Obituary: Michelle Lyn Kunkle

Provided Photo
February 13, 1983 – May 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Michelle Lyn Kunkle on May 10th, 2025, at the age of 42. Michelle was a Deeply Loved mother, cherished grandmother, beloved sister, and a friend to many. Her warmth, love, and kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Michelle had a kind heart and a deep appreciation for the beauty of life. She loved a beautiful view and found peace in nature. Michelle especially loved the Fraser Valley for these reasons. She enjoyed snowmobiling and tubing on her winter visits. With Music in the Park as one of her favorite summer activities. Michelle’s legacy of love and compassion will live on through her family and friends, and she will be forever in our hearts.
Michelle is survived by her daughter Tinesha Brelyn (Tanner) Michael, her son Isaiah J Shellhammer, and her beautiful granddaughter Remi Grace. She is also survived by her siblings David (Allison) Kunkle, Tamerra (Donovan) Briggs, Ashley (Kelvin) Mason, Alesha (Brett) McConnville, Danielle Thompson, Britney Myers, Jeremy Myers and Jacob (Megan) Myers. Michelle is proceeded in death by her loving parents, Derrick Kunkle and Karen Myers.
A private ceremony will be held on June 12, 2025, in Granby CO. Michelle will then be placed to rest at the Fraser Cemetery. Donations and flower arrangements can be made for Michelle at The Stalk Market in Grand Lake CO 80447. 970-627-3336. thestalkmarket.com

Support Local Journalism

Support Local Journalism
The Sky-Hi News strives to deliver powerful stories that spark emotion and focus on the place we live.
Over the past year, contributions from readers like you helped to fund some of our most important reporting, including coverage of the East Troublesome Fire.
If you value local journalism, consider making a contribution to our newsroom in support of the work we do.