OBITUARY
Morton I. Kaufman
July 1, 1928 – February 3, 2021
Morton I. Kaufman of Sharon, MA, passed away on February 3, 2021 at the age of 92. Born in Fall River in 1928, he was the son of the late Simon and Rose (Cohen) Kaufman. The family moved to Nantucket Island when he was 2 years old. His family ran Cy’s Green Coffee Pot, a well-known establishment on Nantucket for many years.
He graduated from Nantucket High School in 1946 and graduated with a degree in History from the University of Vermont and a Masters in Education from Boston University. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps stateside from 1950-1952, reaching the rank of sergeant. He was a teacher and then elementary school principal in Sharon for over 30 years. He believed in the nobility of teaching and education and was renowned for learning the names of all of students in the school after only a few months.
An avid and outstanding baseball player in his youth, he loved swimming in the ocean, tennis and all things sports. But he also loved reading, theatre, music. He read the “New York Times” and the “Boston Globe” daily for over fifty years. He is predeceased by his beloved wife and friend of over 60 years, Dorothy, and leaves his children, Robert and Julie, and four granddaughters.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sharon Public Library or the charity of your choice.
The family is hoping to have a celebration of his life when the weather is warm and the world is on the mend.
Services
Funeral Services and Burial are Private
Memories
Morton I. Kaufman
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ADD A MEMORYHoward Glazer
March 5, 2021
So sad to hear of the passing of "Mr. Kaufman," father of my childhood friend Robert and the best principal I ever had, by a mile -- an understanding and funny man who appreciated a funny kid who would occasionally pick the wrong time and wrong teacher to put his humor to the test. Condolences to Robert and all the Kaufman extended family on the loss of a unique, great man and educator.
Robin Berger Rubinstein
March 1, 2021
I only think about Mr. Kaufman with total admiration. Besides being our friend Julie's dad, he truly was the coolest principal - when I attended the intermediate school (Pleasant St. school). As we say in the rabbinate, Baruch Dayan Haemet, blessed is the true judge and Zichrono l'vracha and may his memory be forever a blessing.
Rebecca Bailey
March 1, 2021
"Mr. Kaufman" was the principal of the Sharon Intermediate School when I arrived there as a student and my mother arrived there as a returning teacher. To this day, I recall his particular combination of kindness, humor, and strength, which made the school feel like a good place. For my mother, he was the kind of principal who helps you do your best, is a true ally. A life well lived. My condolences to my classmate Julie.
Sincerely,
Becky Bailey
Mark Brass
February 16, 2021
Mort Kaufman was a wonderful man. He had a wonderful smile that raised up your spirits. I always enjoyed playing tennis with Mort at the Sharon Tennis Club. He also showed great interest in my son Adam at East Elementary School. Mort showed great care and interest for all of his students at Eat Elementary School.
Rest in Peace my beloved friend,
Mark Brass
Weldon Lloyd
February 16, 2021
He was a man of all seasons. Every day I miss playing tennis with him and my children tells me stories about him as a principal and teacher with love.
Jim Berish
February 16, 2021
Sending our sincerest condolences to Mr. Kaufman's family. Mr. Kaufman was my Principal at East Elementary school. I have so many fond memories of an encouraging leader for all students. I remember him spending hours helping students after school when many educators are off the clock. My two favorite memories include his participation in the model airplane club like he was one of the fellow students. Many, many years later we met again on the tennis courts at Sharon Tennis Club. He remembered my name, asked about my parents, and wanted to know about my life after East Elementary.
Vera Jordan
February 8, 2021
Mr. Kaufman was the principal of East Elementary when my two sons were in the Alternative School (upstairs). As the president of the PTO of that school within a school for a few years, I often worked with him. I liked him so much. His primary concern was always the welfare of the students, he knew each of them by name, and greeted them each morning with a welcoming smile. Even years after his retirement, if we chanced to meet in the center of town, he always asked after my sons - by name. He was a good, good man and my condolences go out to his children and grandchildren.
Deena & Len Segal
February 7, 2021
Mort was a very special person who knew everybody! He was so thoughtful, kind, caring, and gave so much to so many through his participation in education and numerous organizations. He will be missed and remembered. We extend our deepest sympathy to Julie, Robert and their families.
Jeffrey Solup
February 7, 2021
What can be said about my cousin Morty Kaufman? First and foremost, he loved his wife Dorothy. I had the honor of being able to spend a lot of time with Morty the last few months of his life. In this time there wasn’t day that would go by without him telling me how much he adored and truly admired Dorothy. We got to spend some time driving to places, and he always had a great story to tell. He taught me so much in such a small amount of time...I will miss him dearly. Love you Mort.
Jeff
Hannah Rpsinsky
February 7, 2021
We all loved Morty he was funny yet caring for all his students. He told us if we wanted to to come to Nantucket come to his parents restaurant. That is where Morty spent his summer. Such good memories. Shalom Morty Oh by the way we did go to the restaurant and the food was great.0
Rick Norton
February 6, 2021
Mr. Kaufman made it a point to share lunch with every student at least once during our time at Sharon Intermediate School.
Randy Rubinstein
February 6, 2021
Mort was a wonderful man. He was my principle in middle school and he knew every students name. Many years later I saw him at the tennis courts and he knew my name. He was always happy and so positive. He will be greatly missed. What a great guy.
Ina Cushman
February 6, 2021
Morty was a huge presence during my elementary school years in Sharon. He shared with me a love of learning and exploring that remains to this day. Morty also instilled pride in our form of town government from the 6th grade on. Each year at voting time, he was there running ballot machines and what ever else was needed. From the time I was old enough to go into the polls hiding behind my mother's skirts he was there. He will be sorely missed.
Hannah Rosinsky
February 5, 2021
I loved my Morty Kaufman. He had a wonderful sense of humor. I looked forward to going to his class every day. One summer we went to Nantucket because he was there to keep restaurant going and had breakfast there. He did that every summer. May his soul be blessed. Shalom
Harold Kligman
February 5, 2021
Mort was the definition of a true gentleman. He was a warm, friendly, & fine person & tennis player. He will be missed by all that knew him.
Susan Yas
February 5, 2021
Mort Kaufman was a wonderful man and educator. Not only did he know the names of all his students very soon after the start of the semester, but he remembered them for years after. All my sons, David, Matt, and Adam knew Mr. Kaufman. He would take them out of math class when their assignment was finished and bring the to the office to teach them chess!
A great guy.. I loved to see him walking around Sharon Center..he always had a big smile and hello!!
Wonderful human being.
Susan Yas
Joyce Murree
February 5, 2021
Dearest Dr. Kaufman: My deepest condolences to you & your family in the loss of your Father May he rest in peace. Keeping you in my thoughts & prayers
Robin Cohen
February 5, 2021
Mr Kaufman was the epitome of what an educator should strive to be. He was kind, patient, fair and taught us lessons about every day life and how to treat others with respect. He always had a smile and even 20 years later when he saw you in town, would still call you by your name. May his family find some solace knowing he was loved by so many.
Jay Schwab
February 5, 2021
My wife Karen and I loved Mort He was a wealth of information
and a source of good advice.He was an amazing educator who
truly loved the children he taught for many years in Sharon.
I spent many hours at the Sharon Tennis Club ,trying to put up with
Mort’s devastating slice.He sure loved his tennis.
Karen andI I enjoyed our breakfasts with Mort and Dorothy on
Nantucket Island, a place he truly loved.
We will miss you Mort,as will as all those whose lives you touched.
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