Kathleen M. Kauffman's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2026 in Helena, Montana

Kathleen M. Kauffman

February 23, 1945 - September 20, 2026 (81 years old)

Helena, Montana

Kathleen M. Kauffman's obituary , Passed away on September 20, 2026 in Helena, Montana

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Kathleen M. Kauffman

February 23, 1945 - September 20, 2026 (81 years old)

Helena, Montana

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Kathleen M. Kauffman Obituary

The passing of Kathleen M. Kauffman of Helena, Montana occurred on September 20, 2026. Kathleen, born on February 23, 1945, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kathleen M. Kauffman to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Philip Dolan and Elizabeth Dolan; her sister Brigit; her brother-in-law David Astle; and her grandparents, Clarence, Mamie Hicks and Ellen Dolan.

She is survived by: her husband Michael Kauffman of Mary's Church; her daughter Kelly Kauffman Waltz; her son-in-law Mitch Waltz; her grandson Jayden Michael Waltz; her siblings, Thomas Dolan (Carol), Mary Carol Astle, Liz Lair (Harold), Phyllis Gilreath (Steve) and Philip Dolan (Wendy); and her extended family Bengalettes. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, October 18th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the VFW 117 W Main East Helena (117 W Main St, East Helena, MT 59635).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Retz Funeral Home & Crematory



Sun

Oct 18

Celebration of life

1:00 PM

VFW 117 W Main East Helena
117 W Main St, East Helena, MT 59635

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