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Kent Pearson Obituary

Dr. Kent S. Pearson, 68, of rural Iowa City, longtime University of Iowa Hospitals anesthesiologist, died at his home Friday, May 5, 2023, with his family at his side. A time for family and friends to gather to remember Kent will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Grace Community Church in rural North Liberty. The evening will conclude with remarks shared by Chaplain Kirk Statler of Iowa City Hospice. In lieu of flowers, his family ask that you consider memorial donations to the Parkinson's Association or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. For a complete obituary, to share a thought, memory or condolence with his family, please visit Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service website at wwww.gayandciha.com.

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Published by The Gazette on May 10, 2023.

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Brad Hindman

May 11, 2023

It was my pleasure and privilege to work with Kent (Dr. Pearson) in the Department of Anesthesia for many years. He was a caring physician and dedicated professional. May God rest his soul and grant his family comfort.

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4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Grace Community Church

2707 Dubuque St. NE, North Liberty, IA

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