January 11,1960 - June 2, 2020
Jaime received a call on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 that her work here was done. She was a beautiful woman inside and out who we feel led a blessed existence and for this we are grateful. After she lost Byron, the love of her life since high school, she decided to be joyful and have a full life instead of letting it pull her completely down. She proceeded to live life to the fullest and loved with her whole being.
During her time here with her family and friends, she traveled to wonderful places, enjoyed socializing, dancing, gardening, jewelry making, and reading to her heart’s content. Music, laughter, and love were guaranteed whenever you were in her presence. What brought her the most joy though were her grandchildren. She cherished her time with them and always looked forward to their visits.
You never left her house hungry or lacking conversation. Her home, that Byron and she built, was her most cherished possession. It was her sanctuary and she diligently worked to take care of it for all to enjoy. She treated anyone she met as family and welcomed them into her home and life with open arms. Her smile lit up the room and her laugh was contagious.
Jaime was born on January 11, 1960 in Springfield to Ralph George Kornfeld and Carol Joann Carrico who are no longer with us. She married her high school sweetheart Byron Francis on October 13, 1979 also in Springfield. Byron sadly left her on December 15, 2016.
Jaime left behind many family members she loved to continue her legacy here. She is survived by her two daughters: Rachael (Jason Spencer) Francis of Glenarm and Emily (Clayton Volle) Francis of Springfield, three grandchildren: Shelby and Owen Spencer and Isabella Schmidt and siblings: Jeff Kornfeld, Jill (Howie) Pillsbury, Jennifer Kornfeld, Chris (Kendra) Kornfeld and Josh Kornfeld. She also left behind many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Jaime’s career as an accountant and former tax supervisor at Sikich LLC and former manager at Clifford Gunderson kept her busy as she had a flare with numbers. Most of her adult life she spent being a fitness instructor, this passion led her to Aerobics by Jill. Later in life she joined the Springfield Ski and Travel Club which enabled her to travel abroad and meet so many wonderful people. She also had volunteered for the Route 66 Festival.
Those who wish to gather and celebrate Jaime are welcome to raise a glass and share a story with friends and family at Brookhills Golf Club patio on June 14 beginning at 3:00pm. Access to patio is available from either side of the club house. Restrooms will be available. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or to the American Cancer Society.
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