Beth Paula Farishon passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021 in Edmond, Oklahoma at the age of 68. Beth was born on July 25, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Irving and Helen Hicks. She was the beloved wife of Charles Farishon, who preceded her in death; cherished mother of Nicole (Jason) Berkel and Natalie (Brian) Kippenberger; loving grandmother of Aiden Berkel, Dylan Berkel and Charlotte Berkel; dearest sister of Nancy Miho, and the late Alan Greenway, Dennis Greenway and Kay Greenway; a dear sister-in-law, aunt, and friend that will be greatly missed.
Beth dedicated 42 years of her life working for Forest Pharmaceuticals. As she worked her way up to Executive Director of Meeting Planning, she influenced and impacted both the company as a whole and all of the employees coordinating sales meetings and product launches. She was highly praised for her ability to make things come together and to make it look easy while doing it. As a Robert P. Jones Award recipient, her integrity, character, dedication, and loyalty exemplified her lifetime achievement. She was a rock of stability, fun-loving, good-humored, and always showed her kindness and generosity.
In 2016, after retirement, Beth moved to Edmond, Oklahoma to be closer to her grandchildren. She immersed herself in their lives once again, never missing a single school event or dance recital. She became involved with her community through book clubs, bunco, and other ladies clubs and quickly assumed a matriarchal role, forming relationships wherever she went. She loved to talk to and take care of people, once again positively influencing and impacting those around her.
Beth loved to travel. Her favorite places were Hawaii, Lake of the Ozarks, and wherever a cruise ship would take her, but really, she was happiest just being anywhere with her family. She adored her English bulldog, Churchill, and they were rarely apart. She could often be found doing puzzles on her iPad, shopping, or helping someone in need. Beth lived for, loved, and shaped so many people throughout her life. She was an amazingly special woman. It is impossible to describe how much her bright light and sweet spirit will be missed.
A private Mass will be held for the family, and she will be laid to rest beside her husband at Sacred Heart Cemetery. Fond memoires and stories are encouraged in her guestbook below.
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