Caleb Bollinger

Shared by Bella
BESTfriend && Momma to his Babyboy pup, Chewie

Chewie misses his daddy, Chhhallebbb! He will definitelyyyyy never, ever, EVER forget his daddy, his bestfriend, his playmate, his happiness, his riding buddy && partner in crime, his human, his family, his favorite part of everyday and his absolute everything! Just as I will also, never, ever forget my BESTfriend of nearly 18 years, my other half, my sidekick and my support system.. My strength when I felt truly weak, My voice when I could barely speak, My breath when I couldn't breathe, And my reason to stay when I just wanted to LEAVE. I pinky promise you that I will forever keep our Chewbieee-doobieee-doo safe, protected, loved && happy in this life with at least knowing he had a Daddy who TRULY && GENUINELY LOVED HIM && always will, I know it! Until the 3 of us meet again in another lifetime, another galaxy, another simulation, another world, another planet, another dimension, CHEWIE && BELLA LOVE YOU FOREVER!!! 🐶🐾🥹🤟 --->>> 07.17.2026 <<<---

Shared July 2026

Shared by Bella
BESTfriend

Caleb — or, as I always called him, Chhhhaaalebb 🥰 — was one of the most beautiful souls I've ever been blessed to know. We met when I was only 16 years old when starting to work my very first job at Taco Bell, and what began as a friendship became nearly 18 years of unconditional love, loyalty, laughter, and memories I'll cherish forever and ever. If you knew Caleb, you knew his heart. He would have given you his last dollar, the shirt off his back, or anything he had if it meant helping someone else. Loving people came naturally to him, and he never expected anything in return. He adored his little dog, Chewie, who came from my mama dog, and we loved that little guy like he was our child. We always called him "our Babyboy", and just as much as I miss him, our Chewie misses him terribly as well! I can see it in his eyes and feel it weighing heavily on him.. He had the most contagious laugh, and somehow even the silliest things became unforgettable with him. "Boo boo baba" meant it was time to get some sleep, or when he'd say "time to rest your neck", and if you ever heard him and my daughter Stella Ann laughing while saying, "Be bi be bi bicky bi bo," then you know EXACTLY the kind of joy he brought into a room. Those little moments will stay with both me and my daughter Stella forever, as he was her "Uncle Chhhalebbbb", as she always called him. The truth is, Caleb quietly carried battles that most people never fully saw. Life weighed heavily on him, and he fought struggles that became much bigger than anything any of us could simply fix. But even on the days he was hurting the most, he still found a way to make someone else smile. That was Caleb. Even while fighting his own storms, he never stopped trying to bring sunshine to someone else's day. I'll always wish I had one more hug, one more laugh, one more chance to hear, "Boo boo baba", or to ever again be able to call out, "Chhhhaaalebb," and he answer, just ONE more time... More than anything, Caleb made me feel loved, wanted, appreciated, and accepted exactly as I was. His love never came with conditions. He never made me feel like I owed him for his kindness or his time. He gave so much of himself simply because that's who he was—not just to me, but to nearly everyone fortunate enough to know him. Even so, I know we shared something incredibly special. We each held a place in the other's heart that no one else could ever replace. That kind of friendship comes along once in a lifetime, if you're lucky! We almost never argued throughout all those years. Sadly, that changed during the last days of his life, and that's something I'll always struggle with. I carry so much regret for not being there the way I had always been before. I wish I had done more. I wish I had shown up differently. Those thoughts weigh heavily on my heart every single day. BUT when I look back on our friendship, I know it wasn't defined by just one difficult week or just a few difficult months.. It was defined by nearly 18 years of unconditional love, loyalty, life, laughter, friendship, forgiveness, memories, and showing up for each other over and over again. And I am so very lost now without you here, Caleb.... 🥺🥺 I love you endlessly, my BEST friend. Thank you for showing everyone you ever crossed paths with in this life just what a truly kind heart looks like. I'll carry your laughter, your love, your memory and your beautiful spirit with me for the rest of my life.. And I'll be SURE to love our Chewie enough for the both of us, I pinky promise! Please watch over us, and our Stellabella too! We will FOREVER LOVE && MISS YOU, Chhhhalebbbb!!! Forever && ever.. Until we meet again in another life, Love, Your Bestieee, Bella. 🤍

Shared July 2026

Shared by Paul
Childhood Friend

Caleb and I were best friends, thick as thieves, throughout our childhood. We first met when he was in kindergarten and I probably played with him almost every day from then on through high school. So many memories of having fun, growing up, getting into trouble, and enjoying life. Every birthday, every summer, most holidays. He helped me be more fearless and learn to do exciting things. I moved away after highschool but every time I came home for those first few years, I would always visit him and it was like old times again. When my father passed away, he was the first person I called when I came home and he was there for me. Our lives took different paths, and I haven't spoken to him in years. I'm heartbroken to think I'll never get a chance to see him again. I wish I had reconnected sooner.

Shared July 2026

Shared by Melinda

The first day after I met you, Amanda said ride with Caleb, I need to make sure he comes back with my car. Lol... That night, I really got to chill and know you, we had some fun. And any time subsequently that we hung out was just something else. I'll forever remember how you made me feel like something more than just another addict. From Food Lion in Conover & the CP to on the jail phone, it was never dull with you. I wish I'd have been able to see or talk to you again. My leaving the county prevented that but I had to save myself. I will miss you so very much and I'll always wish I could see you again. I'll never hear Lil' Peep or "Star Shopping" the same again and I love that fact. I love you Caleb, I'm going to miss your presence, your laugh and smile but mostly your kind heart and affection. Your fight is over, rest easy, love. 🖤💙❤️

Shared July 2026

Shared by Michelle Keller Nelson
His sisters friend

I never had the opportunity to meet sweet Caleb. However, his sister (Amber) has always been one of my most sweetest friends ever. Amber, I know that you're heart hurts but please know that you are loved. Always. RIP Caleb Love, Michelle

Shared July 2026

Shared by Ivonne Callejas
My best friend

When I meet Caleb I had just come from Mexico. I didn’t know English. My first year was innorthview eighth grade. I remember he asked me about my name. I could not understand him, then I figured it out. I told him my name. We had computer class together and I could never understand the class because I didn’t know anything. He was sitting in front of me and when he came to test, he always helped me out. He got in trouble so many times, even got put to do his computer stuff on the other side, but he would come back to me and tell me what to do. He was my best friend, my first best friend in the USA. And then I learned English, he used to pick on me. Because he’d be like, “You know English now, you do it.” He was my groomsman I didn’t have nobody I asked him, he said yes, I will be your groomsman, so he went to the Catholic Church. The wedding was all in Spanish, half of it he didn’t know what he was doing, but he was there for me at the reception. He didn’t know what was going on either but he was there for me. Now he’s my best friend and I will never forget him. We had more memories like when we put dish soap in a tub. I love you Caleb

Shared July 2026

Shared by Curtis Tate
Cousin

One of my favorite pictures of all the guys. Rest in peace cousin 💔

Shared July 2026

Shared by Elizabeth Tate
Cousin

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Shared by Josh
Cousin

You were always more like a brother or a best friend to me than a cousin. Some of my favorite moments in this life where spent right beside of you. Playing with GI Joe's in the dirt. Watching movies in the floor at grandma's while eating popcorn off of yesterday's newspapers. The freakin' Sega Channel! Cario Mart!! Lol. Shooting pool late nights. We stood side by side and made tacos at Taco Bell. Pizzas at Mellow mushroom, and Wings at East Coast. And if someone ordered fried shrimp he/we was deffinately eating a couple before they hit your plate lol. Now, I dont know what to do. I dont know how to say good bye. I wish I could just talk to you one last time. I wish I could fix this somehow. I love you so damn much. This hurts like nothing else ever has. Rest easy my sweet cousin Caleb. 😔

Shared July 2026

Shared by David Girard
Brother/Friend

I remember the day he asked me to come help him cut down some bamboo in the backyard at the house... wasn't that he necessarily needed the help but to talk to me about my relationship with his sister Amanda and give me some pointers on ways to make her smile more, show her more ways that I can show my love for her and to let me know, just like any good brother should, that if I ever hurt her, he would do the same. I loved the fact that at the end of the day, no matter what issues arose between him and his loved ones, he still loved them so much and wanted to protect them at all costs... brother, you were, are and will continue to be loved and missed by so many people, myself included, and I know you are up there watching over us all now! Fly high buddy... til we see each other again, love you Caleb!

Shared July 2026

Shared by Amber
Sister

Mom may not have recognized your face anymore, but she did recognized your voice. Miss you little bro. Keep your nose clean!

Shared July 2026