Garrick Anthony Quintana

Garrick Anthony Quintana was born on March 28, 1984, in Alamosa, Colorado, to Kathy Lopez (Manzanares). He spent his childhood in Monte Vista, Colorado, surrounded by a large and loving family that included his grandparents, aunts, uncles, and countless cousins.

From an early age, Garrick showed a strong creative spirit. He loved lowrider bikes and spent much of his free time painting and customizing them to show quality. He also had a lifelong passion for cars, especially late 1960s and early 1970s Impalas, and enjoyed building and collecting detailed models over the years. Music was another constant in his life—he appreciated nearly all genres, and there was rarely a moment without music playing in the background.

As a teenager, Garrick moved to Montrose, Colorado, with his mother and sister to be closer to his maternal grandmother. On February 14, 2003, he married Tiara Simons. Together they welcomed a daughter on October 24, 2004. Although Garrick and Tiara divorced in 2009, they remained amicable and devoted to raising their daughter.

Family was everything to Garrick. He was known for his big heart, his willingness to help anyone in need, and his ability to make others smile with his silly jokes. Over the years, he made many meaningful friendships, many of whom became family.

Garrick gained his wings on January 10, 2026, surrounded by love and family. He is survived by his mother, Kathy Lopez of Montrose, Colorado; his sister, Tania Manzanares of Montrose, Colorado; his daughter, Octavia Quintana of Montrose, Colorado; his grandmother, Mary Barba of Montrose, Colorado; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends who will forever cherish his memory.

“Family was his greatest treasure, and love was the legacy he left behind.”

A service honoring Garrick’s life will be held on February 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Crippen Funeral Home, 802 E Main St, Montrose, Colorado 81401. A luncheon will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the Montrose Elks Lodge, 801 S. Hillcrest Drive, Montrose, Colorado 81401.