Kauffman, Paul Russel (1908-1955)

Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1955 Apr 7 p. 8

Birth date: 1908 Sep 6

text of obituary:

PAUL R. KAUFFMAN

Paul Russell [sic Russel] Kauffman, son of the late Amos and Sarah Kurtz Kauffman, was born in Lawrence county, Penna., Sept. 6, 1908; and passed away suddenly on Friday evening, March 25, 1955, at his home in LaJunta, Colo.

In 1920 he came with his parents to Colorado and had made his home during these years in the vicinity of LaJunta. His parents preceded him in death, his mother in 1936 and his father in 1937. At that time he and his brother, Joe moved to 1801 Carson Avenue in LaJunta, where they have made their home together. He was engaged in raising poultry and in doing cabinet work.

In his youth he accepted Christ as his Saviour and was an active and faithful member in the Mennonite Church. He was always ready to accept whatever responsibilities were assigned to him. During World War II he served three years at ort [sic Fort] Collins, Colo. in Civilian Public Service.

He is survived by three brothers, John of Goshen, Ind., Archie of St. Johns, Mich., and Joe, at home; and one sister, Mary Yordy of St. John, Mich.

Funeral services were held at the LaJunta Mennonite church Monday, March 28, 1955, with Jess Kauffman, assisted by Wilbur Nachtigall and Glen Whitaker in charge.