He graduated from Coronado High School in 1927 and attended Annapolis Naval Academy, graduating in 1932, and returning later to teach. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, receiving a Silver Star, a Bronze Star and a Peruvian Cross with Naval Merit, and in the Korean War. He was commander of the Navy Sonar School and retired as inspector general at Great Lakes. He enjoyed his dogs and playing golf. Retired Rear Admiral Kaufman was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Kaufman, in 1990.
Services are pending.
Telophase Cremation Society is handling arrangements. He was a senior wargaming specialist for Titan Corporation for 10 years and served as a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War, receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross, and retiring as major after 21 years. He attended Dartmouth University, graduating in 1967 and USAF Officers Candidate School. He held master's degrees in computers in education and international relations from National University and Troy State University. He was a member of the Retired Officer's Club and an adjunct professor of political science at Miramar College in San Diego.