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Beth Farokhi Obituary
The family plans a private graveside service in Augusta. A public memorial service has been scheduled for July 7 at 2 p.m. at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta.
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Memories and Condolences
for Beth Farokhi
52 Entries
Debra Redwine- Field
July 8, 2018
My mentor, most of all, my friend...
I will miss everything your soul exudes.
I vow to help carry on your exemplary work in womens rights and their deserved accolades.
You leave behind an army who are forever inspired by your efforts, achievements and essence.
Hosein and Parvin Shahidis
July 7, 2018
Hello Nasrollah ,Amir & Arman
Our sincere condolences to you and the entire family for the loss of a great mom! In our thoughts and hearts and prayers. Remembering her wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May she rest in peace!
Parvin, Hosein, Leyla, Mohamad, Amir & all the family in Iran.
Becky Arrington
July 6, 2018
Beth was a light and inspiration to the younger women who are following in her political footsteps. The Cobb County Democratic Party owes so much to Beth and her tireless support. Blessings to her family.
Betty Hollan
July 6, 2018
Beth served as a Trustee for Georgia Women of Achievement during a time that I served as Executive Director. Although new to the Board, she jumped at the chance to serve as Education Chair and tackled the assignment in a way that only Beth could - full force and with great enthusiasm! Beth was diagnosed during the time I was departing from GWA but I know that all those who served alongside Beth must feel a great void. She will be missed.
Kathy Miller
July 5, 2018
What a rare gift she was that doesn't come along so often and a loss but only for her family but for the whole community.
Kathy Miller
July 5, 2018
What a light & inspiration she was in her community!
Christine Nwakamma
July 3, 2018
My condolences to the entire family of Dr. Beth Farokhi. May her memories live on!
Winnie Kosma
July 3, 2018
I had the privilege of working with Dr. Farokhi as a colleague and as a mentee and participant of the 2005 inaugural class of the Leadership Academy for Women at GSU. She was kind and generous. She embodied the meaning of service to her community and made a difference. She will be missed. My deep condolences to the Farokhi family.
Nan Orrock
June 28, 2018
Beth was a loving, caring person who worked tirelessly for a better world. She embraced and lived her values and brightened every room she entered with her calm, gracious presence and her keen intelligence. She served in the trenches as a State Committee member of our state Democratic party. She fought for public education, for a bright future for our children, and for opening the doors for women and people of color to achieve full equality. She will be greatly missed, gone too soon, and i hope her family takes comfort in condolences from near and far, as she touched so many lives in her time here on earth. Rest in peace, dear Beth.
Tish Naghise
June 28, 2018
I am sorry to hear of this great woman's passing. She was so dynamic and she will be missed. May your family have peace.
Janisse Ray
June 28, 2018
Nasrolah and family: The news of Beth's death has hit me hard. I had no idea she was ill. I can not even imagine her ill, because she was such a force of nature. She had immense power and could do anything she set her mind to do. She always had a project she was working on and her projects were always intended to make this a better world. She was 100% interested in a more peaceful, green, and just world. I worked with Beth on her film project about Georgia women and also on a number of other projects she dreamed up out of her brilliant mind. I am very sorry to hear this news. Her loss is huge for our state and country. Peace and condolences go out to you all.
Bette
June 28, 2018
I had the opportunity to work with Beth on several occasions as we fought for public education in Georgia. She will be sorely missed. My sympathy and warm wishes to her family.
June 28, 2018
To the Family of Dr. Beth Farokhi,
My heart was heavy when I found out the news. I have always admired her and I was a member of the Leadership Academy, Class of 2006. I was a student worker at College of Education back in the late 80's when I first met her. She was outstanding in character and so gifted. She was beautiful inside and out. She was active in her community and encouraged so many people to vote. Her legacy will last a lifetime. Rest in peace, Dr. Beth Farokhi.
Tonya Cook
Multicultural Center
Georgia State University
[email protected]
Sander Bellman
June 28, 2018
A good friend and adviser. I will miss her deeply. My condolences to her family.
June 28, 2018
I had the pleasure of meeting Beth in a Zumba Class at LA Fitness a few years ago. She was such a sweet and kind spirit and it was always a joy to see her. I know she will be missed by all of those she shared her life with. My prayers are with her family and friends, as she was a blessing to so many.
Robin A. Smith
Kennesaw, GA
Roberta Crane
June 27, 2018
As a middle learning teacher for many years I had the pleasure of knowing the boys. (Simonelli) my heart goes out to the whole family.
Maria A. Gonzalez
June 27, 2018
I have fond memories of Dr. Farokhi. Her smile, positive attitude, and support she gave all of us at The Galloway School will be always in my heart.
J C
June 27, 2018
Please know that many others share your grief and are praying for the God of all comfort support the family at this grievous time.
Linda Porter
June 26, 2018
Beth was a wonderful person with a marvelous spirit. She will live on in our hearts as we prepare for the final push to turn this state blue. She will be there with us as well pushing us towards that goal!!!!!! Gone but never forgotten!!!!!!!
Tahira Nagda '94
June 26, 2018
Mrs. Farokhi will be missed by the Galloway community. Very sad to hear of her passing. Our deepest sympathies and condolonces to the Farokhi family.
Faye Dykstra
June 26, 2018
Beth was a fabulous AAUW member. She will be missed. May she rest in peace. Deep sympathy to the family. May you have peace and comfort in your life as you honor the memory of this wonderful woman.
Kathy Blankinship
June 26, 2018
Galloway, Georgia and the Atlanta community have lost a great champion. My condolences to the family at this sad time.
Kathy Blankinship, parent of
Jon Blankinship
Galloway class of 1998
K Clark
June 26, 2018
You will be missed. As most people have commented, you were always kind, smiling and didn't discriminate based on gender, political affiliation or color. I appreciate all you have given to this world and better times are ahead in the next. God Bless you and may your family find comfort knowing how much you were loved.
In God's Service
Evangelist Clark
Brian Westlake
June 26, 2018
Beth set such a wonderful example of service to her community, and she will be missed by many. I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to the Farokhi family.
Lani White
June 26, 2018
I only had the privilege of meeting Beth once in person. In 2017, I attended the Federation of Democratic Women's National summit. I was twenty-eight at the time and intimidated to be there. There was an empty seat next to Beth and I asked if anyone was sitting there. She kindly said, "Why, you are". We were both a little early and talked for about twenty or so minutes about our lives and Georgia. She could tell I didn't know anyone and continually introduced me to speakers and others sitting near us. She went out of her way after the conference to befriend me on Facebook and would occasionally encourage me with her comments there. She impacted my life after such a small interaction. I can only imagine your loss and wish your family well.
Arden Stone
June 26, 2018
Beth was beautiful inside and out, always the calm voice in the eye of the storm, giving good advice and being the proactive example that makes positive change. Everyone who knew her will continue to be inspired by her integrity, character, determination, and unmatched kindness and dignity.
June 26, 2018
I cherished Beth as a parent at Galloway and as a friend. She was always so centered, intelligent, capable, encouraging, and generous with her time and energy. Her passing is such a loss to her family, friends and community. My love and condolences to her family, Linda Martinson
June 26, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief and may Almighty God and his son Jesus Christ bless and comfort the Farokhi family. John 17:3
T T
June 26, 2018
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. I can tell that Ms.Farokhi really valued her family,her friends,women,and the community. My prayers are with the family both now,and forever.
June 26, 2018
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort, comfort you in your hour of loss. 2Corin1:3,4
KP and MJ
June 25, 2018
Dear Farokhi Family, our sincere condolences. Her impact and legacy shine on through the lives of the many she touched.
Sharon Cameron
June 25, 2018
I'm so very sorry to hear of her passing. I knew Beth and worked with her in her run for the School Board. She was kind, had a fine mind, fun, and always looked to make the world better. Simply a wonderful person. I had been thinking in the last couple of months that I would call her and catch up. This world is less without her in it. My deep condolences to Nasrolah and the family.
Rhonda Kimbrell RN
June 25, 2018
My thoughts and prayers for comfort are with the family. Beth as Head of School at Galloway,while I served as the school nurse, showed me what true compassion and kindness is. She lead well in all she did in life and she made a difference in my life.
She will be missed!
June 25, 2018
My prayers are with the Farokhi family. Her obituary was a testament to a life well "served". May you find peace in knowing she is at peace.
Stacey Sapp
June 25, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this sad time. Beth was a strong and caring woman. I am fortunate to have worked with and stayed connected to Beth. My deepest sympathy to the family. May God bless you all and give courage to move forward during this difficult period.
Ann Patterson
June 25, 2018
I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful lady. She will be missed by many.
June 25, 2018
My sympathy to all the Farokhi family. I have many memories of Beth and her boys(that includes her husband), being such active participants in all phases of The Galloway School. Beth was always an advocate for the students and the educational mission of Galloway and anyone committed to encouraging young people on their journey of realizing the
ir potential.
She has left a wonderful legacy for her family.
Sincerely,
Teed M. Poe
Patti Owen-Smith
June 25, 2018
Beth and I shared many conversations mostly about women, education, and politics. We were Galloway Moms together. I will remember her kindness and gentle spirit in all of these contexts. My sympathy to the family.
June 25, 2018
Our hearts and prayers are with you as you move through this hard time. Please know that she was loved and admired by so many and was such a positive influence throughout her journey in education.
Carolyn and Stan Barnwell
Patricia Ross
June 25, 2018
I was just thinking of Beth's quiet strength this morning as I was reading Amir's newsletter. My heart goes out to the entire Farokhi family. With deepest condolences. Patti (Cohen) Ross
June 25, 2018
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Amy Zupancic
June 25, 2018
Oh, Dr. Farokhi was such a joy and the loss of her presence here is such a tragic blow. She was my Head of School when I worked at Galloway, but I came to enjoy her friendship outside of that role. I appreciated her sense of humor, her kindness, her hardworking nature, and her bright mind. For the Farokhi family, I am so sorry for your loss. May her memory be a blessing.
June 25, 2018
Beth was a force of nature--always moving and never at rest. We will all miss her.
Roy and Marie Barnes
June 25, 2018
To the Farokhi Family, may God, thru Jesus Christ be with the family during this grieving period as he brings you a measure of comfort. Sorry to hear of your lost.
Davan Mani
June 25, 2018
Really respected your work during your time at Galloway as teacher and administrator as well as your work in politics.
VJ
June 25, 2018
Sorry to read about your loss, The bible gives us hope for the people we've lost . In Hosea 13: 14 It talks about a time when death will not have dominion over us.
JAMES PEEPLES
June 25, 2018
SORRY FOR THE PASSING OF YOUR LOVE ONE.MAY GOD COMFORT EACH ONE IN HIS LOVING ARMS.FRIEND
(Psalm 46:1)
June 24, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kaye and Nick Shipley
June 24, 2018
Please accept our deepest condolences. Nick and I are sorry to learn of Beth's passing. Our hearts are wishing you peace and healing.
Much love to all of you.
Kaye and Nick
Hengameh and Maurice Zadeh
June 24, 2018
Dear Farokhi Family, please accept our condolences. May she rest in peace and may her memory be always with you.
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