Jennifer Jo Kamps Kumjian, 45

Jennifer Jo Kamps Kumjian, of Spokane, Wash., passed away Sept. 4, 2020. Born Aug. 18, 1975, Jennifer “Jenny-Baloo,” grew up in Post Falls, Idaho. The oldest of eight siblings, Jennifer was the consummate “big sister” who always put her family first and never failed to make her siblings dissolve into fits of laughter at her antics. Witty and mischievous, she had an amazing way of lighting up a room and would go to great lengths to make others smile and laugh.

Jennifer had endless amounts of enthusiasm and energy, which she put to good use on the Post Falls Middle School and High Schools’ cheerleading squads. After graduating in 1993, Jennifer spent a year in Denmark as a student, then later moved to California. Although she loved traveling, she eventually returned home to the Inland Northwest, settling in Spokane and continuing her career in retail. There, she married Jesse Kumjian in 2003 (later divorced), and in 2005 welcomed to the world her son and the light of her life, Isaac.

Jennifer was extremely artistic and enjoyed making pottery and jewelry. Camping and being in nature with family and friends was a source of joy, rest and relaxation. She was a thoughtful, loving and attentive daughter, sister and mother. Empathetic to the core, she never hesitated to provide loving support and a listening ear.

Jennifer was preceded in death by her mother, Belinda Pierce; sister, Jessica Roylance and her grandparents. She is survived by her son, Isaac Kumjian of Spokane; father and step-mother, Joe and Julie Kamps of Post Falls; step-father, Tracy Pierce of Spokane; brothers, Bryce McKeirnan (Kacie), Joe Kamps III (Lenna) and Jackson Kamps; sisters, Jillian Ott (Matt), Janessa Kamps and Julianna Kamps; and step-brothers, Brian Pierce and Jeffrey Pierce. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and other extended family.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Oct. 10, 2020, at the Post Falls Senior Center.