CEDAR VALLEY HOSPICE

 Board of Directors

Bryan Earnest
Bryan Earnest, President

Residence: Cedar Falls, Iowa 

Years Active: 3 years

President and CEO at AMPERAGE Marketing & Fundraising

Cedar Falls Economic Development, Junior Achievement Trustee & Foundation board member, Leader Valley past chair, Cedar Valley Soccer Club, American Caner Society, Cedar Valley United Way past board and campaign chair, Grow Cedar Valley past chair, Waterloo Schools Foundation past board member

Cedar Valley Hospice makes a difference in our community and in the lives of so many. The hospice team had a huge impact on our family during the time that my parents came to the end of their lives. I will forever be grateful. 

Vicki Parsons
Vicki Parsons, Vice President

Residence: Waterloo, Iowa

Years Active: 3 years

Vice President at Farmers State Bank

Grow Cedar Valley Ambassadors, Grow Cedar Valley board, EPI finance committee, St. Edwards Parish finance committee, Leader Valley council

I believe in their mission, “To Enrich Lives with Knowledge, Respect, and Compassionate Care,” and the exceptional care delivered by the team at Cedar Valley Hospice. 

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Craig Coffman, Treasurer

Residence: Independence, Iowa

Years Active: 6 years

Retired from Northeast Security Bank

Independence Brew-B-Q

I believe Cedar Valley Hospice is one of the best services available to any family for end-of-life care. I am very proud to be associated with such a great organization. 

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Deb Burger, Secretary

Residence: Delhi, Iowa

Years Active: 6 years

Retired Nurse from MercyOne

Waterloo Community School mentor, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Salvation Army volunteer

Cedar Valley Hospice provided loving and compassionate end-of-life care for my father, mother and brother off and on since 2007. Cedar Valley Hospice has touched my life on my most difficult journeys and I am forever grateful for all they provided for me and my family. 

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Mary Ingamells, Friends Committee Representative

Residence: Cedar Falls, Iowa

Years Active: 1 year

Retired from GMAC Mortgage

Cedar Valley Hospice Friends Committee member, Friends of the Hearst member, Cedar Valley Trails Partnership past board member, Junior Achievement, Relay for Life, March of Dimes

Cedar Valley Hospice is a wonderful organization that provides much needed support at a critical time of life. The people at all levels and positions of the organization are passionate about their work, and it shows.

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Rick Morris, Past Board President

Residence: Cedar Falls, Iowa

Years Active: 6 years

Partner at Beecher, Field, Walker, Morris, Hoffman & Johnson, PLC

Grow Cedar Valley Ambassadors, Allen Hospital Foundation board, The Job Foundation study group, Waterloo Rotary Club member

Many unfortunate circumstances may or do surround the end of life for us and our family, friends, and co-workers. Cedar Valley Hospice greatly assists the many aspects that need to be addressed at the end of our lives. 

Tammy Acuff
Tammy Acuff

Residence: Brandon, Iowa

Years Active: 2 years

Personal Lines Manager at PDCM Insurance, Inc. 

Heartland Acres board member, Lime Creek Fish & Game Club secretary, Junior Achievement volunteer

The comfort and support that Cedar Valley Hospice provides to patients and their families during difficult and challenging times is priceless. 

Carolyn Ayers
Carolyn Ayers

Residence: Cedar Falls, Iowa

Years Active: 4 years

Director of Lifestyle Enrichment at Western Home Communities

St. John Lutheran Church, Cedar Falls Community Theatre board, Northstar Community Services board

Long ago, I was the bereavement coordinator for Cedar Valley Hospice. I came to love the hospice concept of care, as well as the way death is considered part of life. I love the way the staff educates and supports families through the worst times to make them some of the best times for families. The ongoing support for families makes such a difference to those who need someone to walk with them. 

Bryan Burton
Bryan Burton

Residence: Waterloo, Iowa

Years Active: 3 years

CEO at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Cedar Valley

Downtown Waterloo Rotary Club, Grow Cedar Valley Ambassadors, Central Rivers board, Goodwill board, Walnut Neighborhood Association member, Gideons

Both of my parents and my wife’s parents have passed in the last seven years, and they have all been taken care of by a hospice in their respective areas. I know that without the services that Cedar Valley Hospice offers, families losing a loved one would be lost and not have the experience of knowing that their loved one’s passing happened with caring and trained professionals. 

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Dr. John Ingram

Residence: Janesville, Iowa

Years Active: 1 year

M.D. at MercyOne Waterloo Residency Program

I was a medical director for a hospice located in Denison, Iowa. Hospice services provide a roadmap to the end of life for families and patients in addition to their vital role as caregivers. I’m honored to have been asked to be on the Cedar Valley Hospice Board of Directors and look forward to serving. 

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Kim Krizek

Residence: Cedar Falls, Iowa

Years Active: 7 years 

Operations at PDCM Insurance

Cedar Valley Hospice is a strong organization that serves a great need in the community. Their emphasis on Making Each Moment Matter makes a difference. 

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Kyle Rasmussen

Residence: Reinbeck, Iowa

Years Active: 1 year 

Owner at Generational Wealth Management

Grundy County Memorial Hospital Foundation vice president and treasurer, Reinbeck Junior Achievement, Reinbeck City Council member, Little Rebels Daycare board vice president

I’ve been on the receiving end of care several times from the wonderful team at Cedar Valley Hospice and can’t say enough great things about how they help people pass with dignity and care.

Tracie Spencer
Tracie Spencer

Residence: Waterloo, Iowa

Years Active: 3 years

Musician and Home Health employee

Cedar Valley Hospice is an amazing organization. They went above and beyond when my mom decided she no longer wanted to continue cancer treatment. They provided support, compassion, and listened to our questions and concerns. I honestly don’t know what we would’ve done without them. They are true angels. 

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Candy Steele

Residence: Hudson, Iowa

Years Active: 6 years

Retired Nurse from Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare

Prairie Lakes Church member and volunteer

Cedar Valley Hospice was incredibly supportive and encouraging when my mother was in her final days. I am so grateful for the guidance and compassionate presence they offered our family. Supporting Cedar Valley Hospice is important to me to continue to show our appreciation for the meaningful time they created for us during her illness and passing. 

Michelle Steffe
Michelle Steffe

Residence: Denver, Iowa

Years Active: 2 years

Benefits Solution Advisor at the Accel Group

Denver Athletic Boosters board, Cedar Valley Human Resource Board secretary, United Way volunteer

Cedar Valley Hospice is so much more than just helping patients when their time comes to pass. They assist family members through grief counseling and aid in palliative care. Everyone is on the same page and really care about the services they provide. 

Lisa Wall
Lisa Wall

Residence: Waterloo, Iowa

Years Active: 9 years

Partner at Hogan-Hansen, P.C.

Investment Committee for the Catholic Foundation in the Archdiocese of Dubuque

Cedar Valley Hospice is a wonderful organization and I feel their services contribute to the well-being of our community. I strongly believe in the important of quality palliative and end-of-life care, as well as support services for patients and their loved ones. The services of Cedar Valley Hospice align well with values of compassion, dignity and respect for individuals facing difficult illnesses. 

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Healthcare Partner Resources

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