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Elizabeth Frykberg Obituary
04/27/1949 - 08/10/2025
Elizabeth Anne Frykberg, 76 of Hillsborough, California, passed away peacefully in her home on August 10, 2025, surrounded by her son and her sister. Elizabeth was born April 27, 1949, in San Mateo, California, to George and Elizabeth Frykberg.
Elizabeth earned her B.A. in Physics from the University of California, Davis. She later pursued her calling to the ministry, earning a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Ph.D. in Theology from Princeton Theological Seminary.
In 1977, Elizabeth was called to the ministry by the congregation of the First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame, and ordained there as a minister – a trailblazer at a time when few women served in the pulpit. Over the next five decades, she faithfully served the congregations of Westminister Presbyterian Church in Pasadena, California, and The First Presbyterian Church of Burlingame, California. She also shared her faith through her book, The Jesus Fractal, which explores God's nature and our relationship with Him. Elizabeth's faith was strong and steadfast and reached far beyond Sunday sermons. She ministered tirelessly, counseling and offering hope to those in need, and dedicating her life to helping others know God's love. Her love, wisdom, and example will continue to inspire all who knew her. Elizabeth's compassion was matched by her dedication. Alongside her ministry, she also worked for more than forty years with her two sisters as a partner in a local commercial real estate company.
Elizabeth is survived by her son, Franklin, and her sister, Marie. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Elizabeth Frykberg, and her sister, Georgia Gerritsen. She is lovingly remembered by five nieces and nephews, fourteen great-nieces and nephews, and six great-great-nieces and nephews, each of whom cherished her wisdom, warmth, and unwavering love. Elizabeth's greatest joy was her family, especially her beloved son, Franklin, whom she loved "to the moon and back."
A memorial service celebrating Elizabeth's life will be held on September 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at the Frist Presbyterian Church of Burlingame, 1500 Easton Dr., Burlingame.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rev Adrian McFarlane
September 7, 2025
I met Beth in Princeton while she was a doctoral student at the seminary. She was a very thoughtful and encouraging friend. She will be missed for a long time.
May her soul rest in peace
Ron Stan
September 5, 2025
Remembering your first steps of faith at the College group at Burlingame P.C., that led to such a powerful Christian journey. And the "faith torch" you grasped has led to so many blessings toward others.
Bob Blincoe
September 2, 2025
Grief. Love. Respect. All my thoughts and memories of Beth are kind and good.
CONSTANCE A TAMON
September 1, 2025
Rest on with your Creator God Almighty, and your Saviour Jesus Christ.
Steve Peterson
August 17, 2025
Sympathies to Beth's Family. Happy memory wishes to all.
Steve and Twinkle Peterson
Idgie Watkins
August 15, 2025
I was Beth's foster daughter. I spent many years with her as my guiding light in chaotic journey called "life". I will miss her forever. She died on my birthday, perhaps her way of letting me know she hadn't forgotten about me. I loved her so very much!
Jim Healey
August 15, 2025
Ms. Frykberg was and always will be a LEGEND. She was brilliant, thoughtful, and had a direct line to GOD. I´ll miss you, Beth, Always.
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