OMAHA, NEBRASKA — The memory of M. Steven “Steve” Farrington continues to live on among the family, friends and colleagues who knew him as a hardworking professional, devoted father and exceptionally positive person.

Farrington, who was part of the University of Nebraska Medical Center community, died in June 2013 at the age of 48 following a 16-month battle with cancer.

His passing was deeply felt at UNMC, where colleagues remembered not only his technical ability but also the warmth, humor and optimism he brought into the workplace.

A Life Remembered in Omaha

Steve Farrington’s professional life brought him to Omaha, where he became a valued member of the UNMC community.

He joined the medical center in 2008 and worked as a technician. Colleagues described him as someone they could depend on and praised his dedication even as he faced the serious illness that ultimately claimed his life.

His supervisor remembered Farrington as a talented technician and an important asset to the institution.

Colleagues Remember His Personality

Those who worked alongside Farrington remembered much more than his professional abilities.

Friends and colleagues described him as exceptionally positive about life. His personality and infectious smile made him someone people looked forward to seeing around campus.

Even while battling cancer, he continued to maintain his connection with work whenever he was able.

That determination left a lasting impression on the people around him.

A Passion for Photography and Creativity

Farrington was an Iowa native and served in the Iowa Air National Guard.

He later graduated from Hawkeye Institute of Technology, where he studied photography.

His creative interests were another part of the personality remembered by those who knew him, complementing the technical skills that became an important part of his professional career.

A Devoted Father

Away from his work, Farrington was also a father.

Colleagues remembered conversations about baking and the cookies he and his daughters made together. Those small personal memories offered a glimpse into the family life that was important to him.

For the people who worked with him, those stories became part of what made Steve more than simply a colleague.

He was someone with a family, interests and relationships that he carried with him into his professional life.

Remembered at UNMC

Farrington’s death left a noticeable absence at UNMC.

Colleagues spoke about how much they would miss his presence, his personality and the everyday interactions they had shared with him.

His willingness to remain engaged with his work during his illness was particularly meaningful to those who knew him.

One colleague described him as a “super guy,” while others highlighted his positivity and infectious personality.

A Legacy of Friendship and Positivity

Steve Farrington’s story is a reminder that a person’s legacy is not always measured by titles or major public achievements.

Sometimes it is found in the people who remember being greeted with a smile, the coworkers who knew they could depend on someone, and the family members who carry memories of ordinary moments that later become especially precious.

For Farrington’s friends and colleagues, his positive outlook remained one of the qualities that stood out most strongly.

His memory continues through the people who knew him and the stories they continue to share.

Remembering Steve Farrington

Farrington’s death brought sadness to his family, friends and the UNMC community that had known him during the final years of his professional life.

Although more than a decade has passed since his death, the recollections shared by those who worked with him reflect the lasting impression he made.

He is remembered as a dedicated technician, a friend, a father and a person who continued to approach life with remarkable positivity despite the challenges he faced.

Disclaimer

This obituary is based on publicly available historical information concerning M. Steven “Steve” Farrington of the Omaha, Nebraska area. The verified UNMC remembrance states that he died in June 2013 at age 48 following a battle with cancer. If the Steve Farrington in your original report is a different person, additional identifying information should be confirmed before publication. Funeral and family details should be confirmed through the appropriate family or memorial source.