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Rebecca (Garcia) Bolli

August 29, 1975 - October 10, 2025

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Rebecca (Garcia) Bolli, age 50, born August 29, 1975, in Omaha, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on October 10, 2025, at her home in Lincoln, Nebraska.

She graduated in 1993 from Central High School in Omaha, Nebraska. She then attended University of Nebraska in Lincoln and Bellevue University, earning multiple degrees in Human Development and Criminal Justice. She has worked in several capacities for Lancaster County Department of Corrections in Lincoln Nebraska where she was most recently employed as a Correctional Specialist I.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David S. Bolli, her mother, Mary Ellen McCoy, and her grandparents.She is survived by her father, Alvin P. Garcia and wife Deanne, brother David M. Garcia and his children Olivia Garcia and Benjamin Garcia, stepsister Carla Jackson and her children Caden Zoucha, Chloe Jackson, and Charlee Jackson, Life Partner Dustin Witherspoon, dogs Xena and Loki, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and loved ones.

A Life Celebration Gathering with family greeting friends will be Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. -11:00 a.m. at Roper and Sons Waverly Chapel (10851 N 148th St, Waverly, NE).

Memorial Service to follow at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Roper and Sons Waverly Chapel.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the family for future designation.

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Services

October18

Life Celebration Gathering

9:30 am-11:00 am

Roper & Sons Waverly Chapel

10851 N. 148th St.
Waverly, NE 68462

(402) 786-3800
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October18

Memorial Service

11:00 am

Roper & Sons Waverly Chapel

10851 N. 148th St.
Waverly, NE 68462

(402) 786-3800
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November 14, 2025

Our deepest condolences Alvin and family. I just was told about her passing the other day. You all will be in my prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss. May God be at your side during this hard time. Love, Trudy Arenas Lane

– Trudy Arenas Lane
October 21, 2025

You made a difference in my life . You always understood me and put In your time and energy into helping me and other people . I’ll never forget calling the jail to talk to you about my girlfriend 🫶 I know youre watching down on everyone from heaven ❤️ I’m so grateful to have known you

– Breanna Johnson
October 18, 2025

Rebecca, I will always remember your bright smile and positive attitude. You were an inspiration to anyone who met you. You had a positive influence on the inmates and everyone who knew you. I was honored to call you my friend and I will miss you.

– Diane Miller
October 16, 2025

My boyfriend and I met Rebecca and Dustin in Cancun Mexico. We became fast friends during that trip. They even came down to Kansas City for a visit. Rebecca was funny, kind, and an all around amazing human. She touched many through her work and personal life. Rebecca will be missed dearly. Until we meet again…..

– Leslie Neill
October 16, 2025

I was honestly blown away when a close friend sent me the link . I really cant believe that your no longer here with us . Its truly heart breaking . You did a lot for me and I dont think people understand the bond we had and the fact that I got out of Lancaster and couldn’t get myself right is the reason we no longer had contact really messes with my head. You believed in me and I know you cared for me I should’ve done better by you 💔 . I will I promise to God Mrs.Bolli ! Ill make you proud im sorry I didnt when you were here . You helped me at my worst im in so much of a shock . I will definitely see you again thank you so much for always being a ear a shoulder a friend and a supporter you made me wanna better my life and you pushed me with everything in wisr in exercise class lol because you knew I would be tired or just plain Ole lazy I loved hearing about your furbabies and your trips! I remember when you came back from Mexico all sun burned lol you had a good time though ! You loved your job and what you did for people you will definitely be missed and cherished in memorie I love you so much and im so so heartbroken but I know your in good hands beautiful! Rest peacefully i will see you again on way better terms and you’ll see how I push through life. Im going to do this for me but for you my dad my brother’s and step mom ! Tell them hi for me please . Fly high gorgeous your name will definitely live on thank you for speaking life into me and pushing me to write again find my voice and believe in me again and a ultimate thank you for the time you shared with me you left a very big impact on me . Its not goodbye its see you later! I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU .

– Alleniqua Wilson #1099670
October 15, 2025

My friend, I will miss you. You were one of my favorite human beings I have ever met in my life. The world was better with you in it. I was blessed to call you my friend and for all the kindness I watched you share in this world. I pray for peace and healing for your family and those who loved you. I know David was waiting with a hug and a kiss in heaven. Please watch over us. I will never forget the amazing person you were or what your friendship meant to me.

– Bryce Whitehead
October 15, 2025

Sweet Rebecca, Friends always as we met years ago, you could count on me to bring you music to listen to while working. You are special and graced my life. The world was better because of you!

– Dawn
October 15, 2025

Rebecca was assigned to work in a setting where many people see only walls and confinement. The WISR and MISTR participants that she taught, however, saw a classroom. Rebecca was innovative and came up with ideas outside of the curriculum she was assigned to teach. Rebecca understood that a person’s life is not defined by their mistakes, but by their capacity to learn and grow. Inside the jail, Rebecca created a space of hope. Many WISR & MISTR participants will remember her patience, her unwavering support, and the genuine care Rebecca showed to them. Rebecca took the time to listen, to encourage, and make a difference in their lives. Rebecca’s legacy is not measured in test scores, but in the lives she helped redirect—in the participants who found confidence in a new skill, a love for reading, or the hope of a brighter future. Rebecca’s dedication was a light in a place of darkness, and her lessons extended far beyond the subject matter. Rebecca taught resilience, dignity, and the profound power of believing in oneself, even when no one else would. I am saddened by her loss, but so deeply grateful for her extraordinary contribution. To the world, Rebecca may have been a jail teacher, librarian, correctional specialist but to her participants, Rebecca was a world-changer. May she rest in peace, and may her work continue to light the path for others.

– Jennifer Somers
October 14, 2025

Rebecca – always a smile, always a pleasant conversation, always positive attitude. Her brightness will be missed at work among co-workers and inmates as well. A passion of truly wanting to help people better themselves is sometimes hard to possess in a daily setting. Prayers to all her family & loved ones.

– Gina
October 14, 2025

Her smile was always the brightest every single day. She cared for everyone with no expectations of anything in return. She brought joy in countless ways, from her small jokes to listening to those who needed it most. I am blessed to have ever met her and worked with her. Bolli, will be missed.

– Weir
October 14, 2025

Rebecca, You will truly be missed by so many. Your heart for the people the Lord placed in your sphere of influence was immense. Whether it was working with me to get incarcerated men and women into programming to hopefully impact their lives for the better, teaching classes yourself to impart wisdom and hope into their lives, or just joking around with us in the office, you made a massive difference. The world is lesser now because you are no longer here. But take heart, you impacted more lives than you will ever truly fathom. May the Lord bless your family and bring them comfort and peace. May you forever rest in peace with your beloved husband. We’ll see you soon, my friend.

– Ofc. Jake Hawney #942
October 14, 2025

The Light You Brought You worked where hope can feel so small, Yet you helped it find its way— Through programs built with heart and care, You changed lives every day. You listened when few others would, With patience, grace, and calm, You offered empathy and truth, A healing kind of balm. Your kindness wasn’t just your gift, It was your quiet power— To lift a soul, to guide a path, To bring light to the darkest hour. The walls could never dim your heart, Or dull the good you gave, You showed what true compassion means— How love and strength behave. Now every step within these halls Still echoes what you did, A legacy of gentle care, And lives forever mended. Though we must say goodbye for now, Your spirit lingers near— In every act of kindness still, We’ll feel that you are here.

– Adcock

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