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Christina Burton Obituary
Christina was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado on February 15, 1951 to the late Henry Martinez and Ruby Martinez (Fernandez).
Chris leaves behind, her partner Herman, her sisters and brother; Maryanne, Eva, Rosemary (Jeff), Peter (Debra), Jessica (Dennis) and Pauline, along with several nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her sisters Barbara, Beverly, brother Robert and brother-in-law Dana.
She was a bright light in everyone's life, and her absence will be deeply felt, and will cherish the memories.
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Rick Jones
January 21, 2025
Uncle Herman, your the last one standing in this photo. God bless you.
Rick Jones
January 21, 2025
"Be filled with the Spirit" (Ephesians 5:18) was not an invitation to only preachers and elders as a special class in the kingdom. That encouragement was an offer to every member of the Lord's church. "Live by the Spirit" (Galatians 5:16) was Paul's call to all believers of every age.
Aunt Chris lived her life filled with God's Holy Spirit and demonstrated this by her daily prayers and devoted daily readings of God's word. For years she would send me daily devotional readings via text and that was mostly how we communicated. She would ask me to pray for friends and family members in need of God's intercession mostly for poor health conditions that came up. I was always to eager to respond to her request with great ferver.
Aunt Chris was passionate about politics in both local and federal levels. She became an activist which showed her passion to try to make right the wrongs she felt were being done. She wanted a better world for all.
She loved animals and her pets names were usually names from the bible. She took care of Uncle Herman with great persistence and devotion. She made sure to support Herman 100% in everything he needed and desired. She accepted her lot in life knowing there was a better life in the future inside the kingdom of God.
Aunt Chris would help anyone she could in anyway she was able to. She and Herman aided me during the lowest time in my life after my divorce and they helped me to pick up the broken pieces and move forward. She knew when she needed spiritual strength she could always turn to her sister Rose and Jeff and they didnt fail her. Thank you for all the prayers for me you all gave. They worked!
Goodbye my dear Aunt Chris. I will never forget your laughter that bursted out so contagiously. There are a lifetime of memories I have of you and I know this is not goodbye forever. Its just so long for now, til we see each other again in the kingdom of God.
Jessica Eccles
January 19, 2025
My beautiful sister is now dancing in the stars. Christina helped everyone whenever she could. I called for her assistance when I closed tour Yoga Center. She helped with the sales of the Spanish speaking people. Nicole and I were totally lost in that category. She was a delight and shining light. She was often under valued, her talents were not always recognized. But she had a voice of an Angel, was a excellent seamstress, she was a crafted artist (she illustrated my book Kissed by a Bubble), and above all she was a voice of Gods word. Fly free my divine sister and now you are loved. Herman has a family in us. He provided the best home he could for you and loved you dearly. He will watch over your babies- now you have trust and know the answers to all questions. Soar!
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Jessica Farmer
January 18, 2025
Aunt Chris I will miss you so much! You were a bright light in our family. I know you are at peace with granny and my dad. Thank you for always praying for my family. I love you my sweet auntie. Jessica.
JOHN JONES
January 18, 2025
Aunti Chris, I will never forget the times you told all of us cousins about " Herman the worm" story. You made us all laugh with the funny faces you made while telling the story.. You will be missed but never forgotten! I personally will miss you! You were a very good person. I love you Aunti Chris.
Jamie
January 18, 2025
She was truly a one of a kind amazing women! Without her I would not have meet Justin my amazing husband. She raved about how he was such an incredible young man and I had to meet him!! I had just moved to Colorado my junior year of high school and knew no one. I decided I would meet him and well 23 years of marriage , 3 boys and a granddaughter on the way later I´m extremely grateful for her! She would always get so excited knowing she was the one that got us together. She will be missed!!
Heidi O'Keefe
January 18, 2025
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Kevin O´Keefe
January 18, 2025
My precious Auntie Chris I am so torn at my heart. You have always been there in times of Great Joy and Deep sadness. I love you more than words can ever express. You will live in my heart and precious memories forever. May our Lord Jesus Christ give you rest and peace and be filled with wonderful happiness with our beloved loved ones in Heaven. My heart is broken I love you Auntie I will see you when the Lord calls me home. Uncle Herman may God comfort you and the Holy Spirit help us all as we grieve this difficult time in our lives. Thank You Auntie for helping me continue in my study of the Bible and all your morning prayers and scriptures to help me through the day. I miss them
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