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1937
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Dyllis Slepicka Obituary
October 9, 1937 - July 24, 2025
Dyllis "Dee" Fisher Slepicka, 87, of Lincoln, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025.
Born on the family farm in Tobias, Neb., she was the middle child of Leon and Nina Fisher. In 1956 at age 19, Dee married her high school sweetheart, Jim Slepicka, whom she had three children with. Dee discovered her love for education while teaching in a one-room schoolhouse. It was a passion that she dedicated her life to, ultimately retiring at the age of 76 from the Media Center at Lefler Middle School. By then, she had traveled the world and was the proud "Ama" of seven grandchildren, never missing a sporting or music event. Following her retirement, Dee dedicated her time to volunteering at several organizations in Lincoln, including CHI Health and the Community Playhouse.
She is proceeded in death by her beloved husband; her parents; and brother, Senator Dan Fisher.
Survived by her children, Pam Slepicka Sullivan (Pat), Jamie Slepicka Johnson (Shannon), Doug Slepicka (Monica); and sister, Darcy Fisher Davis (Mike); seven grandchildren, Jake Sullivan, Maggie Sullivan Miller (Matt), Kaitlyn Sullivan, Alex and Jordan Slepicka, Garrett Johnson (Lexie), and Dalton Johnson; five great-grandchildren, Tabi and Leo Miller, Grace Sullivan, Ellis Sullivan Derr, and Georgia Johnson.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Lincoln Education Association's Harvest of Books program.
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Shirley Timmons
August 4, 2025
I was a high school friend of Dee,s. We shared many happy times together. Over the years we would see each other and catch up at the alumni banquet in Western. I will pray for God,s blessing on the family as you share fond memories together.
Jim Bourne
August 4, 2025
Jamie, so sorry to hear about your mom. She was so fun at East and every time I would look in that "See Dee in 3-D" circle on the office window, she'd smile and wave. Even if I did it 10 times a day.
Thinking of you and the fun we had in our Osco Drug days.
Lorraine Curtright
August 3, 2025
Dee was a joy at Leffler Middle School! My condolences to her family!
Steve and Jackie Joe
August 3, 2025
We were fortunate enough to live near Dee these past few years. She took so much pride in her yard. We got used to seeing her outdoors regardless of the weather. She was always smiling and had a kind word for everyone who knew her. We miss seeing her take her daily walks around the circle and stop and comment on all the beautiful flowers. She was a very sweet lady and will be missed in our neighborhood.
Marcia Benner
August 3, 2025
I worked with Dee at Lefler. I appreciated her positive outlook on life.
She enjoyed working with students and staff and it showed.
Mark Meyerson
August 3, 2025
Dee was such a fun and neat lady. From the first time I met her in junior high when I went with Doug to their Wedgewood house, to our many more recent conversations during work-out breaks at Prairie Life, Dee was always so friendly and so much fun to talk too. Condolences to the family.
Shelly and Bill Gauthier
July 31, 2025
Jamie, Pam, Doug and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mom. She was truly one of a kind! Sooo many fond memories at the house on the lake. Also the house by East High! We go way back Jaime, you and your family were so kind to me and my family! Hang on to all those wonderful memories of her it will help you all through this difficult time!! Thinking of you all, Rest in Peace Dee, your journey on earth is over, job well done!!
Shelly(Mumford) & Bill Gauthier
Gretchen Strombeck
July 31, 2025
To the Slepicka Family, Sincere condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. Dee was such a fun lady and her family was very important to her. I hope in the days to come you will find peace and remember all of the delightful times you had with her. Valerie and I especially remember when she and Jim hosted us when they lived on that lake in Michigan.....many years ago. It was delightful! Love to all of you.
Gretchen Strombeck and Clay
Maggie Doyle
July 29, 2025
Pam my deepest sympathy is extended to you and your entire family. I know the difficulty of losing a mother. There is always one more thing you want to explain or one more question you want to ask. Those explanations and questions will partially be answered with your loving memories. May God and your faith help you through this difficult time.
Perry Strombeck
July 29, 2025
To Jamie, Pam, Doug and families. I was saddened to hear of Dee´s passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. I suspect that you will find comfort in each other and knowing of the love she has for you all.
Perry Strombeck
Alex Slepicka
July 29, 2025
Love you Grandma. Coming to Nebraska for holidays was a highlight of my life, only possible through how you and Grandpa composed yourselves. Snow was a luxury.
Karen Tejcka
July 27, 2025
To the Slepicka family -
May the light and love of Dee Slepicka be forever a beacon of hope. She was a wonderful person and raised a beautiful family.
Love to all - Karen and Kathy Tejcka and George Caracciolo
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