CONTINENTAL – Robert Lee Kaufman, 71, of Continental, died at 6:01 a.m. Thursday, June 3, 2021 at Brookdale of Marysville. He was born May 17, 1950 in Lima to the late Paul and Susan (Babek) Kaufman. On September 12, 1987, he married Judy C. Geckle. She preceded him in death on October 7, 2011.
Robert is survived by a daughter, Christina (D.J.) Dellinger of Marysville; and a brother, Terrence Kaufman of Kansas.
He was also preceded in death by a brother, Kenneth Kaufman.
Robert was a member of Dupont Church of the Brethren, Dupont. He had worked at Philips, Ottawa. He enjoyed music, writing, drawing, history and playing cards. He was a wonderful father, who lived out an example of faith, persevering through difficulties. He will be greatly missed, but we know one day we will be together again.
Funeral service will begin at 12:00 p.m., Friday, June 11, 2021 at HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Continental with Pastor Terry Porter officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Monroe Cemetery, Continental. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Disabled American Veterans or WTGN of Lima.
Condolences may be expressed at www.heitmeyerfuneralhome.com 
