Rick was born and raised here in Abbotsford, graduating from Abbotsford Senior. From his time on a small hobby farm in Bradner as a boy, to raising his own children, he has been proud to call Abbotsford home.

Rick started with the AHGSS team in 2021. He brings his lifetime of customer-oriented service to the Society to ensure that the goals of AHGSS are matched with the care of community donors. He believes in the mission of AHGSS to help people who are dying and support individuals and families who are grieving the loss of a loved one.

He has experienced firsthand how hospice helps individuals in their care and felt that now was his time to help in this cause. Rick is a Past President of the Abbotsford-Sumas Rotary Club. He also served on the Board of Abbotsford Minor Hockey in many roles including Vice President.

Rick spent many years as a Financial Advisor, which he uses in his role to aid in estate planning for Legacy Giving.

Rick’s current role includes a capital campaign for Holmberg House renovations to start by 2027.

Presentation topics:

• Brief history of Abbotsford Hospice
• Holmberg Family Legacy
• Updates on Abbotsford Hospice and our goals going forward including expansion of services and care.