Jacobs, Cheryl L., 60 of Springfield, passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021. She was born in Springfield on October 25, 1960 the daughter of Roy Riley and Delores (Taylor) Richards. She had worked for International Harvester and the Drackett Company. Survivors include her sister and brother-in-law, Theresa (Chris) McAtee; ex-husband, Gary Jacobs; step-father, Glen Richards; step-mother, Marilyn Riley and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Jesse Michael Phares. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday in St. Bernard Church. The family will receive friends 30 minutes prior in church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Bernard Church. Arrangements by CONROY FUNERAL HOME.