Crippin Funeral Home

Crippin Funeral Home Crippin Funeral Home is proud to have been serving Montrose, CO and surrounding areas since 1988.

Crippin Funeral Home is proud to be a family owned and operated funeral home serving the Montrose area and western slope since 1988. Over the past 20 years we have grown by providing caring, personalized and above all professional service to all of our families. In 1995 we purchased Grand View Cemetery, located west of Montrose. Grand View Cemetery offers a unique resting place, a veteran’s sectio

n, scattering garden, gazebo and our latest addition Serenity Cremation Gardens . We have an onsite crematory as well as a newly designed chapel and casket display room. We are honored to serve and make available all of our facilities and services to all the family’s that place their confidence in us. Please feel free to call at any hour to speak directly to one of our members. We believe we have a unique responsibility to honor our Veterans and Military Community. We will help you handle every detail; from military benefits to legal requirements. Our History

In 1957, In Jerome Idaho, Harry Crippin and wife Marion opened their hearts and doors to help families cope with the loss of loved ones. Harry and Marion soon built a family tradition of trust by providing sincerity, understanding and graceful professionalism to all the families they served. In 1987 sons Greg, Kirk and Kelly Crippin joined their father to carry on “A Family Tradition of Trust” when they purchased the Monahan Mansion located in Montrose, Colorado on East Main Street. Since then Greg, Kelly and wives Julia and Carla Crippin have continued to compassionately lighten the burden that one has when planning for and coping with the loss of a loved one.

Kent Alan SchultzKent Alan Schultz, 77, of Montrose, Colorado, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his sid...
08/05/2025

Kent Alan Schultz

Kent Alan Schultz, 77, of Montrose, Colorado, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side.

Born on December 27, 1947, in Grand Junction, Colorado, to Alfons Schultz and Vera Hermann, Kent spent his early years in Grand Junction, Colorado, where he attended Grand Junction High School. He went on to pursue higher education at the University of Northern Colorado and Colorado State University, earning both a Bachelor of Science and a Master’s degree.

Kent dedicated his life to education, working for many years as a special education teacher in Sandpoint, Idaho. He was also deeply committed to social justice, actively participating in the Peace Movement, leading within the Teacher's Union, and managing state and local political campaigns for candidates in the democratic party.

On June 15, 1968, Kent married his high school sweetheart, Julia Fay Schultz, in Grand Junction. Together they raised their family in Sandpoint, Idaho, where they enjoyed family camping trips, fishing, hiking and traveling. Julie preceded Kent in death in 2009.

Beyond his professional achievements, Kent found great joy in cooking, reading, fishing, camping, gardening, and teaching his grandchildren. His presence was a steady source of wisdom, humor, and warmth for those fortunate enough to know him.

Kent is survived by his four children: Richard Seals of Buckeye, Arizona; Adam Schultz of Fort Worth, Texas; Matthew Schultz of New York City, New York; and Rachel Arrechea of Montrose, Colorado. He is also survived by his brother, Tommy Schultz, and Kay Coulson of Colorado. Kent's legacy continues through his nine beloved grandchildren—Grace, Justin, Hayden, Blake, Nicole, Peter, Tyler, Alonso, and Alejandro—and his two great-grandchildren, Stevie and Emery.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfons and Vera; his brother, Gary; and his wife, Julie.

A memorial service honoring Kent’s life will be held on the afternoon of September 13, 2025, at the Living Word Lutheran Church in Montrose, Colorado. All who knew and loved Kent are welcome to attend and celebrate his remarkable life.

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Patricia Lynn PelhamIn loving memory of Patricia Lynn PelhamDecember 1967 – July 2025It is with heavy hearts that we ann...
08/04/2025

Patricia Lynn Pelham

In loving memory of Patricia Lynn Pelham

December 1967 – July 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Patricia Lynn Pelham, who departed this life too soon at the age of 57. She passed away in Delta, Colorado.

Patricia was a selfless, loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and friend. Her kindness, unwavering support, and endless love helped shape the lives of those fortunate enough to know her. She lived a life of grace, strength, and compassion, always putting the needs of others before her own. She was an amazing mother and grandmother.

Born in Ventura, California, she built a life centered around her family and her one only true love. She was the heart and soul of the Pelham family. Her home was a haven of unconditional love, laughter, strength and comfort, always a source of getting others together. Her presence made everyone feel valued and seen.

She leaves behind her children: Chris, Meika, Daniel, Isaiah, Dean Jr, Grand children: Khole, Hayden, Gerardo, Elias, Madison, Morgan, Deagan, Dillon and Terri, Sister: Jeannie, and many extended family members and dear friends. Her legacy will always live on in every hug, every act of compassion, and the values she instilled in those fortunate enough to know her.

Patricia was preceded in death by her brother Roger and son Isaac.

Though the hearts of the ones she left behind are broken, the memory of her strength, determination, unconditional love, and selflessness will continue to live on.

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Monica Nichols TreadwayMonica Nichols Treadway “Grandee”, passed away peacefully at the age of 93. She had a heart of go...
07/30/2025

Monica Nichols Treadway

Monica Nichols Treadway “Grandee”, passed away peacefully at the age of 93. She had a heart of gold and lived a life full of love. Mom was an exceptional amateur astronomer, fantastic cook, an avid gardener and reader, was a talented seamstress, and loved to travel. She was a wonderful loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and aunt.

Monica is survived by her daughter Kim Treadway Kardel (Mark), son Paul Dean Treadway, son Dennis Alan Treadway Schafer, granddaughters Erika Treadway Warner, Liz Raivio (Matt), Dani Treadway, Abby Treadway, and great-grandchildren Devin, Rena, Cameron, and Noah. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Monica was preceded in death by her husband James Cecil Treadway, son Ralph James Treadway, and grandson Matt “Nemo” Treadway.

We will miss her beautiful smile and vibrant personality.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to your charity of choice.

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Dimitri S. AxarlisDimitri S. Axarlis passed away on June 4th, 2025. A father, husband and friend. Dimitri was a great ma...
07/29/2025

Dimitri S. Axarlis

Dimitri S. Axarlis passed away on June 4th, 2025. A father, husband and friend. Dimitri was a great man and always knew how to make everyone in the room laugh and light up.

Born April 8, 1958, in Khartoum, Sudan.

Dimitri was a dedicated family man. A father to three daughters Gabriella, Sophie and Marissa. He spent his weekends camping, hunting, fishing and being with the family no matter what. He always had something for the family to do. Dimitri was an avid outdoorsman. Whether it was even just going out for the day to fish or just to take a drive out of town.

The family will not be doing a public service, but nothing private for the family only.

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Dolores UrralburuDolores Urralburu, 96, of Montrose, Colorado passed away on July 10, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia with t...
07/28/2025

Dolores Urralburu

Dolores Urralburu, 96, of Montrose, Colorado passed away on July 10, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia with the same joy for life, devotion to God, and love for her family and friends that always showed through the bright smile on her face. Her final wish to be surrounded by love created a beautiful final day when she even glowed as sunset’s rays shone on her peaceful face.

Dolores Garcia was born on May 28, 1929 in Clayton, New Mexico. Dolores always fondly recalled family life there before her parents moved to Montrose in 1937, and she went on to make many more beautiful memories during nearly 90 years in Western Colorado. She is survived by her daughter Ann Margaret Urralburu of McLean, Virginia, her sister Viola (Doug) Short of Craig, Colorado, brother David (Cindy) Garcia of Montrose, Colorado, and numerous nieces and nephews. Dolores was preceded in death by her husband Benedicto Urralburu, her parents Monico and Rose (Lujan) Garcia, and her brothers Alfred C’ de Baca, Loyd Garcia, Leo Garcia, Pat Garcia, Orlando Garcia, and Billy Garcia.

After graduating in the Montrose County High School Class of 1946 and attending Barnes Business College in Denver, Dolores returned to Montrose to work as a bookkeeper for Hilltop Dairy. She met her future husband, Benedicto—a Basque sheepherder and later miner—in 1956 and they married at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in November 1958. They became active as a couple in the Parish during the 1960s and felt strongly that Vatican II was a blessing that opened new opportunities for lay people to take part and minister to one another. Together, Dolores and Ben were part of the Cursillo retreat movement and ministers at many liturgies. As a Benedictine oblate and livelong lover of joyous liturgy, Dolores headed St. Mary’s Liturgy Committee for 10 years, and was a longtime Lector, Eucharistic Minister, and facilitator of the Bread-baking Ministry for each weekend Mass. She served as President of St. Mary’s Parish Council and was the first Hispanic woman to be President of the Council of Catholic Women for the Grand Junction Deanery.

Together over 50 years, Dolores and Ben visited his family in Spain many times, sparking a love of travel and openness to the world that shaped Dolores in countless ways. They fostered that same international love in their daughter, Ann Margaret, who was born in 1974. Dolores often commented on how lucky she felt to have visited so many international wonders, and she kept up that traveling spirit alongside Ann even after Ben’s death in 2007.

Dolores had an undeniable natural connection with young people that she lovingly shared as a caregiver for several nieces and friends’ children, in addition to her beloved daughter. Dolores channeled her gift for working with youth while teaching catechism for more than 20 years at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and she helped the Academic Booster Club honor students across Montrose County schools during the 1980s-90s.

Ever a practical and well-informed citizen, Dolores loved the United States and had a strong sense of civic duty. She was committed to doing her part for the community and served as a Montrose County election judge for 40 years. A member of the Montrose County Republican Women for many decades, Dolores always appreciated when her fellow members praised the time and thoroughness she put into giving reports that were rich in facts and shared topics from across spectrums. Dolores also created the group’s scholarship program, which she saw as encouraging civic mindedness in the next generation.

Family care was always at the center of Dolores’ life, and she was renowned for excellent baking skills, especially bread, and her delicious cooking. She had a green thumb and loved plants, along with being an excellent seamstress. And she never failed to take care of her little girl’s every need, which returned to Dolores with much love throughout her final years.

Dolores and Ann Margaret lived together from 2020 until her passing, splitting time between homes in Colorado and Virginia. Dolores loved to join Ann in most any outing, but her greatest gift in the East was being welcomed into the loving community at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Washington, DC. A Jesuit parish with a nod to Basque roots—which the Urralburu family always honors too—the parish’s mission to “Accompany one another in Christ; Celebrate God’s Love; and Transform Lives” came to life for Dolores via vibrant liturgies and the loving way fellow parishioners offered her peace and joy. She loved going to Mass each week and looked forward to seeing all those who became beloved friends. And she was called home to Heaven with the words of that Parish Community’s love and prayers paving the way.

Dolores will be celebrated for her final burial with services at St. Mary Catholic Church in Montrose, Colorado. There will be a Vigil of Remembrance at 7pm on August 5, 2025 and a Funeral Mass on August 6, 2025 at 10am. She will be interred at Cedar Creek Cemetery immediately following and then friends and family are invited to a reception at the church.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Dolores’s name to Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Washington, DC, to St. Mary Catholic Church in Montrose, Colorado, or to the American Heart Association.

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Cathie Ann Black EskewCathie Ann Black Eskew of Montrose, Colorado, went to be with the Lord shortly after sunrise on th...
07/28/2025

Cathie Ann Black Eskew

Cathie Ann Black Eskew of Montrose, Colorado, went to be with the Lord shortly after sunrise on the morning of Thursday, July 24, 2025. She was 82.

Cathie was born in Oakland, California, on September 17, 1942, to Catherine and Lane Black. She married Charles “Joe” Eskew, her husband of 62 years, on March 16, 1963, with whom she had three precious children, eight grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren.

Known for her endearing laugh and love of Jesus Christ, Cathie was a true woman-of-the-country, happiest when fishing, on long drives through the countryside, or socializing with and serving others. One of her favorite pastimes was reading the Word of God and witnessing to the grace and righteousness found in Christ.

Cathie is survived by her husband, Joe; her beloved sons, Lane and John Eskew; her loving daughter, Elizabeth Wisdom Rogers; seven of her precious grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. She has gone to join her late grandson, Tyler John Eskew; her younger brother, Philip Lane Black; as well as her late parents, among many other brothers and sisters in Christ, in Heaven.

A memorial service for Cathie will be held at Grace Community Church on Saturday, September 27, at 10 a.m. Donations in her name can be made to Grace Community Church.

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Marsha Sue Satterfield HelleMarsha Sue Satterfield Helle passed away June 11, 2025, in Montrose Colorado.Marsha was born...
07/25/2025

Marsha Sue Satterfield Helle

Marsha Sue Satterfield Helle passed away June 11, 2025, in Montrose Colorado.

Marsha was born November 28, 1948, to Albert and Rosemary Satterfield. She grew up in Muncie, Indiana and then moved to Florida, where she graduated from Dixie Hollins High School in 1966. In December 1970 she met and fell in love with Mitchel Helle, and the two married August 7, 1971. They had two children Mitch (1973) and Jennifer (1977). They moved to Colorado in 1979 where they raised their children. The family moved to Louisiana and then back to Colorado over a span of 25 years. After losing her husband after 30 years of marriage, she retired and settled in Montrose, Colorado. She loved doing all sorts of crafts, Sci-fi and listening to stories about the Amish.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, granddaughter Peighton and younger brother Larry. She is survived by Son Mitchel (Tami) Helle II, Jennifer (Kim) Helle Simonsen, eight Grandchildren (Brett, Raynee, Zachary, Jonathan, Cassondra, Donovan, Sophia, and Jagger), and seven great Grandchildren. All whom she loved very much.

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Danny Gray "DG"Danny Gray, “DG” to those who knew him, was born December 19, 1949, in Ada, Oklahoma to Jack & Wyleta Gra...
07/25/2025

Danny Gray "DG"

Danny Gray, “DG” to those who knew him, was born December 19, 1949, in Ada, Oklahoma to Jack & Wyleta Gray. DG galloped into glory on July 22, 2025, at home with MJ, Pearl and Tuf by his side.

DG and horses were synonymous. From a very young age, when his grandpa Gray brought home his first pony in the backseat of a 1950 Chevy, he was hooked. Horses were his passion, joy and true love. He finally met his match with Casper, his outstanding rope horse, who had the heart, talent and attitude, and I do mean attitude, to match his own. DG was an obsessed team roper, horse tack collector, cowboy, hunter, fisherman, and loyal friend.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jack Gray of Phoenix AZ, his beautiful daughter Alexa Stegmann of Phoenix AZ and Daisy, his small but formidable and, as my sister Susan liked to refer to her as “The Jaws of Death”, Jack Russell.

DG is survived by:

His mother is Wyleta Gray of Phoenix, AZ, brother Mike Gray of Tucson, AZ, and his son Joshua (Nikki) Gray of Littleton, Colorado, and Anne Smith of Haltom City, TX.

Brother Stanley (Connie) Gray along with their children, Carle (Henry) Sargent, along with their fishermen Grayson, Wesley and the lovely Lilly. Jake (Sydney) Gray along with their children, the lovely Charlotte and the newest fisherman, Bennett “HC” Gray of Phoenix, AZ.

Wife MJ, her son Paul (Ahnie) Miller, along with their children Elliott and Hayden of Minot ND.

Sister-in-law Sherry Floding of Boardman, Ohio.

Sister-in-law Susan Whiteley and the Wasilla Alaska tribe, Sarah, Scott, London, Jesse Pete, Lucas, Mason & Kat.

Brother-in-law is Michael (Sharon) Eddy of Sharpsville, Pennsylvania.

Heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Pastor Jim Greenfield, his wife Judi, and their entire family.

Scotty & Nancy Kenton for their love and enduring friendship.

Jack & Michelle Palumbo for the never-ending laundry list of things.

No public service is planned.

PARDS

A pard should complement like a color just right

Fits like your favorite old sock, not too itchy or tight.

A true pard will back you, even when you’re plum wrong

And finish the trail no matter how rough or how long.

A pard makes you laugh, cry, p**s & moan

A lot more interesting than bein alone.

A pard shares your dreams, your coffee, your beans

Pert near everything, or so it would seem.

Helps with directions whether needed or not

Tries not to laugh when you’re hopelessly lost.

Pards don’t criticize, lie, or place blame

Always offer a slicker if it looks like rain.

A helping hand when you need one or a well-placed shove

All in the name of true pard love.

Pards find a way to end each day with a smile

Even if it means going that extra looong mile.

A true pard is a treasure bestowed on just a few

Cherish your pard, be loyal and true.

After all, your pard has to put up with you.

MJ

For DG

Written a looong while back

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John G. BradshawJohn G. Bradshaw passed away at the young age of 35. A loving husband, father, and friend, he is survive...
07/24/2025

John G. Bradshaw

John G. Bradshaw passed away at the young age of 35. A loving husband, father, and friend, he is survived by his wife, Brenna, sons, Hayden (17), Braydyn (12), and Brody (10). He overcame great loss at an early age as they will have to do. When he needed someone to step up his Mimi, Kim Caines, guided and protected him until he found his forever family.

Born on May 27, 1990, John was an ornery and adventurous child. He was loving and worried about others, especially when he felt that they were being wronged.

John served as a sergeant in the US Army for, as he put it, 11.9 years. With 2 deployments under his belt, he overcame life threatening circumstances during deployments, which also included assisting special forces, personal security, and intelligence operations. His peers looked up to him as a leader and a friend throughout his time served in the military.

He married his best friend and the love of his life, Brenna, on November 25, 2023 in Montrose, Colorado, surrounded by friends, family, and their children in a ceremony that celebrated the life the two had made over the years they had been together.

Throughout his life, John was an avid outdoorsman. He took his family camping and fishing as much as he possibly could. He spent time teaching his children to shoot and enjoyed the little things as simple as watching movies and having game nights with his family. He would do anything to protect his family and especially his children. John loved to coach and teach his three boys in all manners of life.

John had an innate ability with animals. They gravitated towards him and he always treated them as they were additional children. Even though he refused to let his wife get a goat or a mini highland cow.

John was loved by so many in his community and created an impact in his family and friends’ lives. He was so loved and valued. His family has gained an angel. They gained a heavenly soldier. For ever and always John Glen Bradshaw you are loved and cherished.

Services for John Bradshaw will be held at Grace Community Church in Montrose, Colorado on July 30, 2025 at 5 p.m. with a reception held after the military honors.

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Kenneth Dean Fleming‘Kenny’, a devoted and loving father, passed away peacefully June 24th in Lubbock Texas, surrounded ...
07/23/2025

Kenneth Dean Fleming

‘Kenny’, a devoted and loving father, passed away peacefully June 24th in Lubbock Texas, surrounded by those he loved and cherished the most. Born September 25th in Loma Linda California to John and Helen Fleming, he grew up in the iconic Butterfield Stagecoach stop in ‘Reche Canyon’ Colton California that his father converted into a home. Later, he and his parents briefly lived in Arizona before returning to their home in Reche Canyon where he was a member of the FFA and raised animals. Graduating from Colton High School, Kenneth then attended Crafton Hills College and San Bernardino Valley College and later became a Journeyman Electrician with the IBEW. He married his sweetheart, Cynthia Bell, and later divorced. He never remarried. They lived in Reche Canyon to raise their children, then he moved to southwest Colorado for a brief period. He then lived in Bloomington CA for many years and later retired and moved to Lubbock to be closer to his children and grandchildren. He was well liked by all that knew him and leaves behind a legacy of love and selflessness that will be remembered by those who were blessed enough to know him. Or as his brother-in-law, Daniel said, “He is the last of the good guys.”

Kenneth leaves behind his beautiful children Joseph Fleming (Sarah), Justin Fleming (Brittany), Joshua Fleming (Kelsey), Amanda Fleming, brothers Joseph Fleming (Rose Marie) and John Fleming (Jacqueline), mother-in-law Joyce Wildenauer, brothers-in-law Stephen Bell (Tiffany) and Daniel Bell, sister-in-law Holli Boyer-Wengle (John), 13 grandchildren, and numerous nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, John ‘Jack’ William Fleming and Helen Louise Plummer Fleming, his daughter April Justine Fleming, half-brothers Charles Fleming, Robert Fleming, Jack Fleming, James Fleming, Richard Fleming, and half-sister, Virginia Fleming-Hammond.

Memorial will be held June 28, 2025, 11:00am at Quincy Park in Lubbock TX, and officiated by Kenneth’s brother, John Fleming. He will be laid to rest by Crippin’s Funeral Home at the Grand View Cemetery in Montrose Colorado next to his daughter April Fleming.

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Johnny Jarvis HarrisJohnny Jarvis Harris (June 30, 1938) passed peacefully in his sleep on July 14th, 2025.He was born i...
07/21/2025

Johnny Jarvis Harris

Johnny Jarvis Harris (June 30, 1938) passed peacefully in his sleep on July 14th, 2025.

He was born in Montrose, Colorado to parents Lloyd (Hungry) Harris and Dorthy Jarvis with an older brother Gene. He lived across the western United States including one of his favorite places, Alaska. He was an avid sportsman, often accompanied by his gundog, Babe, and in his later years an incredibly talented leather craftsman. John loved the history of Montrose as well as anywhere he lived, able to rattle off pieces of information at the drop of a hat.

He is survived by his nephew Todd Harris, his great niece Cassandra Harris, with stepdaughters across the United States including Debroah Brown who held a special place in his heart. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, brother and nephew John. The family will hold a memorial at a later date, in lieu of flowers it is asked that a donation be made in John’s name to the Ute Indian Museum of Montrose, Colorado.

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Stephanie Dawn AbbathStephanie Dawn Abbath passed peacefully away July 14th, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving ...
07/16/2025

Stephanie Dawn Abbath

Stephanie Dawn Abbath passed peacefully away July 14th, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer.

Stephanie was born in Ventura California to Jerry Branch and Yvonne Willis on August 8th, 1964.

Shortly after her birth her family moved to Montrose Colorado where she would be raised by her grandmother Mae Veo or “Nana”. They spent the majority of their time at the family ranch located above Cimmeron, Colorado. There they hosted hunters from around the country, had family parties and just enjoying the simple life. It was there that Stephanie met her future husband and love of her life Bill Abbath when she locked him inside of the ranch’s outhouse. At the ranch, she spent many of her days fishing and swimming in the ponds.

Stephanie and Bill were married November 14th, 1980, in Montrose Colorado. In 1981 they welcomed their first child, Billy. Then in 1983 they welcomed their daughter Sarah to the family. Together they raised their two children in Montrose.

Stephanie was a devoted and fabulous wife and mother. She spent her days caring for her garden, house and kids. She took tremendous pride in making her yard and home look absolutely beautiful.

Stephanie had many jobs over the years ranging from driving trucks for Dick Whitney, flagging for road construction, to working as a realtor at a local real estate company. Stephanie was also a very accomplished artist but her favorite job by far was always being a mother.

Later in life, Stephanie enjoyed spending time with and helping raise her grandchildren of which she had 6. When at Grandma’s they could be found in the kitchen learning how to cook, can and bake. They also spent a lot of time toiling in the garden as to bring in a bountiful harvest each year.

Stephanie and Bill built a family farm just south of town with their daughter Sarah and her Husband Bryan. Together they raised their own chickens for eggs, pork, beef and hay. Stephanie even had her chickens trained to come when she called. She enjoyed sitting on her back porch with a glass of tea just looking at the San Juans and basking in the life they had built together.

Stephanie is survived by her loving husband Bill Abbath of Montrose; her son Billy Abbath, wife Misty and their two daughters Katelehn Abbath and Rosilyn Abbath, of Grand Junction; her daughter Sarah Kinser, husband Bryan and their sons Kadin Abbath and Mason Kinser, and daughters Makenna Kinser and Riley Kinser, of Montrose.

Stephanie was preceded in death by her beloved grandmother Mae “Nana” Veo and her father Jerry Branch.

There will be a graveside service at Grand View Cemetery in Montrose on July 19th, 2025, at 10:00am.

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Crippin Funeral Home is proud to be a family owned and operated funeral home serving the Montrose area and western slope since 1988. Over the past 20 years we have grown by providing caring, personalized and above all professional service to all of our families. In 1995 we purchased Grand View Cemetery, located west of Montrose. Grand View Cemetery offers a unique resting place, a veteran’s section, scattering garden, gazebo and our latest addition Serenity Cremation Gardens . We have an onsite crematory as well as a newly designed chapel and casket display room. We are honored to serve and make available all of our facilities and services to all the family’s that place their confidence in us. Please feel free to call at any hour to speak directly to one of our members. We believe we have a unique responsibility to honor our Veterans and Military Community. We will help you handle every detail; from military benefits to legal requirements. Our History In 1957, In Jerome Idaho, Harry Crippin and wife Marion opened their hearts and doors to help families cope with the loss of loved ones. Harry and Marion soon built a family tradition of trust by providing sincerity, understanding and graceful professionalism to all the families they served. In 1987 sons Greg, Kirk and Kelly Crippin joined their father to carry on “A Family Tradition of Trust” when they purchased the Monahan Mansion located in Montrose, Colorado on East Main Street. Since then Greg, Kelly and wives Julia and Carla Crippin have continued to compassionately lighten the burden that one has when planning for and coping with the loss of a loved one.