Stephanie Kay (Garbiso) Criss

Stephanie Kay Criss, 48, entered her heavenly home in her hometown of Colorado Springs after battling cancer for six years, followed by a short battle with COVID-19. She was a lifelong member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, attending K-8th grades there, graduated from Mitchell High School, then pursued a law enforcement career. She served with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office for nearly 24 years, retiring on her birthday just a few short weeks ago. She was a decorated Deputy attaining the rank of Sergeant. She embodied true grit, but also had equal amounts of compassion, charisma, and empathy. Her list of accomplishments and awards are prodigious, culminating with the Medal of Valor. She was preceded in death by her father, Dario Garbiso, her grandparents, nephew Hunter Garbiso, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is survived by her mother, Barbara Miskell, stepfather Ron Miskell; former husband, Johnny Criss, brothers Tim (Rochelle) Arvizo, Jeff (Breanne) Garbiso, Ron Jr. (Will) Miskell; stepsister Loretta Ayala; nephews Gavin, Lincoln, Logan Garbiso, and Hudson Arvizo; and her most wonderful legacy, daughter Shaylie (Jesse) Schroeder. Her memorial service will be held on October 6, 11 AM, Immanuel Lutheran Church, 846 E. Pikes Peak Ave. 80903. There will be a private burial following the service. Request memorial contributions be made in Stephanie’s name to Immanuel Lutheran Church. Her memory, love, infectious smile and silliness is forever in our hearts until we meet again.

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