February 18, 2014 Service: February 21, 2014 Born in Grand Rapids, September 11, 1950, Chris passed away peacefully on February 18, surrounded by family after a fierce battle with cancer. Her first husband Paul "Stoney" Burt and her father Joseph Pierce precede her in death. She is survived by her mother Sally Pierce, husband Patrick Van Haren, daughters Jennifer (Greg) Sova, Jessica (Jim) Carey, Katie Burt, stepsons Jon Burt, Keith (Mai) Van Haren, Brent (Stacey) Van Haren, Todd (fiancé Ali) Van Haren and step daughter Laura Van Haren, brother Mark(Gail) Pierce, sisters Cynthia (John) Jurgensen, Sarah Grondman and mother in law Donna Van Haren. The joy of grandchildren Maggie, Ethan, Andrew and Macy Sova and Addison Van Haren will sustain her on her next journey. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Chris graduated from East Grand Rapids High School and attended Ferris State University. She also enjoyed many years as a successful realtor. As a passionate volunteer, she served as a member of St. John's Guild, the Junior League of Grand Rapids, Gilda's Club, Immaculate Heart of Mary school and church committees, and Catholic Central. Chris embraced everyone she met as a friend, genuinely interested in them and their family. If there was a gathering, cause or friend in need, she was there, caring and sharing as a most gracious host. Sun goddess that she was, the beaches of Lake Michigan were a second home throughout her life. Visitation will be Thursday, February 20 from 2-4 and 6-9 PM in the Ofield Funeral Home, 4500 Kalamazoo Ave. SE. Mass will be celebrated Friday, February 21 at 3 PM, at St. Robert of Newminster, 6477 Ada Dr SE, Ada, with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Ele's Place, Gilda's Club or Faith Hospice.