DAVID KAUFMAN

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DAVID KAUFMAN On August 1, 2010, David Kaufman, passed away in Winnipeg at the age of 83. He was a philanthropist, a business and community leader, but first and foremost he was a beloved husband to Nora Kaufman. Dave was married to Nora for almost 57 years, and she was the focal point and centre of his life. Dave was born in Winnipeg on February 6, 1927. He was the eldest son of Frank and Goldie Kaufman. In 1953 he embarked upon his married life with Nora, and they raised three children in Winnipeg: Allan Kaufman (Vicki), Marcia Cosman (Mitchell), and Joy Kaufman (Eric). All of Dave's children were present at his death, and have been loving and devoted children to their father. Dave is also survived by his two brothers, Dr. Reuben Kaufman of Winnipeg and Dr. Herschel (Bill) Kaufman of Tucson, Arizona. He is survived by six loving grandchildren, Zak and Rachel Cosman, Lindsay and Loren Cohen, Harris and Elliot Kaufman. Dave and Nora's philanthropic efforts in Winnipeg include the Kaufman Childcare Centre and the Kaufman Silverberg Library at the Asper Jewish Community Centre. Dave's active involvement in the Winnipeg Jewish Community spanned almost five decades. During that period of time, he was recognized as the Jewish National Fund Negev Dinner honoree in 1975. He also served as President of the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba from 1983 to 1986, after first having joined the Board of the Jewish Foundation as early as 1966. Dave was the first recipient of the Max Shore Memorial Award which recognizes an individual who has distinguished himself through longstanding leadership and dedication to the Combined Jewish Appeal. In business matters, Dave was President of a large garment manufacturer for many years, followed by years on the Board of Directors of the National Trust Company and Investors Group. He has served on the Board of the Red Feather Campaign, and served with distinction on the Winnipeg Foundation. He has also been honoured by the Canadian Council of Christians and Jews. Dave will live on in the hearts and minds of the numerous friends that he leaves behind - many of whom remained his close friends over a period of many decades. Memorial donations may be sent to the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, care of the Kaufman Silverberg Library fund at 477-7525. The family wishes to thank the staff of the St. Boniface General Hospital for their compassionate care during difficult circumstances.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 07, 2010