Holly Christine (Bycroft) Rimathe, 60, of Polk City, Iowa, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was cared for by Mercy Hospice, her family, and many dear friends during her final days. Holly's life was a beautiful testament to faith, family, love, laughter, friendship, and service to others.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Keystone Church of Ankeny, 5525 NE Delaware Avenue, Ankeny, Iowa. Funeral services will begin at 12:00 p.m., followed by a luncheon at the church from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. for family and friends who wish to stay and celebrate Holly's life. A private family burial will follow. The service will be livestreamed at https://control.resi.io/webplayer/video.html?id=85069fea-741a-48e5-a57a-967bf5cb08ca

Holly was born on December 14, 1965, in Monmouth, Illinois, to Harry and Konnie Bycroft of Roseville, Illinois. She grew up in Roseville and was a proud graduate of Roseville High School. A talented musician, Holly earned a music scholarship to Monmouth College, where she pursued her passion for music while beginning her higher education. She later completed her studies at Drake University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree.

Holly built a successful career in banking that spanned many years, concluding with her work in the Technology Department at Wells Fargo. While she was dedicated to her professional career, her greatest joy was always found in her family, faith, friendships, and serving others.

Holly was known for her infectious laughter, warm smile, generous heart, and unwavering faith. She loved live music, playing the piano, singing, and anything related to the music of the 1980s. She rarely passed up the chance to attend a concert and create memories with those she loved. A devoted animal lover, Holly had a special place in her heart for cats and treasured the companionship of her beloved Labrador Retriever, Cali. Her adoring cat, Raymond, was never far from her side and held a special place in her heart. Whether spending time with Cali, cuddling with Raymond, or caring for the many animals she loved throughout her life, they brought her immense joy and comfort.

Music was one of Holly's many gifts. She shared her talent with many piano students over the years and was deeply loved by those she taught. She also dedicated much of her life to volunteering and serving her community. Her volunteer work included the Boy Scouts, Hope Ministries, Freedom for Youth, The Salvation Army, and numerous local community events.

Most importantly, Holly loved Jesus and was passionate about sharing His love with others. She taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School, sang in church choirs and praise teams, and played both piano and keyboard in worship. Her faith was reflected not only in her words but in the way she cared for and encouraged everyone around her.

Holly will be remembered for her kindness, her servant's heart, her joyful spirit, and the love she poured into her family, friends, students, and community. Her legacy lives on in the many lives she touched and the faith she shared so freely.

She is survived by her devoted husband, David Vaughn Rimathe; her cherished sons, Hunter and Colton Rimathe; her parents, Harry and Konnie Bycroft; her sister, Michelle Bycroft Collins of Evansville, Indiana; her brother, Timothy (Mindy) Bycroft of Kenosha, Wisconsin; her father-in-law, Wayne Rimathe of Slater, Iowa; and her sisters- and brothers-in-laws, Dianne (Sharm) Wenndt of Davenport, Iowa, Lisa Rimathe of Grimes, Iowa, Steven (Doris) Rimathe of Madrid, Iowa, and Kristin (Doug) Newstrom of Omaha, Nebraska. She is also lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews and aunts and uncles who held a special place in her heart. She was preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Lynne Rimathe Robus.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope Ministries in honor of Holly's life and her passion for serving others.