In Loving Memory Of...
Charles “Tom” Kaufman, 65, of Findlay passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, December 2, 2011. Tom was born on September 7, 1946 to Gerald and Naomi Jane (Baldwin) Kaufman. Tom served his country in the United States Navy. After returning home from the Navy, Tom returned to work for Allied- Signal in Fostoria until his retirement in 1996. Upon retiring from Allied, Tom went on to work in the maintenance department for Findlay City Schools. Tom enjoyed riding his Harley, fishing with his grandson, and traveling.
Tom is survived by his wife of 45 years, whom he married on April 22, 1966, Sharon (Johnston) Kaufman; children, Gregory (Mary) Tracy, and Mark (Jessica) Kaufman; grandchildren, Sonja, Olivia, and Thomas Kaufman; sister, Susan Bowers; and a brother, Frank (Valerie) Kaufman. Tom was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may visit on Monday from 1-4 and 5:30 -7:30 p.m. at the HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd, Findlay (419-422-1500). Funeral services will follow at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home, led by Alex Kaufman. At the families request, Please NO FLOWERS. A private military service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions in Tom’s name may be made to the research and cure for Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Tracy,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Very sorry for your loss.Worked with charlie and we would share old sea storys.He made me laugh and made my day more tolerable.My prayers are with you.
We are so very sorry for your family’s loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
worked with Tom at F.C.S. sorry to hear this. your in my prayers.
To the best Big Brother you could ever had, See you soon.
Little Brother
are prayers are with you in your time of loss.tom will be greatly misssed.
Mark, Jessica, Olivia and Thomas~
So sorry for your loss prayers are with you all..
OO and Thomas know that UmPaw will always be with you in everything you do.
We Love You
Very Sorry for your lose, I worked with Charlie and he was a hell of a person, He loved to tease and have a good time ,He was good at what ever he did. I was glad to call him a friend.
Will miss you C.M.F.
Goodbye my friend. We will miss you at cu . R.I.p . See you on the other side
To the entire family:
We are very sorry for your family’s loss. I went to Ohio State University with Tom’s son, Mark, in 1995. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sharon – So sorry for your loss. You and Tom were a wonderful couple and he’ll be greatly missed. Praying for you and your family during this diffult time.
God Bless
Sharon – So sorry for your loss. You and Tom were a wonderful couple and he’ll be greatly missed. Praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
God Bless
Dear Sharon,
I am so sorry for you and your family’s loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
We are sorry to hear about your loss. We are thinking about you during your sad times.
Love, Katie, Dylan, Nancy and Gregg
We are very sorry for your loss,we will be thinking about you
We send our prayers to his family & friends. Tom always brought a smile to our faces whenever we were together. RIP my friend!!
Tom was my sister’s father in law…he would always make people laugh and told you what was on his mind no matter what it was!
Jessica, Mark, Olivia and Thomas- We love you and are here for you during this difficult time, praying that you find peace and comfort knowing that Umpaw will be watching over you EVERYDAY!
Love all of you and praying for all of you!
Alicia, Brian, Shelby, Trinity and Wyatt
We’re very sorry for your loss. I’m Tom’s long lost cousin in Montana. I hope you will find comfort remembering all the good times and laughter you shared. God bless you.
Karen Campbell and family
Tracy – I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the promise found in Revelation 21:4 bring you hope and comfort at this difficult time.