Richard P. Kauffman, Jr.

Richard P. Kauffman, Jr., passed away on his 75th birthday, August 18, 2020. He was born in Canton on August 18, 1945 to the late Richard and Gertrude (Bole) Kauffman, Sr. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for 4 years. Richard worked at ORE-IDA Foods in the maintenance department for 8 years. He enjoyed the simple things in life like riding his Harley and travelling out West to his favorite spots such as the Rocky’s or Vegas. Richard was most passionate about his family. He was very family oriented and loved spending time with his children and especially his grandchildren who were his pride and joy. In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his brother Don Kauffman. He will be deeply missed by his daughters Chris (Tony) Gilger and Angee (Mike) Owens; grandchildren Ashley, Tony, Derrick, Clay, Tyler and Dannyiel; great-grandchildren Addie, Kayden, Braydon, Lucca, Hazel and Jameson; his siblings Nancy (John) Walsh and Jack Kauffman; numerous nieces and nephews; lifelong friend Pam Lallathin; and many kids and grandkids that he loved as his own. A Celebration of Life will be held at a family residence on Sunday, August 23, 2020 from 1-5 p.m. The residence is located at 3838 Georgia St. NW, Massillon, Ohio 44646.