Melvin S. Kauffman Obituary
We bid farewell to Melvin S. Kauffman of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 29, 2025 at the age of 84. Melvin touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Amos Kauffman and Priscilla Kauffman (Stoltzfus); and his siblings, Omar (Betty), Daniel, Jacob, Samuel Kauffman (Mary), Mattie Stoltzfus and Katie Beiler.
He is survived by: his wife Kallie Kauffman; his children, Melvin S. Kauffman, Barbara May and Sandra Kauffman; his stepchildren, Matt Snyder (Bobbi Cushman) and Steph Snyder (Jared Volker); and his siblings, Levi Kauffman (Nancy), John Kauffman (Sandy) and Anna Stoltzfus. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Viewing was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 at 10:00 AM and on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 at 10:00 AM. A funeral service was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Green Spring Brethren in Christ Church (720 Greenspring Rd, Newville, PA 17241). A burial was held on Tuesday, December 9th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Forest Hills Memorial Park (390 W Neversink Rd, Reading, PA 19606).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Mel's memory to Green Spring Brethren in Christ Church or to the American Cancer Society.
