Kenneth Earl Sanburg

Kenneth Earl Sanburg was born in Montrose, Co. on August 24th, 1938 to Clarence

Boyd and Grace Lenore (Lund) Sanburg. He passed away peacefully in his home on August 27th, 2025, at the age of 87.

Kenneth grew up on Bostwick Park here in Montrose. Spending his time riding

motorcycles, horses, and helping on the family ranch. When he was 15 years old, he contracted polio which left him with noticeable disabilities. Those who knew him know he never let this hold him back or define who he was. He had an enduring, strong and caring nature that inspired many people.

On January 26th, 1968, he married the love of his life Susan Ann DeVinny. Together

they had three children Kenneth C.L. Sanburg, Millissa Dawn Miller (Sanburg), and Kevin Howard Sanburg. They raised their children ranching on the family homestead. Creating a wonderful life on Bostwick Park. After many years of ranching, they moved to Peagreen in Olathe to retire.

Kenneth had eight grandchildren Colby Goddard, Jacob Goddard (Rainy Hudson), Cody Sanburg, Kyle Sanburg, Sharon Chadwick, Chloey Chadwick, Rhoan Chadwick, and Tommy Chadwick. He also had an amazing daughter in law and son in law, Shellie Sanburg and Jon Miller. Kenneth was proceeded in death by his wife Susan, son Kevin and daughter in law Kim.

Pallbearers: Colby and Jacob Goddard, Cody and Kyle Sanburg, Tommy Chadwick,

and Jon Miller. Honorary pallbearers: John and Randy Hawks and Norman Prettyman.

The Family will receive their relatives and friends at Crippin Funeral Home, 802 E. Main Street, Montrose Colorado on Friday, September 19th from 5pm to 7pm. A Funeral Service for Mr. Sanburg will be on Saturday, September 20th at 10am at Grace Community Church, Montrose, Colorado followed by an Interment at Grand View Cemetery, Montrose, Colorado.