Christina Michelle Pulver, 53, passed away peacefully, January 30, 2026. She was surrounded by love and leaves a legacy of faith, joy, and deep devotion to family. A radiant presence in every life she touched, Christina will be remembered for her warmth, strength, and the light she brought into every room.
Christina was born on July 31, 1972 to Tim and Sharon Grady, and from the very beginning, Christina lived with an open heart and a joyful spirit that defined her life. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing from California State University, Chico, where she also played collegiate volleyball – a sport that would remain an important part of her life for many years. Christina brought the same passion and commitment she showed on the court into everything she did.
In 1995, Christina attended the Medjugorje Peace Conference in Irvine, California, where she met Bill and Phyllis Pulver. At the end of the weekend, Bill showed her a family portrait of their fifteen children and confidently told her, “You’re going to marry my son, Peter.” Christina gave him her phone number, which he passed along – and soon after, Peter called. Ten months later, they were engaged, and on June 21, 1997, Christina and Peter were married, beginning a beautiful life together grounded in love, faith, and partnership.
Christina and Peter were blessed with three incredible children: Elizabeth, Madelyn, and William. Being a mother was Christina’s greatest joy and calling. After a brief career in sales, she devoted herself fully to raising her children, a decision she considered one of the greatest gifts of her life.
As her children grew, Christina returned to work in ways that reflected her passions and talents. She served as a coach and Director of Operations for a Southern California volleyball club, mentoring young athletes with care and enthusiasm, before later transitioning into medical device sales, where she again found success through her intelligence, dedication, and genuine care for others.
Christina was passionate in all that she did, but what set her apart was how she made people feel. She had a rare gift for making everyone feel seen, valued, and special. Many friends described her simply as their “sunshine.” Her joy was contagious, her kindness effortless, and her love unwavering.
Christina is survived by her devoted husband, Peter; her beloved children, Elizabeth Pulver-Trybulski (Jake Trybulski), Madelyn Weatherhead (Josh Weatherhead), and William Pulver; her parents; her twin sister, Theresa Wilson (Clyde Wilson) and their family; Peter’s fourteen siblings and their spouses; and many Pulver, Grady, and Reid aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
She gave her all to being an extraordinary wife, mother, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, cousin, friend, and co-worker.
Though her physical presence is no longer with us, Christina’s love remains – woven into the lives she shaped, the faith she shared, and the countless hearts she touched. Her legacy is one of love freely given, joy fully lived, and faith deeply rooted.
A wake and rosary will be held on Friday, February 6th from 4-7pm at Pizzi Funeral Home, 120 Paris Avenue, in Northvale. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Victories Roman Catholic Church, 150 Harriot Ave, Harrington Park, on Saturday, February 7th , at 10 a.m.
If you would like to make a charitable contribution in Christina’s name, the family suggests The Glioblastoma Foundation. Donations can be made online at: Glioblastoma Foundation –
Christina Pulver