Georgia Ann (Bess) Borcher, age 86, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. Georgia was born in Nebraska City, Nebraska on May 11, 1935, to Mary Wiegand (Morris) and George Bess. She graduated from Sidney High School in Sidney, Nebraska in 1953.

Georgia adored children and spent many years sharing her love of learning as a para-educator in Lincoln Public Schools. She was also passionate about painting and created beautiful artwork for family and friends. An avid traveler her entire life, Georgia adventured near and far, creating wonderful memories with those who loved her. She also was a loyal Nebraska volleyball fan.

A sweet and lovely lady, Georgia was affectionally called “Grandma Butterfly” by her grandchildren. She will be fondly remembered for her love of nature and animals.

Georgia is survived by her children, Kathy Ayars and Mike (Treva) Borcher; her sister, Nancy (Jim) Snowden; her brother Andy (Nancy) Bess; her grandchildren, Andrew Longoria, Matt Borcher, Stephanie Ayars, Megan Borcher, Gregory Ayars, and Samuel Ayars; and her great-grandchildren, James and Caroline Longoria.

Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made on Georgia’s behalf to the Capital Humane Society.

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