Obituary for Lillie I Kauffman

Lillie Isabella Kauffman, 90, of Auburn, passed away Monday at Providence Place, Pottsville.

Born Oct. 2, 1931, in Port Clinton, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Ann Mengel Breiner.

Lillie was a retired cafeteria manager for Blue Mountain school system. She was well known for the cooked lunches prepared for over 700 students each day.

She taught sewing as a 4-H leader in Auburn for over 60 years. The Schuylkill County Extension Office honored her with many awards for her commitment to the 4-H program.

She was a lifelong active member of Zion's Red Church, Orwigsburg, where she served many years as a Sunday School superintendent and was very active with the Ladies of Zion. Her personal pride was her 70 years of perfect Sunday School attendance. The Lutheran Church awarded her the Lamb Award, which is a national award bestowed on Lutheran adults for their outstanding contributions to youth programs.

She was also a member of Orwigsburg Chapter No. 424 of the Order of the Eastern Star.

Lillie was preceded in death by her husband, Harry; and brothers, Nevin and Donald Breiner.

Lillie is survived by her children, Carol Kunsman, wife of Dr. William, Dale Kauffman, husband of Patricia, and Jack Kauffman; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; her brother, Leon Breiner; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions can be made to Zion's Red Church, 1287 Centre Turnpike, Orwigsburg, PA 17961. Grabowski Funeral Home, Schuylkill Haven, is entrusted with services. Memories and condolences can be shared at www.grabowskifuneralhome.com.