!
I will never forget the memories of high school and cross country.
Rachel will never be forgotten!
June Millican
June 15, 2009
My Vanessa and Rachel were good friends through out high school. We will always remember her as a beautiful girl with a wonderful smile and attitude. She always made an attempt to come over to my husband and I and say hello and smile. We love her and will miss her. Everyone will always remember how sweet she was and the kindness she showed everyone. We send our condolences to all her family and friends.......... June and Art Millican
June McNiff
June 15, 2009
Through elementary and high school I enjoyed watching you, Melissa and Vanessa grow in young women, you always seemed to have a smile for everyone. That is what I'll always remember.....You will be missed by all who loved you!!
Know my love and prayers are with you and your family, now and forever!
Melissa Turner-Cincotta's Mother
JoAnne Emery
June 15, 2009
To the family of Rachel, I am so sorry to hear to her passing. Rachel was one of the sweetest girls I ever met.
She would always say "Hi Jesse's mom" when I saw her. It was extra special just the way she said it.
She will be really be missed by all who knew her and loved her.
Brenda Rader
June 15, 2009
Buzz, Angela, Tierra, Avril and family, As with so many people, Rachel took me under her wings when I was fragile...she lifted me up....I'm lost without her smile, compassion and love...the memories of our time together will be embedded in my heart forever...she was a part of my family...I love her and miss her...Brenda
Jennifer Larson
June 15, 2009
Rachel will be missed. I haven't seen here in quite a few years. We went to High School together; I was sadden by your loss. Please remember that Rachel will never be forgotten. The love and compassion she had for others was truly remarkable. She always had such an amazing smile and such a wonderful view on life.
Vanessa Ahrstrom
June 15, 2009
Rachel,
You have graced my life in so many ways. I am proud to call you friend and I will treasure our memories forever. I love you, V.
Lynda Lien
June 15, 2009
Busby family: I am deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved daughter and sister, Rachel. I remember Rachel as a sensitive and compassionate little girl who had a natural curiousity about the world. She had a light and beauty about her that made her stand out among her friends and classmates. Even after all these years I can clearly remember her beautiful face surrounded by long curls and her ever present smile. She will be sorely missed by so many people.
My prayers are with you as well as with Rachel...
Patrick Malnes
June 14, 2009
Rachel, You always had a bright glow of goodness beaming from you. You were always there for me. Anyone who you ever met they always instantly fell in love with you. You are such a good person. I have so many good memories and we have had so much fun together I can picture us laughing together right now. I Love You
June 14, 2009
To Rachel's family and other friends, I am shocked that she is no longer with us to share her smile, sense of humor and to be a friend to many who needed her. I worked with Rachel at the prosecutor's office and respect all she did for victims of domestic violence. Gretchen
Justin Palitz
June 14, 2009
Rachel, I will miss your big hugs, smile and levity. You would only call me Juzzy-Muzzy, and coming from you it would never bother me. I will miss that as well.
Rest in peace my dear cousin.
Angela Rieckers
June 14, 2009
So sorry...you will be missed!
Pamela Crume
June 14, 2009
My sincere condolences to Rachel's family. I had the opportunity to work with Rachel a few years ago. I am not only shocked, but saddened by her loss. She was such a vibrant and special person who had tremendous compassion and love in her heart. May she rest peacefully and watch over us as the angel of goodness that she was.
Kathy Davis
June 14, 2009
Search Light Mom's wants to tell you how sorry we are for the passing of your Rachel. If there is anything that we can do for you please let us know. We as mothers understand the day to day pain as we search for answers.
Love and Blessings,
Search Light Mom's
www.slmoms.com
June 12, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Erin Stephenson
June 12, 2009
To the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers, and I am soo sorry for your loss.
Rachel, I can still hear you laughing and I still see your bright beauitful smile, We shared many adventures together,which I will treasure forever. You were a wonderful friend, who always made me laugh. You will truly be missed. I love you so much that it makes me cry just writing this. Good bye my sweet Rachel and may you rest in peace.
Steven McNeil
June 12, 2009
I offer my deepest condolences to the Busby family and friends. I'm Ron Costeck's cousin up here in Canada.
The loss of a loved one is usually full of sorrow. Celebrating their Life tends to put on a smile, helping wipe away the tears.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jeff Crane
June 11, 2009
My deepest sympothies to the Busby family. Rachel was one in a million and was amazing at always putting a smile on someone's face when they needed it most. The light that she brought to the world will never be forgotten.
June 11, 2009
In elementary school - We met and became friends.
In middle school - We shared many good times as well as a cabin at camp.
In high school - We joined several clubs together (art club, science club), were lab partners, and most importantly good friends.
In College - We ate pizza together, saw Tori Amos together, hung out on WWU's campus together, and had many coffee outings
As adults - We shared the stress of our work days, played trivial pursuit, had many dinners together, and during her hard times we lived together.
Rest now Rachel and know that you were loved and will not be forgotten.
Pamela Crume
June 11, 2009
My sincere condolences to Rachel's family. I had the opportunity to work with Rachel a few years ago. I am not only shocked, but saddened by her loss. She was such a vibrant and special person who had tremendous compassion and love in her heart. May she rest peacefully and watch over us as the angel of goodness that she was.
Amanda Bond
June 11, 2009
Rachel we all will miss you so much!!! I love you will all my heart!!
Love your little cuz panda
Cuzin and best friend, Mindy
June 11, 2009
Aww my dear cuzzy-wuzzy, i miss you more then you will ever know.. Everyday I wake-up thinking I can hug you one more time and tell you how much you are loved... I know you are up there tak'n good care of my snuggles... I'll see you again!! I love you! You can rest now Rach... XOXOX
June 11, 2009
Rachel was a sweet, smart, funny person who could light up a room with her smile. I loved her and I hope she has found peace.
Shannan Ramey (Grant)
June 11, 2009
Angela, Buzz, Tierra, and Avril: Words cannot express my sadness for you all. Rachel was such an amazing person and was always such a good friend to me. I have so many wonderful memories of her and your family. Please know that I am thinking of you all and hoping that all the great memories of Rachel help you through this difficult time.
Shannon Lindahl-Coe
June 11, 2009
Ti & Avril - I'm so sorry. Anything that we can do, please let us know. Travis says he loves you both and is thinking of you too. All the love
June 11, 2009
Rachel was one of my closest friends....everything she did was with compassion. I loved her dearly...and miss her even more.
MARY BURDICK
June 11, 2009
Your Family is in our hearts and prayers in this difficult time.
The Burdick Family
flower butler
June 11, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss, just wanted you all to know that my family is thinking you and yours at this difficult time.
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