Diane S. Kaufman

Diane S. Kaufman

Diane Kaufman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shalom Memorial Chapel - Cranston on Oct. 28, 2025.
Kaufman, Diane S., 72, died Thursday, June 26, 2025 at Kent Hospital. Born in Norfolk, VA, a daughter of the late Samuel and Mildred (Eisenberg) Silver, she had lived in Warwick for over 20 years, previously living in Cranston. She was a medical transcriptionist for Kent Hospital for over 20 years, retiring 10 years ago. In her retirement, she enjoyed ballroom dancing, vacationing back home in Virginia Beach, and spending time with friends and family.

Devoted mother of Michael Kaufman and his wife, Jaime of Clarksville, TN and Meredith Barr and her husband, David Barr Jr., of West Warwick. Dear sister of the late Judith Ray. Loving grandmother of Kennedy and Samantha.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday at 12:00 noon in Mikro Kodesh Cemetery, 2295 Berkley Ave., Chesapeake, VA. Shiva will be observed at 11 Auburn St., West Warwick on Sunday, July 6, from 4-7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
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