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Leanna
Anderson
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Social Worker, Skagit Hospice Services
Resident of Camano Island
"Hospice has always been near and dear to my heart. My uncle had hospice services and it made a real difference in his life and the lives of our family. I want to be a part of sharing the hospice story and helping the word and work of hospice become the first thing that comes to mind for those facing life-threatening illnesses."
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 Barb Carlson |
Accounting Executive - Sakuma Brothers
Resident of Mount Vernon
"I am honored to be a part of Skagit Hospice knowing the wonderful work the team provides in our community. I have many friends and loved ones whose lives have been touched by the care and generosity provided at such a critical time. The Hospice team are truly Angels and I am privileged to offer my support by serving as a Trustee."
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Dr. Ute Collins |
Dentist
Resident of Mount Vernon
"I joined the Skagit Hospice Foundation Board of Trustees to contribute to the Skagit Valley community and to help benefit patients and their families who are facing a life-limiting illnesss. I believe it is important for every person to give back to their community in some way and this is my way of doing this." |
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 Vickie Crook |
Owner, Coldwell Banker
Resident of Sedro-Woolley
"I find it an honor and privilege to be part of the Skagit Hospice Foundation. As a new board member, I am excited to be involved with an organization such as Skagit Hospice that is known for its excellent staff. I know they give their utmost time and care to residents in our community that need hospice care."
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Gregg Davidson |
FACHE, CEO Skagit Valley Hospital
Resident of Mount Vernon
"Having experienced hospice directly with several family members, Lea and I became instant advocates for the hospice process and the wonderful professionals who work in hospice. It is a wonderful cause and a service worthy of our support and promotion."
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Ellen Geary |
MS, LAC Integrative Systems Consultant
Resident of Anacortes
" I am so grateful for the opportunity to be working with the Hospice Foundation to support Skagit Hospice. Hospice's exceptional service to the community provides an unmatched level of care that reaches into all levels of life. Their personal and individualized assistance to each hospice patient and their family is available to all members of our community regardless of race, spiritual beliefs, economic status or family structure. Hospice strives to give in the way that is most essential for each individual case. It has been of tremendous service to my family and has touched the lives of so many of those close to us. What a thrill to work for a cause that is so incredibly positive."
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Nancy Gentry
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Founder of HomePlace Special Care and Where The Heart Is
Consultant to Frontier Management
President of Wee Care Early Learning
Co-Owner of Landed Gentry
Resident of Anacortes
"Hospice is a great organization. I have a business that cares for individuals with terminal illnesses. I want these wonderful individuals to be surrounded with familiar sounds, smells, environments and to be lovingly cared for. Hospice allows them to remain with those who know and love them and allows dieing to be as acceptable as being born. The staff of hospice are incredible people who are truly gifted in end-of-life care. My goal and reason for being on the board is to assist in letting the community know about the services they provide and to ensure the continuance of this organization."
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Diane Greene |
Hospice Volunteer
Resident of Anacortes
"Being a Hospice volunteer and seeing first hand the compassion that Hospice brings to the family and the patient, only adds to the dimension of my personal involvement. Being involved with Hospice brings far more rewards than any I could offer. I am honored to be a member of the Foundation and thank you for including me in this continuing effort to bring comfort and dignity to those facing terminal illness." |
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 Sherry Grant-Kynl |
Business and Finance Officer - Retired
Resident of LaConner
"I have personally experienced the invaluable support and assistance hospice provides to terminally ill patients and their families. I am honored to serve on the Skagit Hospice Foundation team and look forward to working with them to assure all families needing this support will have it available to them."
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Barb Hamburg
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Director of Orthopedic and Surgical Care, Skagit Valley Hospital
Resident of Mount Vernon
“Throughout my nursing career I have witnessed the beauty and resilience of the human spirit in many different situations. The most poignant times have been when I have had the privilege of giving the gift of comfort to a dying patient and their family. The work that hospice does for people during this difficult transition from life to death is some of the most important work we can do in healthcare.”
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Rose Hutchins |
Retired Congressional Healthcare Liaison
Resident of Anacortes
"Hospice provided care for my parents, friends and family. I wanted to give back to the organization that provided this cae and I can do this through serving on the foundation board."
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 Carolyn
Lloyd-Whitney |
Vice-President and Real Estate Loan Officer, Peoples Bank
Resident of Mount Vernon
"This opportunity provides the ability to help those who are really in need and give back to the community. Hospice is an organization that touches people^s lives at a crucial time."
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Judy Menish |
Retired Skagit County Treasurer
Resident of La Conner
"A program as vital as hospice cannot operate without financial support. I am pleased to give my energy to the foundation in an effort to assure that hospice remains a viable life-sustaining organization, for the benefit of all who need the services."
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Tracy
Peterson-Foy |
Loan Officer, Peoples Bank
Resident of Anacortes
"My sister had brain cancer and I know how much hospice can do to help terminally ill people and their families. I want to be on the foundation board to help raise money so everyone who has life-ending cancer can die with dignity and have someone who cares around them."
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Greg Reed |
CEO United General Hospital
Resident of Burlington
"My involvement in hospice over the years is combined through both my personal and professional life. Like so many families, mine has been touched by all the emotions and life changing results that come from a terminal illness. Professionally, I witness hospice playing an important role to the services we provide at United. Hospice provides that necessary component that compliments the services of North Puget Oncology for our patients facing end-of-life issues."
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