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Fayanne Farabee, 68, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at her home in Tallahassee. She was born October 9, 1956 in St. Petersburg, Florida. As her father was a Methodist minister, the family moved to a new church every few years. She graduated from Riverview High School in Sarasota in 1974 and started at Florida State University, where she obtained her teaching degree in mathematics. She interned as a high school math teacher at Lincoln High School in Tallahassee, where she remained for the duration of her teaching career, retiring in 2015. Fayanne pursued many interests throughout her life, including tennis, yoga, massage therapy, zentangle, and camping. She was a steadfast member of her Women’s Spirit group for more than 32 years, and counted the members of that group among her closest friends. Marrying later in life, she shared over four years with her spouse, Page Lewis, before passing away. She remarked many times that their relationship took years of manifesting to make a reality, and they were both keenly aware of the gift they had in each other. Their home, surrounded by beautiful gardens and wildlife, was Fayanne’s happy place, and she often stated she didn’t need travel, she felt like she was on vacation right at home. She settled into her spouse’s family with ease, revelling in their large family lifestyle and developing close bonds with each member. Among Fayanne’s greatest characteristics was her ability to make friends and maintain long term friendships. She delighted in introducing her friends to each other, resulting in a huge network of people who shared Fayanne as their common denominator. Fayanne will be remembered by all who knew and loved her as the most joyful, loyal, dependable and genuine person. It was impossible not to feel her joy and enthusiasm for life while in her presence. She was unique and made everyone she met feel special and important. She loved a good party and delighted in hosting friends for annual celebrations. She loved to cook and was always on the hunt for new and exciting recipes. She loved to see others succeed, and encouraged friends and family to pursue their dreams with a passion. She loved jewelry and had earrings for every outfit! She is survived by her spouse, Page Lewis, and Page’s children Lindsey, Emily, Alyssa, Joe, Abbie and Quincie, who considered Fayanne a part of their family. She is survived also by her mother, Ann Pinchbeck Farabee and siblings Joyce (Bill) Killinger of Houston, TX and brother Paul Farabee of Deland, Fl., nieces and nephews Elizabeth and Tripp Killinger and Anna Farabee. Her in-laws Betty and James Lewis will miss her daily presence in their lives greatly. Her napping friends Beau, Polo, Ginger and Trixie and her cat Mysty will miss her calming presence and her warm lap. Preceeding her in death were her father Dewitt T. Farabee and sister Martha. Fayanne, there will never be another you, and I will cherish the time we had until the end of my days. Remember who loves you honey, and join me now and again on our golf cart garden tours and our Lake Douthat bench. Wait for me with a few cookies in your hand, and that infectious smile and twinkle in your eyes - I’ll be there when I can. Page Breanna Green of Bevis Funeral Home (850-385-2193 or www.bevisfh.com) is assisting the family with their arrangements.

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Fayanne Farabee

October 9, 1956 - January 29, 2025