April Dawn Mason

April Dawn Mason

April 29, 1972 – October 16, 2020

April was born in Montrose on April 29, 1972. She attended and graduated from Olathe School District. She spent her entire life in the Montrose Area. After a hard-fought battle with cancer she went home to the LORD on Friday, October 16, 2020.

April was well known in the community and outlying areas because of her lifelong dedication to her family’s businesses (Star Drive-in Theatre and DeVries Produce Stand). She never met a stranger and always wore a smile. She loved people.

April is survived by her son Christopher (Kailey), a granddaughter Paisley Mason, her parents Richard & Pamela (DeVries) Friend, her brother Randy (Shawnita) Friend, nephew Jack & niece Mary. Also, her companion and soulmate Anthony Mitchell as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. She will be missed by many.

April is preceded in death by her father Leon Mason, Grandparents George & Elizabeth DeVries & Grandmother Letha Starky.

The family wishes to Thank all the doctors, nurses, & caregivers from Montrose and Grand Junction who were there for April through her battle.

A visitation for April is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2020 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Crippin Funeral Home Chapel. A Graveside service will be held Thursday, October 22, 2020 at 1:00 PM at the Olathe Cemetery. Crippin Funeral Home of Montrose is assisting the family with the services.