Christina Winterhalter

Christina Winterhalter, 81, of Butler passed gently with family by her side to her Heavenly Father’s presence on Sunday, April 25, 2021.

She was born on April 14, 1940, in Wilkinsburg. Her family relocated to the beautiful farmland of Butler County in the mid 1940s.

Christina was a devoted Christian, daughter and mother.

She was an employee of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission as a toll collector at the Butler Valley Interchange for 31 years, where countless patrons appreciated her outgoing personality, friendly disposition and most beautiful smile. Chris touched many a traveler’s path on a positive note!

A great conversationalist, she had a true appreciation of other’s views, insights and ideas. Christina enjoyed fine foods, music and friendship. She also enjoyed organic gardening of flowers and vegetables, and spending endless time with her hands in the soil.

Christina was a true naturalist. She cherished the environment and the sanctuary of her home, which she shared with her beloved mother for many years.

Christina was an advocate of conservation and the protection of wildlife. She found joy in the caring of pets and nature.

Christina leaves behind her two beloved children, Joseph Workman and Jana (Workman) Rogers, both of Butler.

She was the grandmother of Damon, Phoebe (Fisher) and Aliyah Rogers; the sister of Wilhelmina (Wayne) Dillner and family of Sewickley; and the aunt of Karina Simmons Luna of Washington State.

Christina was preceded in death by her parents, Wilhelm and Hilda Winterhalter; her sister, Maria Simmons Rhodes; and her granddaughter, Aubree R. Rogers.

WINTERHALTER — The funeral for Christina Winterhalter, who died Sunday, April 25, 2021, will be held privately.

Arrangements are under the direction of SPENCER D. GEIBEL FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, 140 New Castle Road, Butler.

Burial will be held in Mars Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Butler County Humane Society.

Please visit www.spencerdgeibel.com.