09/01/2026
The Salem Film Fest community is heartbroken by the loss of our beloved friend, collaborator, and organizer, Beki Ferrari.
Beki was part of the Fest for many years, helping bring our events to life and welcoming filmmakers, audiences, volunteers, and friends at screenings, gatherings, and so much more. More than anything, she was a joyful, warm presence in our community. We’ll remember singing karaoke with her at the unofficial Fest after-party, engaging in lively conversations after the screenings, and sharing a glass of w**e at Salem W**e Imports. These are some of the moments that made Beki such a special part of not only the Fest, but our Salem community.
Beki brought vibrant energy to everything she was a part of, and SFF simply won’t feel the same without her. We will miss her deeply. Her friendship, creativity, humor, and enormous heart will always live on in our community. Our thoughts are with her husband Joe Ferrari, her family, and everyone who loved her. ❤️
In Beki’s memory, donations may be made to Salem Arts Association, a vibrant local artist community dedicated to supporting, celebrating, and fostering the work of artists in Salem and the North Shore community, and Salem Film Fest, our annual documentary film festival that Beki has helped organized for years and cared about deeply.
