SAINT PAUL, Minn. - s4story -- According to the family's campaign, Bonnie was 38 years old and a mother of four daughters: Alaynah, Aurora, Jemma and Grace. She was also a grandmother to her grandson, Atlas.

The fire occurred while Bonnie and two of her daughters, Aurora and Grace, were inside their home. Aurora was able to escape the property, while Bonnie initially exited the home before returning after realizing that Grace remained inside.

Firefighters later found Bonnie and Grace inside the residence. Bonnie was found unresponsive and received emergency medical treatment, while Grace survived and was hospitalized for injuries sustained in the fire.

The campaign information states that Bonnie sustained burns covering approximately 48 percent of her body and had been without oxygen for approximately 15 minutes. Despite efforts by first responders and medical professionals, she died from her injuries.

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Grace remains hospitalized as she continues her recovery. The family reports that she is expected to make a full recovery.

Following Bonnie's death and Grace's hospitalization, the family is facing medical, recovery and household expenses. The fundraising campaign has been created to help provide financial assistance for Grace's ongoing medical and recovery needs, immediate living expenses and other unexpected costs associated with the family's circumstances.

The campaign has a fundraising goal of $170,000. According to the campaign information, donations are being raised in support of Bonnie's children and family as they adjust to the loss of a mother and grandmother while continuing to support Grace through her recovery.

The fundraiser was organized by Jessica Buol for Daniel Pierce. The campaign is based in St. Paul, Minnesota, and provides members of the community with an opportunity to learn about the family's circumstances and the intended purpose of the funds.

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The family's story has drawn support from donors and community members who have expressed their condolences and offered financial assistance following the fire.

The organizers are sharing information about the fundraiser so that people who wish to support the family can learn more about the campaign and its stated purpose.

About the Campaign

"In Memory of Bonnie Pierce — Support Her Children & Family" is a fundraising campaign established following Bonnie Pierce's death and her daughter Grace's hospitalization after a house fire. The campaign is intended to assist with Grace's recovery-related expenses, living costs and other unexpected expenses facing the family. https://www.gofundme.com/u/1359981a-e41b-4bcd-86f2-06c4ed77b6a