Brosh Chapel

Brosh Chapel in Cedar Rapids as well as The Avacentre offer a full range of services for families Brosh Chapel has been in the funeral business since 1885.

Because they are so experienced, they alleviate the stress of the planning process for each family that works with them. You can count on complete attention to detail throughout your time with them, creating personalized services for your loved one. The planning team is compassionate and professional that is why you never have to wonder if your loved one is in good hands. In addition to funeral and cremation services for your family members, they also offer services for your domestic pets. Arrange a funeral or pet cremation so that your furry family member gets the treatment they deserve. As the oldest business in Johnson County, the exceptional service keeps growing and improving. Brosh Chapel is experienced in arranging full-service funeral services. You can count on visitations before the ceremony and graveside services after at the burial site. If you would like to simplify things, you can go straight to the burial. Also, look for affordable cremations in direct cremation without an accompanying ceremony. Cremation with a memorial ceremony is best for families who would love to provide a formal gathering for friends and family to pay their respects. The planning team is skilled at implementing veteran services into any service they arrange. They will file all the paperwork for you and secure the benefits. If you are looking for a more lighthearted and lively end-of-life service, consider life celebrations. Choose an outside venue where you can gather for a barbecue, music, dancing, and display sports memorabilia. The sky is the limit on what you want your service to look like. Pre-planning funeral services are necessary if you do not want your family guessing what you would like after you die. Specify cremation, burial, urns, caskets, vaults, memorials, food, and flowers. Record your wishes with a funeral planning team, and you can even prepay to save your family the stress of funeral or cremation payments. Brosh Chapel is involved in the Mt. Vernon, Lisbon, Cedar Rapids, Hiawatha, Walford, Fairfax, Hiawatha, Swisher, Solon, and Ely communities. They build life-long relationships with each family they serve, ensuring that you have a trusted funeral home on speed dial if the need were to arise. Brosh Chapel is located at 2121 Bowling St SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404. Please give them a call to speak with an expert funeral planner: (319) 362-8837.

04/03/2026

Say hello to the Brosh Chapel team! 👋

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.

Matt 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. Matt completed his internship at Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service in Waterloo and remained as a licensed funeral director until January 2004.

Matt moved to Cedar Rapids and began working for Brosh Chapel. He completed the purchase of the Brosh family business in January 2008. In June of 2008, the downtown location of Brosh, was devastated by the Flood, and as a result a new location was secured from Czech National Cemetery. This new location joined Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre as modern facility equipped to handle all facets of services. Matt is the owner of Brosh Chapel, The Avacentre (www.theavacentre.com) and Eternal Fan (www.goeternalfan.com). The Avacentre is the food and beverage option which compliments Brosh Chapel families served. The Avacentre in Anamosa has a full catering kitchen and event center. In 2005, Matt formed Eternal Fan. Eternal Fan's purpose is to give families a new option to create a legacy at their special places. Eternal Fan is currently a partner in NASCAR and NFL and is actively in discussions with other sports properties.

Matt is a licensed insurance agent in the State of Iowa, a member of St. Ludmila's Catholic Church, a 4th Degree Knight of Columbus, CSA, Western Fraternal, SOKOL and a board member at Czech National Cemetery. Matt enjoys traveling, golfing and attending various sporting events. He also enjoys the company of his family and taking in various sporting events.

04/01/2026

🌸Spring is the perfect time to tackle those little things that make a big difference. Here are a few easy wins to check off this season:

Around the house → Swap out winter clothes and donate what you didn't wear → Deep clean one room you've been avoiding → Replace batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms

Life admin → Shred old paperwork you no longer need → Update emergency contacts on your accounts → Review your insurance policies and beneficiaries

Peace of mind → Put your important documents in one place → Have a conversation with your family about your wishes → Make a plan, even if it's just the first step

You don't have to do it all at once. Pick one thing and start there.
What's on your spring cleaning list this year? 👇

03/28/2026

Your family's story is worth preserving. Here are five simple ways to start.

03/24/2026

Every family has that one recipe. The one nobody ever wrote down. Here's how to make sure it doesn't disappear:

1. Sit down with the person who makes it best. Watch them cook it. Ask questions as they go.

2. Cook it wrong on purpose (once). You'll quickly learn what makes their version special when yours doesn't taste the same.

3. Include the story behind it. Where did it come from? Who passed it down? Why does it matter?

4. Save it in their handwriting. Ask them to write it out on a recipe card. Their handwriting is part of the heirloom.

5. Pair it with a photo. A picture of them in the kitchen, an old holiday dinner, or even just the finished dish on their favorite plate.

03/21/2026

This one's for you. The one who's missing someone today.

The one who still reaches for the phone to call them. Even though you know they won't answer.

The one who hears a song and feels it all over again. Some memories don't fade — and that's okay.

The one who's fine until someone asks how you're doing. You don't always have to be strong.

The one who still sets an extra place at the table in your heart. Love doesn't end just because someone's gone.

The one who grieves in silence. We see you. You're not alone.

The love you carry for them? That doesn't go away. It just proves how much they mattered.

03/19/2026

Like family. That's how every family should feel when they walk through our doors. Thank you, Jean, for trusting Matt and the Brosh Chapel team with your loved one's care.

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick's Day! 🍀

03/14/2026

Compassionate care when it matters most. Whether you're facing an immediate need or planning ahead, our team is here to guide you with care and understanding, ensuring your loved ones are honored with the dignity and respect they deserve

Traditional burial. Cremation. Veterans services. Advance planning. And more.

Explore all we have to offer at www.broshchapel.com

03/11/2026

Today, on National Funeral Directors Day, we celebrate the compassionate and dedicated professionals who serve our families with care and dignity every day. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible funeral directors for their unwavering commitment to helping others through life’s most difficult moments.

03/08/2026

Happy International Women's Day. To the mothers, grandmothers, sisters, daughters, and friends who hold families together with quiet strength and endless love. Every day we're grateful for you.

03/05/2026

A reminder that what we leave behind isn't measured in things. It's measured in the people we've touched, the moments we've shared, and the love we've given along the way.

03/03/2026

Say hello to the Brosh Chapel team! 👋

Meet Rob Dugger, our Primary Care Leader. Licensed since 1991, Rob has spent his career serving Iowa families with care and compassion. He's also a proud mentor, helping the next generation of funeral directors earn their licenses.

Read his full bio at www.broshchapel.com/our-staff

Address

2121 Bowling Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA
52404

Telephone

+13193628837

Website

https://www.broshchapel.com/

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