Philip Kaufman, 81 years of age, of West Hartford died Tuesday, December 24, 2013. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Max and Fanny (Insler) Kaufman. Phil was a teacher in the New York City public school system. He was predeceased by his sister Dorothy Eichinger and brother Sol Kaufman. Phil leaves behind his beloved family Lois & Jim Meltzer, Patti Boxer, Ronnie & Tony Tranchida, Mark Kaufman, and Lawrence Kaufman. Great nieces and nephews Lauren, Jackie, Jason, Oona, and Kim. Funeral services and interment will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford.