Joan Eileen Kaufman, 89, of South Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away April 7, 2019 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, Kansas. A native of Hutchinson, Kansas, she was born August 27, 1929, the daughter of Jack and Velma Hanselman. She was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother.

She loved listening to traditional country and western music. She and her husband loved to travel. Her family was her main focus in life.

On December 21, 1947 she married Victor Kaufman in Burrton, Kansas. He survives.

Other survivors include 3 sons, Bill (Carol Sue) Kaufman, Michael (Delinda) Kaufman, Gray (Iris) Kaufman; 1 daughter, Vickie Hurd; 1 brother, Jay (Elena) Hanselman; 7 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 brother, and 1 sister.

Per her request cremation has taken place and a private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to the Reno County Animal Shelter and left in care of Old Mission – Heritage Funeral Home, 528 N. Main, Hutchinson, Kansas.