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Vicki Rightmyer Obituary

Dr. Vicki Rightmyer (Burnham) May 2, 1954-Nov. 23, 2008 Born in Bellingham, WA to Jack and Myrna Burnham. Vicki was a graduate of Bellingham High School and LACC College of Chiropractic. She was an accomplished chiropractor with a successful business in Southern California. She loved to golf, ski, walk, read and dance. Vicki was a generous person and beautiful friend and her life was sadly cut short. She leaves her mother Myrna Mendenhall. sister Tamera (Peter) Salladay, step-sister Lynda Lowe, niece Kelsey Salladay, nephew Raymond Burnham, Uncle Dennis (Carol) Bond and Aunt Sally Bond. Preceding her in death brother Jay, Uncle William (Bill) Bond and James Bond. A gathering of friends and family will be held Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 3103 Alderwood, Bellingham, WA, from 2pm-4pm. 360-756-9822. [email protected]

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Published by Bellingham Herald on Dec. 14, 2008.

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December 14, 2010

I will never forget Vicki. I can still see her smiling face. She is truly missed. She was an istant friend.
Karlene (LA Chiropractic College SP)

Susana Montes

August 25, 2010

I had the pleasure to get hired by Vicki and she was the most amazing, loving, caring and giving person I have ever work for. I know I was fortunate to have a boss like her I worked for her when i was 17 yrs old and now 26 and I have not work for anyone like Vicki, Just the other day I went to Starbucks and I order a Drink in her memory her favorite drink from Starbucks and Iced Americano with room for Half and Half and two raw sugars She is very missed

Guido Morales

June 18, 2009

Vicki was such a ray of light that could not be shadowed....
She was such a postive and caring person.
I knew she really cared for her patients.....through her words and kindness.....
She will be deeply missed......
I would randomly call her to check on her and see how she was doing...if Tami her sister reads this-would really appreciate it if you could call me....i just found out and am deeply saddened......949-293-6787
Guido

Patricia Ferguson-Goodson

March 17, 2009

Vicki was really good to me and my whole family. I meet Vicki at a show where she was promoting her chiropractic services.
I had just hurt may back and think I was walking funny. She introduced herself and from then on she took care of my back. She also took care of my entire family. My father just adored Vicki. She was so sweet to him, he would drive across town just to see her. When he passed away she was there there for me and was one of those who came to his memorial with love and support. She was such a good person and a good friend. My kids loved her too. I always thought that she was a very beautiful person inside and out. I'm so sorry that over that last few year we had not stayed in touch. She will be forever in my heart. She was special.

Patricia Ferguson-Goodson

Sara Fawcett

March 2, 2009

Viki, my heart is so saddened at the news of your passing. The boys and I will miss you so very much. You were the most (and only) thoughtful person my boys had to go to when they were so very young. I will always be grateful to you for that. You held my youngest son when he was so sad that his mom wasn't there to hold him. Thank you. May you rest in peace .... Love, Sara

Greg Dies

January 2, 2009

Vickie, I know you're up there somewhere reading this guest book so I will spell check when I'm done. You're very much missed, your heart, your smile and your love of life. I miss our conversations, the way you laughed, the way you took a cloudy day and painted it bright. You had a gentle way about you that always put me at ease. You were always kind to myself and my children and I struggle with the fact I can't just call you anymore. I hope you found what you were always looking for. You deserved the world and never let me down. I smile at the thought of you, probably will forever.

Camille Arroyo

December 27, 2008

Vicki was my inspiration and my mentor, I loved her so much. When my kids got sick, she was in the hospital by my side. Her support and love got me through many of my tough times. When I met her, my self esteem was zero but everyday she reminded me that I was just as good as everyone else and I was worth more than what I valued my self. I am so gratefull to of had her in my life. I will miss her.

Rene Leeson

December 21, 2008

You will always be in my thoughts Vicki.

Karlene Ellis

December 20, 2008

Vicki was such a special person. I remember her from the Los Angeles
Chiropractic College. She was a student Dr. in the clinic. My daughter, Cassie and I were her patients. She was so caring. She inspired goodness. Although I had not heard from her or about her in
years I am so saddened to read of her death. I recently found one of
her business cards. On the back of it she had written her home phone number and her pager/voice mail number. As
a standardized patient at the college I meet many student doctors. Vicki was one I will never forget. Peace and love to Vicki's family and friends.

Gregory Bosse

December 19, 2008

Dear Vicki,

I am saddened by your passing. I will remember you always.

Nancy Irvine

December 19, 2008

We all loved Vickie when she worked with us many years back at Irvine Coast Charters. She was a delight and I'm so sorry to hear she is gone. There are many of us in her circle of Newport Harbor friends who will miss her and keep her in our thoughts. She was a part of a very special family of friends.

Dustin Lorentz

December 19, 2008

Vicki was a beatiful soul with a smile to match. She had always provided insight to help others, as she helped me numerous times and helped people to see that things were never as bad as they were made out to be. I am shocked and very broken up over this wonderful girl's passing. My condolences to the family. Vicki will be missed.

Meghan kelly-sickner

December 19, 2008

I remember the 1st x I saw Vicki. She was so stunningly beautiful..Tall elegant,blue soft eyes... Grateful she is at peace...

SueAnn Higgins

December 19, 2008

Vicki was a true gift to so many...I will miss her

Erica Linden

December 19, 2008

I miss you every day & always will.

Joan Zemke (Frasier)

December 17, 2008

I really wish I had stayed in touch with Vicki. We had so much fun together when we were young. She was a wonderful person.

Tamera Salladay

December 17, 2008

I will greatly miss my dear beautiful sister. Tamera Salladay (Tami Burnham)

arne larsen

December 15, 2008

Vicki was the most beautiful/sweet person.Her wonderful smile and sense of humor well be in my memories forever.

Tami Eiford

December 14, 2008

My condolences. I lost track of Vicki but what a beautiful accomplished women. I remember her voice and laugh especialy when we were up to no good on Orcas Island.
Sincerely, Tami Hawley Eiford

Kathy Jones

December 14, 2008

Vicki was smart, creative and beautiful inside and out. I fondly remember the good times we had growing up in Bellingham. Vicki was also one of the best roommates a girl could have. I'll always miss her smile and great laugh.

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