The funeral directors at Brosh Chapel are responsible for implementing the wishes of families in planning a meaningful funeral service for their loved one. The role of the funeral director is that of a caregiver and administrator. Their responsibilities include making arrangements for the transportation of the body, meeting with the family of the deceased to plan the visitation and funeral service, preparing the deceased for the visitation and funeral service, completing necessary paperwork, notifying local and out-of town newspapers of obituary information, as well as performing any additional services requested by the family. Our funeral directors continue to serve families after the funeral service by assisting them with insurance and/or veterans claims or providing grief support resources to assist the family in making a life transition without their loved one. Our competent staff is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to serve the community.

Terry Brosh
terry@broshchapel.com

Terry L. Brosh, Owner of Brosh Chapel Inc., a fourth generation funeral director, has been licensed by the State of Iowa since 1970. Terry was born and raised in Cedar Rapids in the heart of Czech Village, and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1964. He attended Winona State College until 1967 when he enlisted in the United States Navy. Graduating from Hospital Corps School, he spent over two years as a Medical Corpsman with the Navy and was attached to the Fleet Marine Force and Military Sea Transportation in Vietnam. He was also stationed aboard the U.S.S. Sanctuary Hospital Ship as well as in country service. Terry graduated from San Francisco College of Mortuary Science and started working with his father at Brosh Chapel in March of 1970.
Over the years, Terry has been involved in many local organizations. He was active in the Sutliff Bridge Authority where he helped save the old bridge in Sutliff. Terry was a charter member of the Solon Stone Academy, as well as being instrumental in the restoration of the old school house. He is currently a member of the Solon American Legion Stinocher Post # 460. Terry is a former board member of the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library in Cedar Rapids, and a past board member of the St. Peter and Paul Historical Society. An avid contributor to many wildlife and conservation groups, Terry helped found the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Chapter of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. He is a member of Hus Memorial Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids. Terry is a member of Sokol in Cedar Rapids. He is a member of the Cedar Rapids and Mt. Vernon Chamber of Commerce. Terry is also a member of the National Funeral Directors Association and the Iowa Funeral Directors Association.
Terry and his wife Christine were married in October of 2003. He has two sons: Justin, his wife Laurie and two grandsons Austin and Ashton of Metter, Georgia; and Matt of Lisbon, Iowa. Terry’s hobbies include fishing, hunting and all outdoor activities, especially time spent with their golden retrievers, Lizzie and Sunny.


Matt Linn
matt@broshchapel.com

Matthew W. Linn was born in Des Moines and raised in Indianola, Iowa. While growing up, Matt maintained a busy life. He was active in many sports including football, basketball and baseball. He learned at an early age the desire to work and be involved in the community. Matt graduated from Indianola High School in 1991. He then attended Grand View College in Des Moines to pursue an education and to play baseball. After two years at Grand View, Matt moved to Denver, Colorado and attended Regis University. The culmination of his studies resulted in a degree in Business Administration with a minor in Physical Education in 1996. While in Colorado, Matt became interested in the field of mortuary science. He worked full-time for Olinger Mortuary in Denver while completing his degree. He realized the funeral profession was his calling in life.
Matt then attended Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Chicago, Illinois and graduated in 1997. Matt worked for Steuerle Funeral Home in Villa Park where he received hands on training while attending school. This opportunity proved to be very valuable to him both professionally and personally. Matt completed his internship at Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service in Waterloo, Iowa and was extended the offer to join the staff as a licensed funeral director. He was taught by some of the best over his six years of employment. Matt also met his future wife while working in Waterloo. Matt and Katie Hagarty were married in August of 2003 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Matt and his wife moved to Cedar Rapids and began working for Brosh Chapel in January of 2004. Matt and Katie are members of St. Ludmila’s Catholic Church in Cedar Rapids. Matt is a member of the Iowa Funeral Directors Association. Matt is also a 4^th Degree Knight and is active in the Cedar Rapids Knights of Columbus. Matt enjoys traveling, golfing and attending various sporting events. He also enjoys the company of his family and yellow lab, Buddy.

Karen M. Ryan
karen@broshchapel.com

Karen M. Ryan was born in Iowa City and raised in Fairbank, Iowa.   She graduated from Wapsie Valley High School in 2002.   Karen continued her education at Hamilton College in Cedar Falls, Iowa, graduating with an associate's degree in Criminal Justice.    Towards the end of her studies, Karen began helping out and gaining experience at Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home in Oelwein, Iowa.   It didn't take long for her to realize that this was what she was supposed to do.  

Karen attended Worsham College of Mortuary Science in Wheeling, Illinois and received an associate's degree in Mortuary Science in 2005.   Karen began her internship at Brosh Chapel in May of 2006.   She is an active volunteer for the Animal Welfare Foundation.   In her spare time, Karen enjoys spending time with her family and her dogs, Ceasar and Piggy.   

Diane M. Martinsen
Diane@broschchapel.com

Diane M. Martinsen was born in Dubuque oldest of four girls and raised on a farm near Worthington, Iowa. As a licensed cosmetologist she owned her own business for ten years in Monticello. Also in Monticello she worked for Goettsch Funeral Home as an Office Manager for seven years. Most recently she was a Regional Sales Manager with General Electric’s premier leasing vendor. In addition for many years she has been working in the financial industry dealing with investment and insurance counseling and holds Iowa Life and Health Insurance licenses.
The common denominators in her career experiences are customer focus and the love of working with people of all ages and backgrounds. As of November 2005, Diane became a member of the staff at Brosh Chapel, as a Family Service Counselor.
Diane and her husband Mike live near Monticello. Mike is a machinist at Energy Manufacturing Company. Together they have two children, a son Adam, who is living in Swisher and working for a landscaping firm and a daughter Ashley, who is a second year student at the University of Iowa majoring in Special Education. The Martinsen’s are members of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Monticello. Diane has served on Church Counsel, Youth Ministry Team, was a confirmation group leader, mentor and volunteered as member of the Monticello Cemetery Board. Diane enjoys traveling and camping with family and friends, her hobbies include various forms of art, reading and cooking.