Deb Boyd
February 22, 1963 ~ August 9, 2018
Debra Joan (Dieleman) Boyd, 55, of Cedar Rapids, died Thursday, August 9, 2018, at Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy in Hiawatha. Visitation: 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 14, 2018, at Stonebridge Church. Celebration of Life: 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2018 with visitation one hour prior. Burial at Oakwood Cemetery in Pella, Iowa at 2:30 p.m. Arrangements with Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services.
Born to Ronald and Carolyn Dieleman in Oskaloosa, Deb enjoyed her early years on the farm. Even in elementary school, she was doted on by Steve Boyd, and on November 8, 1980, they were married. After caring for her daughters and sending Steve through school, she earned her RN-BSN degree in nursing.
Deb was a caregiver. She cared for her husband, her children, her patients and, most recently, for her grandchildren. They loved playing games with her and just being her best friends. She also cared for her church, volunteering in many ways at Stonebridge Church.
Deb is survived by her husband, Steven; father, Ronald (Kathy) Dieleman; daughters, Jennifer (Duke) DeJong, and Niccole Thomas; grandchildren, Samuel, Mikale, Noah, Isabel, and Wrenley; siblings, Jeffery (Deb) Dieleman, and Cathy (Mark) Law; and beloved puppy, Holly. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carolyn.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Oldorf Hospice House of Mercy, Stonebridge Church Capital Fund, or American Cancer Society.
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I have such fond memories of growing up together, playing outside on the farm and at the pond. She was a great person with a gentle spirit, we will all miss you and we all love you! You will forever be in our hearts!
Cory, Sandy, Kayla and Courtney Veenstra
This just breaks my heart. Deb was one of the finest nurses I have had the privilege to know. My deepest condolences to her family .
Deb befriended me when I first came to CHEF , she had a smile that was contagious and made me happy just to be in her presence, a beautiful God loving Sister in Christ. I will truly miss you. My thoughts and prayers to her family, may God bless you with His peace and comfort.
Deb was an amazing woman & Nurse. I had the pleasure of working with at the Hospice House. She always had a warm heart, a beautiful smile, contagious laughter, lending hands & embracing arms. Thank you for blessing & sharing her with us in our lives. Prayers for Heavenly peace.
Deb was Mary Shedek’s nurse at hospice. Mary worked at hospice. Although everyone was great there she chose Deb as the best fit for her. Anyone who knew Mary would agree Deb had to be the Oscar winner of nursing. I appreciate what she did for Mary and me. Allen Shedek
I was privileged to have Deb as my sister in Christ as well a friend
Coffee at Panera first Saturday of the month. We Shared, laughed sometimes tears and prayed. We prayed together many times. Her kindness and compassion has no comparison. I will miss you dear sister please tell Gerry I miss him. I love you sweet Lady so glad you get to see Jesus our Lord..
I am so sorry for your loss, Deb was a A wonderful nurse a true caregiver at heart always there for her patients in their darkest hours she had a heart of gold and she will be surely missed God bless you during this very difficult time .
Thinking of you all. Deb was an amazing nurse and coworker. What a blessing it was to have known her. Keeping you all in my prayers. Julie Skala
My memories of Deb are seeing her serve on the tech team at Stonebridge, serving as a hospice nurse and having grandchildren surround her. But I will never forget her “My Story-God’s Story”. I didn’t know her well but I realized how brave she was to tell her story and let God heal her. What a wonderful wife you will miss Steve. I pray for God’s perfect peace, love and strength to uphold you and your family now and forever. CJ Zachariasen
I had the privilege to know Deb in two different roles. I worked with her at uihc on the burn unit. First as a staff nurse and then an assistant nurse manager. She was a natural Leader and Mentor too many nurses on the burn unit and throughout the hospital. She was an excellent nurse and I enjoyed being pulled to the burn unit when she was working. I also had a second opportunity to know her as a natural leader at Stone Bridge Church in Cedar Rapids Iowa. She was involved with the women’s conferences at the church and made it a lot of fun and rewarding. To the family sorry for your loss of a great person but know that Deb will get her reward when Christ returns from heaven.
Some of my most joyful memories on the Burn Unit are of Deb. I remember when she worked with Dr. Phyllis Chang in Coralville too.
I miss you my dear friend. My deepest condolences to your family. Peaches J. Wytch
I enjoyed working with Deb at the Hospice House. She was an excellent nurse and a wonderful co-worker. My condolences to the family. Linda Hamrick
We never had the opportunity to meet Deb, but after reading her tributes, we realize that it was our loss. She appeared to be an incredible, loving and compassionate woman. Our prayers to the Boyd family and all who loved her. May you take comfort in recalling the fond memories you shared together.
Fondly,
Larry and Susan McCray
We feel like we have been a member of the Boyd family for years as clients and friends. Steve has been a such a wonderful example of a brother in Christ for Nickie and me as he has shared his family stories with us. His love and devotion to Deb through these conversations have been a true inspiration.
Steve, you and your family are in our hearts and continued prayers for God’s peace that surpasses all understanding.
With love, Randy, Nickie, Chris, Gwen Anne and Will Thompson
Steve I feel so bad that we were not aware of the passing of your wife. I do not get the paper anymore,and was only made aware of it after calling the office, on the day of the funeral. Steve you and your family have our deepest sympathy. Pat Hiemstra and family
Such a mixture a feelings, Sweet Deb! I don’t begrudge you walking with Jesus in glory one bit. It just seems so soon for Him to take you. I’m praying for your family. I wish I could have said goodbye in person. But I will say hello in person someday.
Steve, just found out about Deb. We’ve been out of town. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Terry and Karen Smith