Jim Patrick Carroll

Jim Patrick Carroll obituary, Montrose, CO

Jim Patrick Carroll

Jim Carroll Obituary

Visit the Crippin Funeral Home - Montrose website to view the full obituary.

Jim Carroll, 83, of Montrose Colorado, passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. 

Jim was an amazing man. He could design, build, and fabricate anything.

He loved teaching industrial arts for 27 years in Denver, and his students loved him.  Some students went on to successful careers in the construction trades.

Jim was a husband, a son, a brother, and a good friend to so many.

Jim passed away surrounded by his family at home and he will be sorely missed. 

The family wants to thank the wonderful professionals at HopeWest Hospice, who provided support and care to Jim.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Crippin Funeral Home - Montrose

802 Main Street, Montrose, CO 81401

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