Carlien Kay Chesbro age 61 of Pierson died Monday, May 6, 2024 at Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. She was born on June 24, 1962 in Grand Rapids the daughter of Bernard and Bernice (VanderWal) Brinks. Carlien enjoyed reading, shopper magazine, walking and always preferred living in quiet, rural areas away from the noisy city. She loved bird watching and tending to her bird feeders. Surviving are her husband of 40 years, Patrick; parents, Bernard and Bernice Brinks; children, Bernice (Alan) Ritter, Patrick Chesbro II; grandchildren, Nickolie and Alister Ritter; siblings, Dorothy (Carl) Rhinehout, Darwin (Pam) Brinks; twin brother, Carlton (Rhonda) Brinks; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by daughter, Bobbie Sue Chesbro. The family will greet friends Saturday, May 11 from 10:00 am until time of service at 11:00 am at the K.E. Funeral Home, Cedar Springs. Pastor Rick Miller of Red Pine Bible Church officiating.