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Wilbert

Kaufmann

Obituary

Wilbert Kaufmann, 93, of West Hartford, died Saturday, February 9, 2012, at Boca Raton Regional Hospital, in Florida. Born in Rosheim, France, he was the son of the late Max and Adele (Fisch) Kaufmann. Wilbert was a French army veteran of World War II, and spent five years in a German prisoner of war camp. He lived in France and Germany before coming to the U.S. in 1948. Both of his parents, as well as his sister, Irma Kaufmann, perished during the Holocaust. Until he retired, he owned the former Meadow Meat Company in Middletown, which he and his partner Manfred Marx established in the 1950’s. He was a life long member of Congregation Tikvoh Chadoshoh (now B’Nai Tikvoh-Shalom.) He was an avid and experienced bridge player, attaining master status. He leaves his wife Elaine (Silverstein) Kaufmann, sons Marc Kaufmann (Ellen), Steven Fruchtman (Joanne), and Frank Fruchtman (Janyce), as well as a daughter, Susanne Peterson (Carl), eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. He was pre-deceased by his first wife, Marlyse (Heymann) Kaufmann. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 13, in the Chapel of the Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, with Rabbi Marshal Press officiating. Interment will follow in Congregation Tikvoh Chadoshoh cemetery, Tower Avenue, Hartford. Following the burial, a gathering for friends and family will be held in the Community Room of the Somerset Condominiums, 1 King Philip Drive, West Hartford. Shiva will be observed on Thursday, February 14, at the Kaufmann residence at the same address. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation B’Nai Tikvoh-Shalom, 180 Still Rd., Bloomfield, CT 06002, or to the charity of one’s choice. To sign the guest book for Wilbert Kaufmann online, please visit www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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From: shirkey gerber

From ,

Posted On: February 16, 2013

wilbur was a sweet person who enjoyed bridge tremendously. I was always hapy to see him at the Hartford Bridge Club and will miss him

Shirley Gerber

From: Hartford Bridge Club

From West Hartford, ct.

Posted On: February 12, 2013

Hartford Bridge Club is saddened by the passing of our member, & friend Wilbert. He was a special person, always a gentleman, and will be greatly missed.

Our sincere sympathy to his family.

Donna Feir, manager

From: doris Stein Cohen

From Northampton, MA

Posted On: February 12, 2013

I don't believe a kinder, gentler, more gentlemanly man existed. My heart goes out to all of you for your loss. I'm sorry to be unable to attend the funeral or shiva, as I am doing grandchild care in Boston.

From: Elaine Bursack

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: February 12, 2013

Elaine and family...I am saddened with the news of your dear Wilbert. You are in my heart, I love you. Elaine Bursack

From: John & Suzanne Davis

From Greenfield, MA

Posted On: February 12, 2013

Marc,

Suzanne and I send our deepest sympathies regarding the passing of your father Wilbert. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

From: Lynn and Harold Nearman

From Melbourne, FL

Posted On: February 11, 2013

Dear Elaine nd Family,
Wilert was a gentlemen and scolar in every sense of the word. It was our pleasure to know and be with Wilbert for the time we had together.
Lynn and Harold Nearman

From: JoAnne Kerr

From West Hartford, Ct.

Posted On: February 13, 2013

I will miss the twinkle in Wilber'''s eyes when he did something unexpected at the bridge table, He was a real gentleman and I'll miss him.

From: Cathy Abrams

From CONWAY, MA

Posted On: February 14, 2013

May Willbert Kaufmann's memory be for a blessing on all he loved. May he tread with rightious feet into the Garden of Eden for that is the place of the upright.

From: Barbara Sloan

From Walingford, CT

Posted On: February 13, 2013

I will so miss Wilbert even though I have not seen him in some time. He was one of my early bridge partners, always patient and encouraging me. Only his inability to keep driving to Meriden and my inability to drive to Hartford ended our bridge partnership. However, my affection for Wilbert remains for all time. To me, Wilbert always embodied the best of Jewish men, a real mensch, kind, unassuming and generous. My condolences to all family and friends.

From: Diane and Marina Camblor

From South Windsor, CT

Posted On: February 13, 2013

Dear Elaine - We are so sorry for your loss. Wilbert was such a nice and sweet man.
Diane and Marina

From: Linda Baer-Marks

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: February 12, 2013

Dear Elaine and family,
I am saddened to hear about the loss of your husband and father. Another life time member of Tikvoh is laid to rest. I am glad that I had the chance to see him once again back in July, 2012 when my mother passed and he came to make the Minyan...He was so cute when he walked in and said "Do you remember me? I am Wilbert Kaufmann, you may remember my son Marc from Tikvoh in hebrew school, and do you know I am 92 years old?" Sweet, soft spoken, tall, intelligent, warm hearted gentle man ...Mr. Kaufmann may you rest in peace and may your family find comfort in all the wonderful memories you have made with them through the years.

From: Avigdor Goren

From Wake Forest, NC

Posted On: February 12, 2013

To Elaine, Marc, and families. Wilbert was a great person to be related to. I can't forget his permanent laughter. I'll miss him a lot. Please take good care of yourselves. Avigdor

From: joseph fleischmann

From glastonbury, ct

Posted On: February 12, 2013

Elaine,
I was sorry to hear about your loss.I always enjowed Wilber,talking to him in german.

From: Nancy Campbell

From Cromwell, Ct

Posted On: February 12, 2013

Wilbert was a constant positive and patient presence whenever I saw him in bridge playing arenas. He will be missed.

From: Sandy Berkon

From Delray Beach, FL

Posted On: February 11, 2013

Elaine and Family
May it help to know that I am thinking of you and your family at this time.May he Rest in Peace.

From: Benjamin Resner

From Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts

Posted On: February 11, 2013

Dear Elaine: Please accept codolences from myself as well as Emily, Betsy, and Bennett. We all look forward seeing you at family gatherings.

From: Susan and Allan Viner

From Windsor, CT

Posted On: February 11, 2013

We will miss this very intelligent, warm and vibrant mensch. May his memory be for a blessing. Susan and Allan Viner

From: Sheila Mark

From WH, Ct

Posted On: February 11, 2013

nd I was lucky to know him
Sincerely,
Sheila Mark

From: Susan Leibert

From Boynton Beach, FL

Posted On: February 11, 2013

Dear Elaine:
I was so sorry to read of your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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