Kristina Marie Whatley

Kristina “Tina” Marie Whatley, 54, of Estes Park, CO, passed away on October 10, 2023 at her home. She was born in Pomona, CA to Henry Russell and Patricia Lynn “Rogers” Whatley on July 25, 1969. With three brothers and 1 sister, Tina being the oldest, always had to be the grown up. She was always looking out for her siblings as best she could. Tina has lived in Estes Park since the age of 8 years old.

Tina earned her GED and attended Front Range College. She always worked, holding many local jobs from in town to the YMCA of the Rockies, where she spent nearly 20 years. Tina married Daniel Rodfong, and they later divorced. She was a tough-loving mother; stern when she needed to be, and, also quite compassionate and loving and caring, always helping those less fortunate. Tina was a CHEVY girl: LIKE A ROCK! She was always referred to as a tough, reliable and dependable person, although she had a soft side, but didn’t show it much!

She loved her trucks, and worked constantly to raise and help support her kids. At the end of the day, they were the main priority in her life. Although Tina wasn’t the most pious person, she believed in the Lord and would pray for help and forgiveness as she made some mistakes in life growing up that she felt very remorseful about; she undoubtably prayed!

We could not have asked for a better mother, wife, sister and growing up in this beautiful town like our parents, and mom especially. She loved Estes Park!

Tina is survived by her children Riley and Luke Rodfong, the children’s father, Daniel Rodfong, her siblings Travis Whatley, Patrick Benson, Chad Benson and Michelle Benson. She was predeceased by her parents, Henry and Patricia Whatley.

To all our extended families and friend in and around the world and in this place, we cherish the memories and love and mutual respect we have for one another; we are blessed to have grown up and live in Estes Park.

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