Kurt Lee Burns, of Jenison, died Thursday, July 9, 2020, at age 70 years. Kurt is survived by his spouse of 46 years, Diane Burns; children: Stacey (Nathan) and Steve (Christy); grandchildren: Charlie, Kenny, and Adara; siblings: Kay (Ted) Haan, Kristi Goethel, Bob Price, Roger & Sharon Wolfe, Jerry & Shelly Poelman, and many nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents: Harry Burns, Nell & Robert Price, and Jake & Pauline Poelman; and family: Oz and Doug Goethel, and Jan Price. A tireless worker and friend to all, Kurt is remembered by communities including Comstock Park Public Schools, where he taught for 37 years, Rogers High School, and the Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department. Due to health restrictions, a memorial gathering is being planned for a later date. Memories and condolences may be shared with Kurt’s family online at http://www.stroofuneralhome.com/  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Michigan.