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Hazel Kauffman Obituary
1912-2010
Well, it's time for me to say good-bye and time for me to go. I was ready to leave on the evening of Friday, October 1st. I was born in Peoria, Illinois. I was married to my wonderful husband, Albert E. Kauffman, who died in 1998. I've missed him every day since then. We had been married ad happy together for over 60 years. I moved to California and have lived in Santa Barbara and Lompoc. It was a good decision for me to come and be closer to my kids: Dr. Judy Kauffman and her husband Melvin Inglet, Dr. Gary Kauffman, and Lawrence Kauffman and his wife Julie. I loved Santa Barbara and all the people I met and all the beautiful flowers and trees. Thanks to my friend, Phillip, who arranged some wonderful trips for me. Thanks to Dr. Robert Byers and staff in Santa Barbara who were kind and protective of my care. My time in Lompoc started my visit to California and Lompoc has ended my visit. I want to thank Dr. Cecilia Ramos and all the nurses in the Lompoc Skilled and Rehab Center. You took care of me and helped my daughter keep me safe. Good-bye to my children and their spouses and all my grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Here I come Al- it's time for us to play golf!
There will be no visitation or service. I will go home and I will be home.
Best of love to my kids and for your life. Be careful, HK
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Judy Kauffman
October 18, 2010
I tried to do the very best for you, Mom. We had many adventures together and lots of fun. I know you were very lonely without Dad but we lived the time together as best as we could. I hope you were as happy as you could be. You will always be with Dad and me. I love you both.
Mary Kauffman-Smith
October 11, 2010
Judy, Larry, & Gary,
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Hazel's death. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your families. May you find peace knowing that your parents are together again. It is so hard to think of one without the other---they were so much fun and so inspiring. God Bless.
Steve Ryan
October 7, 2010
Larry, Sorry to hear of your Moms passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.
Louise Fry
October 7, 2010
Larry, Gary and Judy,
Wishing you peace and joyous memories. She lived a wonderful life. You all were blessed to be her children.
Henry Balfanz
October 7, 2010
I did not know your mother. Her personalized obituary caught my eye. So charming.She must have been a wonderful person! I have shared it with some friends. May I post it on Facebook?
Henry Balfanz [email protected]
Gary Kauffman
October 6, 2010
To have a mother and father that gave unconditonal love is more valuable than any earthly possesion. In my time of grief, that love carries me forward. They will be in my heart for eternity.
Dave Yuhause
October 6, 2010
Judy, Gary, and Larry,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I was always thankful to have crossed life paths with the fine lady that was your mother. She was an honest and genuine person. It was a pleasure to have known her.
Dave Yuhause
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Jackie Clark
October 6, 2010
Rest in peace, dear Hazel. You and Al had a life well lived and I was proud to be your friend for many years. Al is waiting for you and you will be together throughout Eternity. Enjoy your golf games - no more typewriters/computers or printing presses. I love you both.
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