Beverly “Bev” Ann Highsmith

Beverly ‘Bev' Ann Highsmith, 66, of Findlay, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 2, 2016 at Bridge Hospice surrounded by her family. Bev was born on January 16, 1950 in Gary, Indiana, to the late Raymond E. and Doris M. (King) Highsmith. Bev is survived by a sister, Janice Parkes (Highsmith) of Dexter, Michigan, a sister-in-law, Elaine Highsmith (Steinicke) of Sneedville, Tennessee, a nephew, Akiah Highsmith of Rogersville, Tennessee, and two nieces, Hayley Parkes of Perth, Australia and Emily Parkes of Dexter, Michigan and her beloved golden retriever, Gracie. Her brother Ronald R. Highsmith proceeded her in death. She graduated from Bowling Green State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business. Bev was a substitute elementary teacher, worked at Marathon Oil Company, manager at Pinochio's, and various restaurants. She sat on the Board of Trustees for Marion Township for years. Bev retired from the Board of Elections in 2012. Bev dedicated her life to caring for others. Her kindness and caring shining through everything she did. Always helping others, especially children and the elderly. She relished the time she got to spend with her nephew and nieces. Bev was an excellent cook and we all enjoyed trying out her new recipes. Her love of gardening was evident in the beautiful flowers she grew and shared with others. Bev liked to travel, visiting new places and meeting new people. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. There will be a private celebration of Bev's life at a later date.