Dena "Smiley" Marie Prescott

Dena “Smiley” Marie Prescott

June 26, 1965 ~ October 27, 2015

Dena Marie Prescott passed away on October 27, 2015 in her home in Montrose, Colorado, from a sudden heart attack, she was 50 years old. Dena was born on June 26, 1965 in Riverside County California, to Georgana (Smith) Theobold and Harold Prescott. Both preceded her in death. Dena went to school in Norco, California.

Dena married the love of her life, Ronald Distle and soon after, they had the joy of their lives, William “Billy” Distle was born.  They both survive and are residing in Montrose, Colorado. Dena has three sisters, Doris (John Fister) Loco of Olathe, Colorado; Susan Wolf of California; Kimberly Sutterfield of Arkansas; nephews Vincent Loco (Kacie, Kendal, Ganon) and John Loco all of Montrose, Colorado; niece Mariah Loco of Delta; and numerous other family in California.

In 2000 Dena and her family moved to Montrose with her mother and step-father Bill Theobold. Dena was a very devoted wife and mother. She worked at Valley Manor for over eight years until her death. Dena loved helping people, anyone at any time. Her laughter was contagious, and spread her charm and wisdom with everyone she met. True friendship was very special to her. Everyone that knew Dena, knows, without her silly stories, cheerful attitude and beautiful smile, our lives will never be the same. Dena will be dearly missed.

On October 27, 2015, Dena sprouted angel wings, caught a ride on a shooting star, got a drink in the Milky Way, stopped in and had a word with the man in the moon, then stood proud and tall when she met God. Dena’s heart was so pure she headed straight for heaven. Turning back to look one last time, shedding a tear for the ones she left behind. We can hear her say, “I will see you again, I’ll be waiting for you all. I got here first to greet you and prepare a place to help one and all.” Gone but not forgotten.

A celebration of Dena’s life will be held 11:00 a.m. on March 5, 2016 at the New Life Church, 15 West Main Street, Montrose, Colorado. In Lieu of flowers a fund has been set up under Dena Prescott’s name at the Wells Fargo Bank at 400 East Main Street, Montrose, Colorado 81401. Crippin Funeral Home & Crematory in Montrose are assisting the family.