2001 Chevy Astro engine died now wont start

If it cranks good but won't start, have a helper crank it, while you visually check for spark at the plugs. If that check out, use a gage and check fuel pressure. Some of the national brand autostores used to loan out a fuel pressure gage, if you don't have one.

To check for spark, pull a spark plug wire loose, use known good spark plug or spark tester in the boot. Ground metal part of tester to metal part of engine, engine cranking, watch for spark.