Alice (Krebs) Bean Obituary

Alice Diane (Krebs) Bean- November 11, 1938 - September 20, 2024 of Montrose, Colorado passed away at her home. 

Diane was born in Montrose Colorado on November 11, 1938. She graduated from Montrose County High School, Colorado Women’s College, and Colorado University School of Nursing. She lived most of her adult life in California. Nursing offered a variety of employment opportunities including public health, surgery, children’s asthma, in-service education and school nursing.

She met and married Dan Beardshear who was in the Marine Corps which allowed the opportunity to work in many locations. That marriage ended in divorce.

Diane met Doug Bean in Joshua Tree, California and they married on September 26, 1998. They enjoyed travels and adventures. They moved back to Montrose in 2006 and appreciated the many new friends they made.

Diane believed in the power of the 12-Step Program and was a 60-year member of Alanon. She was passionate about supporting those in recovery and was a friend, mentor and wise sponsor to many. Anyone who entered Diane’s realm felt seen, heard, and known. It was a gift in all her relationships.

Diane was a member of P.E.O. and enjoyed spending time with her friends in the organization.

Diane was calm, kind, caring, generous of heart and reliable. She honored confidentiality and offered guidance and wisdom when asked. She was a faithful friend and made a difference to many.

Diane loved to sing, especially the old favorites. She faithfully did her daily puzzles and usually had a jigsaw going, especially when Sandi visited. She began each day with daily readings, and a good mystery was always nearby. She loved nature, the majestic mountains, the peaceful deserts and the tranquil oceans. She liked to proudly brag that she climbed Mt. Sneffels with her brother, Stu. She found solace in Joshua Tree National Monument and spent much time there. She was a seeker and found upliftment and inspiration from speakers and healers of all modalities.

Diane felt blessed to be born into the Krebs’ family. She and her siblings all appreciate and reminisce about the values taught and modeled by their parents and the contribution that nurturing environment made to the rest of their lives.

Diane is survived by her siblings J. Stuart (Barbara) Krebs (Montrose); Sandi Key (Littleton, Colorado); and Garee Zellmer (Marquette Michigan); sisters-in-law, Barb Chesshir (Port Aransas, Texas) and Carol Bean (Cambria, California); brother-in-law David (Jean) Bean (NYC, New York); nieces and nephews; step-family; cousins, and many friends.

Diane was preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Bean; her parents, S. Stuart and Rose Krebs; niece, Cinda Newman; cousin, Hope (Henry) Henes; brother-in-law, Jerry Bean; and many special cousins.

Diane’s charities of choice are Shriners Hospitals for Children, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, and Hillsdale College. The family extends appreciation to Hope West, 725 S. 4th St. Montrose, CO 81401.

No services are planned. The family is holding an informal balloon launch Wednesday at 2:00 at Montage Creek Assisted Living.