The family and friends of Verna Brassfield are sad to announce her passing on Saturday, February 21, 2026.

Verna's parents were Floyd and Viola Stoker of Grand Junction. Verna was born on October 6, 1928 in a farm house in Lincoln County, Nebraska. She had three older brothers, Roland, Dale, and Donald, and one younger sister, Lila.

Verna married Harold Rex Brassfield (deceased) on November 1, 1951 and had two children, Janet Share (Jeff) of Houston, TX, and Sherry Patillo of Montrose, CO. Verna has one grandchild, Mariah Belden (Bryant), one great grandchild, Alaina Mae Belden, and a number of nephews and nieces.

Verna is known for her craftmaking, kindness, hospitality and her charitable generosity. She will be greatly missed by many friends, especially in the Montrose area and in connection with the United Methodist Church of Montrose. Rest in peace, Ms. Verna. We love you.