PRICE, UTAH- Vickie Marie Ghirardelli shared her charismatic personality with the world. She exuded compassion and love to everyone she met, she wore a smile that could light up a room, and spread joy with her playful laughter. She was a mother, grandmother, nurse, and so much more. On May 11, 2016 she joined her Papa in heaven to watch and protect over her family and friends.
Born to Richard and Marlene Ghirardelli on February 12, 1965 in Price, Utah. Vickie was born ready to take on the world. She was forever playful and was always looking for the next exciting challenge. She set out to change the world with her sister, Debbie and brother, Greg at her side.
Vickie graduated as a Registered Nurse (RN) from the College of Eastern Utah and continued on to earn her Bachelor in Science of Nursing (BSN) from Weber State University. As a nurse there was no limit to what she could do or to those she was willing to help. Her enduring empathy and concern for others lead her into the realm of hospice nursing where she was able to touch the hearts and lives of many. She became a patient advocate for compassion, dignity, and hope. She was a healer of bodies and minds.
Vickie was a mother and a grandmother first and foremost. She considered this her greatest accomplishment. She raised her children in an environment of unpredictable quirky silliness that mirrored the unique and endless nature of her free and joyful spirit. Embracing her inner child she showered her grandchildren with love passing along the same sense of unyielding faith to those she loved.
Vickie was a fun loving, tender hearted, friend to everyone. She was open minded and full of passion and love. She will continue to watch over all her loved ones from heaven.
Survived by her mother, Marlene Ghirardelli; daughter, Brook (Allen) Johanson; grandchildren, Brock and Jaylynn Johanson; son, Antonio (Stephanie) Ghirardelli; grandchildren, Julianna and Antonio, Jr. Ghirardelli; sister, Deborah (Neil) Ghirardelli Breinholt; niece and nephews, Christie and Justin Krompel, Aajah, Julia, and Andrea Breinholt; brother, Richard (Andrea) Ghirardelli; niece and nephews, Richard A. Ghirardelli and Ember (Westley) Ghirardelli-Hunsaker.
Preceded in death by her father and loving papa, Richard Ghirardelli; grandma, Clea and grandpa, Mike Harmon; grandma, Rose and grandpa Joseph Ghirardelli.
Memorial service, Monday, May 16, 2016, 2:00 p.m., Mitchell Funeral Home (233 East Main Street, Price). Family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Interment, Cliffview Cemetery, Price. Arrangements entrusted to Mitchell Funeral Home of Price where friends are always welcome daily and may share memories of Vickie online at www.mitchellfuneralhome.net.
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