Christina Joanne Walton, 64, of Wooster passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Cleveland Clinic.
She was born on October 4, 1959, in Wooster to Claire and Betty Smith Martin.
Christina retired from the Wayne County Public Library where she worked in the genealogy department and she worked part time at Jump and Shout. Christina was a volunteer at Wooster Hope Center, enjoyed being in nature, walking at Barnes Preserve and spending time with her granddaughters and attending their sporting events.
She is survived by her children Jessica (Thomas) Holmes of Smithville, Jennifer Lance of Orrville, James (Amber) Bakerlis of Orrville and Eric Walton of Wooster; three granddaughters; siblings Laurie Martin of Wooster and Victor (Pam) Martin of Kansas; niece Brenna Martin.
Christina was preceded in death by her parents.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St. Wooster is assisting the family.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Wooster Hope Center, 807 Spruce St. Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Christina. She was a great co-worker and had such a giving heart. We will truly miss her.
I am deeply sorry for your loss and she was a sweet lady and I had fun working with her at the hope center and we went to church together
Jessica – So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Thoughts and prayers for your family
Christina will be missed by many. She was one of the first people I met while volunteering at the Hope Center. She was compassionate in her service to others and fun to work beside. Prayers for her family.
She was a sweet lady I meet her at church
Larry and I will miss her smile and hugs.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Chris was such a sweet person. We were in the same (1978) class of Wooster, and I also had her children when I worked as the head of the school-age department at Perky’s World of Children. I really enjoyed them. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I’m sorry to hear the passing of her she was always a happy person and I know her children she is gone to be dearly missed
I loved working with Christina at the library. My dump view to all❤
So sorry for the loss of Christina. My condolences to her family. I spent lots of time with her walking at Barnes Preserve. ( Even in the rain) She loved seeing what was happening out there and gave her time and energy to helping others enjoy Barnes. I’m so glad to have crossed paths with her. She is missed greatly.
To all who knew Christina knows the loss we have suffered. She was genuine. She will forever be missed.
I am sorry for your loss. Christina was my dear friend, a loving and giving woman. She will be missed.
May God rest her soul. -Elaine
Jessica, Jennifer, James and Eric,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great lady and loved you all very much. Every time our paths crossed she would give me updates on each one of you and I could tell you all were her pride and joy. Each of you will always have a little bit of her in you and may you treasure the good times. Share what a special lady she was with your little ones!
Christina was such a steadfast and essential part of the Wayne County Public Library that I think the imprint she left behind after over 30 years of dedication will outlast the physical building she worked in. Certainly her spirit is still felt here.
But even more important and long-lasting is the love and joy she shared with us when talking about her family. The pride and love she had for every one of her children and grandchildren was undeniable, and I hope that everlasting love carries them through this difficult loss. My deepest condolences to her family.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences at such a difficult time for you. Your Mother spoke so lovingly of each of you, and was so proud of you. She was such a joy, as she supported you through your elementary years. In later years, I would hear about where life had led you. I hope that you might be a consolation to each other as you go forward as a family.
James, Jessica, Jennifer, and Eric
I’m am truly sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Ran into her many times at the library and she spoke highly of each of you. Such a fantastic lady. She and your family were such a great part of the Lincoln Way and Wooster communities.
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of your Mom and know that her whole family are in my thoughts and prayers. Chris was a friend of mine since high school and I just saw her a few months ago. It was quite a shock to see that she is gone.
Oh no! I left a voicemail a few days ago. She was a wonderful lady. We became friends at the library. She was incredibly helpful when I was researching for my first book. Rest in peace.
Christina was so helpful when my sister and I needed help with our family history. I worked with her for many years at the library and she will be missed by so many folks. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Sorry to hear about your mother. It was a pleasure to work and know your mother for a long time. I got to watch you all grow into young adults. Thinking and praying for comfort to James, Jessica, Jennifer and Eric as well to all the grandchildren. With deepest Sympathy.
Sending my deepest sympathy to Christina’s family! I met Christina at the genealogy department at the Wayne County Library in the 90s, she was always very very helpful! Again my deepest sympathy.