Jeffery Lee Kaufman, 60, passed away August 16, 2023 at St. Luke's Baptist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. Jeff was preceded in death by his mother, Sarah Pensabene. He is survived by, his wife, Molly Fulks; his daughters Conner Pickering (Ross); Riley Kaufman; Caitlin Fulks; McKenna Canepa (Craig); his father Clint Kaufman; his sister Laura Baum; his brother Rusty Kaufman (Debbie); his two grandchildren Evelyn and Rowan Pickering; his niece Ashley Baum; and nephew Kyle Kaufman.
Jeff was born on December 18,1962 to Clint and Sarah in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He grew up in Kemah, Texas where he learned to swim, enjoyed playing on the beach with his brother and sister, and had his first dog. They later moved to Spring, Texas where he developed a lifelong love of sports. Jeff was an excellent athlete, a standout on the Klein High School football, track and swim teams. To many, he was simply "my quarterback" and to others, he was Klein High School's powder puff sweetheart of the class of 1981. He would remain close friends with many of his teammates and classmates throughout his life.
Upon graduating, Jeff attended Sam Houston State University and SouthWest Texas State. Jeff began working with Ozarka in 1985, parlaying this opportunity into a lifelong successful career. Jeff's vocation was in sales. This career path truly spoke to his greatest gift, his charismatic personality, which allowed him to thrive at Ozarka/ Nestle Waters. He retired from the company in 2019 with coworkers he referred to as family.
Jeff's most precious treasures in his life were his two daughters, Conner and Riley. He raised his daughters in Houston and dedicated himself to being the "best girl dad" in the world. He was the most supportive father and never missed a lacrosse game, soccer match, swim meet or dance recital. He was so proud of them. As a father, he taught humbleness, to always be kind, and to never take life too seriously. Jeff's legacy of quick wit, humor, and compassion continues through his girls.
Jeff was passionate about golf, antique cars, supporting his favorite philanthropies, and people. Jeff never met a stranger and always "knows a guy". He was an active Commit for Life member, MS150 rider, and Medical Missions Golf Tournament supporter.
In 2017, Jeff and Molly (wife) moved to New Braunfels, Texas where he truly cherished this new chapter of life. He enjoyed the slow paced style of living by golfing with his buddies, floating the Guadalupe River, tending to his beloved plumerias and gifting them to friends, attending concerts, and becoming part of a beautiful community. During this time, he also became a Grandfather “Pa” to Evelyn and Rowan. Spending time with his grandchildren brought out the true childlike spirit of Jeff and they loved him for it. Pa will always be remembered for his warmth and loving nature.
To know Jeff, was to love Jeff. The support he felt from this love fueled his courageous fight over the past few months. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the doctors and nurses of St. Luke's Baptist hospital and Brooks Army Medical Center.
"Stay Gold Ponyboy"
In lieu of flowers, the family asks to please consider making a blood donation in Jeff’s honor.
Pallbearers are Mike Galvan, Ross Pickering, Rusty Kaufman, Kyle Kaufman, Kevin Williams, Bob Harvey, Craig Canepa, Derek Kolb, John Lee Malak, John Cahill, John Duplican, Cahill Kolb, John Cole Malak, and Regy Ormand.
A visitation for Jeffery will be held Wednesday, August 23, 2023, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home, 4525 Bissonnet St., Bellaire, Texas 77401. A funeral mass will occur Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Our Lady of The Lourdes Chapel, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 6800 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, TX 77025.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.earthmanbellaire.com for the Kaufman family.
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