Crystal Cabras Carrancho of Mesa, Arizona, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at the age of 40, surrounded by family.
Crystal was born November 23, 1984 in Yuma, Arizona to Rebeca C. Carrancho and Chris R. Carrancho.
Crystal is survived by her mother Rebeca, brothers Christopher, Frankie, and Daniel, her nieces, Maya, Giordana, Emma, Victoria, Isabella, and Aaliyah, nephews, Logan, Oliver, and Eli, and her beloved Pug puppy Luna. Crystal was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, and cousin, and will be missed by all whose lives were touched by her presence.
Crystal’s passion for discovery led her on a journey in the field of anthropology, which she fulfilled with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from University of Arizona, graduating with honors in May 2007. She spent years doing field work throughout the State of Arizona while gaining experience. This would eventually lead her to a position as the Historic Preservation Planner II for the City of Phoenix. Her strong work ethic, dedication, and contributions will forever be remembered by her peers.
Crystal lovingly cherished her time with her nieces and nephews. She looked forward to being part of birthday celebrations and family gatherings, enjoying her time making memories while coloring, decorating cookies, building gingerbread houses, and playing games with her loved ones. Her nieces and nephews adored their Tia Crystal and will forever miss her warmheartedness and creativity.
In her spare time, Crystal enjoyed the serenity of gardening, cooking, baking, music, crocheting, and DIY home projects.
Crystal will be dearly missed by all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of love and compassion that will forever be in our hearts.
Services are being held at Mountain View Funeral Home and Cemetery located at 7900 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85007 on Saturday February 22, 2025 at 10am, in the Wall of Peace III Mausoleum, where she will be laid to rest immediately following the service.
I had the privilege of working with Crystal at the City of Phoenix for the last 5 years. She was an absolutely amazing person – super intelligent, hard working and dedicated, yet always extremely kind and compassionate. She leaves behind many colleagues and friends who will miss her greatly. Phoenix is a much better place because of her diligent efforts to save and oversee its historic properties.
We’re so sorry for the loss of such a special lady. We hope your precious memories will comfort you and the Lord will give you peace.
I had the privilege of working with Crystal at the City of Phoenix for the last 5 years. She was an absolutely amazing person – super intelligent, hard working and dedicated, yet always extremely kind and compassionate. She leaves behind many colleagues and friends who will miss her greatly. Phoenix is a much better place because of her diligent efforts to save and oversee its historic properties.
We’re so sorry for the loss of such a special lady. We hope your precious memories will comfort you and the Lord will give you peace.