Brian D. Kaufman
October 16, 1980 ~ June 23, 2020
Brian D. Kaufman, 39, of Indianapolis, passed away suddenly on June 23, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital in Indianapolis. Brian was born on October 16, 1980 in Indianapolis to James Kaufman and Velma (Lawler) Northcutt.
Brian graduated from Southport High School. Upon his graduation, Brian began working as a contractor. He owned his own business, Miracle Renovations for over 20 years. Brian had a very creative mind and could build anything you asked him to. Brian loved sports and was an avid Indianapolis Colts fan. Brian loved his daughters and enjoyed spending time with his family. His funny personality will be greatly missed by all of those who loved him.
Brian is preceded in death by his step-father, James Northcutt; his uncle, David Lawler; and grandparents.
Along with his parents, survivors include his two precious daughters, Elizabeth and Juliet Kaufman; step-mother, Mary Kaufman; brothers, James (Heather) and Kenneth Kaufman; step siblings, Ben (Dania) and Brett (Julia) Northcutt, Dr. Kimberly (Dr. George) Preciado, Kellie (Michael) Estes, Sharon (Tommy) Poynter, Sandy (JD) Taylor, Tonya Lothery; significant other, Cassie Morgan; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
Cremation and final care arrangements are entrusted to the O’Riley Funeral Home, 6107 South East Street, Indianapolis. A private family memorial service is being planned to commemorate Brian’s life. Please visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to sign the guest registry or to share a favorite memory of Brian with his family.
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Brian was an adorable child, he and I spent so much time together, he was always ready to go explore with his big brothers whom he adored. He was a wonderful father who wished he had spent more time with his girls. He loved the ocean especially Gulf Shores Alabama where he lived for a few years. This kid had so much talent, could build anything. I feel lost without him. It’s going to be sad to have pancakes on Saturday and him not walk into the kitchen and complain about having to make them his self. He would say. “What kind of restaurant is this! “
My daddy was my best friend and he could make me laugh no matter how upset I was. My daddy loved everyone. I wish everyone had the chance to meet him.
My uncle Brian was the most spontaneous man I’ve ever met. He showed up whenever he wanted to, but always with the biggest smile on his face. He gifted me the two best friends I could ever ask for in this life. I love his girls, and I love his spontaneity. He loved with his whole heart, and I cannot thank him enough for the love he provided my dad, grandparents, and his girls. He will forever be a piece of who I am today.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. John 5:28,29a
I have so many great memories from growing up with Brian. Whether it was staying up late making forts in the living room, playing video games all weekend long, or listening to his smack talk during basketball, it was always entertaining and I looked forward to hanging out with him. We didn’t spend much time together as we grew older and we moved away, but whenever we did get together, I felt like we picked up right where we left off and he would have me laughing again. Dania and I are so proud of the daughters he raised, and they will be in our thoughts. Brian was a good man and he will be missed.
Bub, I have many memories of you. I always called our family the Bradey bunch. My moms 3 girls your dads 3 boys. Lol, We were much older than you, you had gained 3 sisters who loved you always. Altho, I havent been around for 20 yrs, living in a different state, Ive never stopped loving you boys. I will miss that smiling face until we meet agian. I love you bub….
Brian, (Bri Bri) became our third son when he married our only daughter, Bridget in 2003. We will be eternally grateful for the gift they created together, our granddaughters, Elizabeth and Juliet. Truly one of the biggest blessings in our lifes. When Brian was around he always had us laughing. When I picture his face he is always wearing a smile. He was our go to man for fixing what needed fixed around the house and man do we love our kitchen remodel he did for us in 2018. We are gonna miss you , Brian. I will never forget how much you loved my cooking!! He always went on and on when he ate meals with us. He knew how to make me feel special in that way. Rest in Peace darling until we meet again. Our condolences to his girls, his momma, his daddy, brothers, family and friends. We are all gone miss you. You were loved!! Mom and Dad, Brown (Dick and Anita)
Brian, daddy Jim and daughter Elizabeth all remolding our kitchen together July 2018. Loved this so much ♥️♥️♥️
I am torn…Brian was the most happiest and funniest people i ever met he was my freind for almost 30 years I remember playing sports in the neighborhood after school until after dark when we all got in trouble for coming home late truly just a great person and good freind he had so many ideas and was very handy ….im sure gonna miss him.
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You’re in our thoughts and prayers
Brian was one of the most honest, hardest working friends I have ever had. Always taking the time out of his day for his friends, and talking about his two beautiful daughters and plans they had. You were always the life of the party wherever you were, and you loved your friends so much that you would give the shirt off your back to help. It’s really hard to believe you are gone “B”. Love you Man.
I met Brian in 3rd grade. He was a really great guy who had the best sense of humor. You will be missed my friend. Rest easy
Brian was a old soul from the sixties. He was kind hearted with a good sense of humor. He was a good friend to all that crossed his path. My daughter Cassie and my grand children have been affected greatly by his loss for he was important part of their lives. He had done some jobs for and was very conscientious about doing it right. May you tour all the festivals in you RV in the heavens .
Brian was without a doubt my best friend for the first 8 to 10 years of my life. We’d grown apart after that, but that does not mean I loved him any less. I always remember him as a friend I never had to fight nor argue with. He was always happy, smiling, goofing, and laughing with that signature Kaufman laugh. My favorite memories of him are just like those of all my Lawler cousins and that is filming comedy sketches every Christmas at grandma Lawler’s house. I’d spend the rest of the night trying to convince my parents to let me have a sleepover with him. My heart and condolences go out to Brian’s daughters, Velma, Ken, Jim, their families, all of my aunts and uncles and cousins, as well as the Kaufman side of the family. So many memories of growing up with Brian and he truly made an impact on my childhood/life.
Brian, I’m without words. I tried in so many ways to support you and encourage you. I saw the incredibly talented man you were. What you were capable of. I whole-heartedly believed in you. I’m heartbroken Brian. I wish I could tell you good bye. We just spoke, I never thought that would be last time. I love you brother and you were always welcome in my home, in my mom’s home. Your infectious laugh, your inability to NOT insert humor in every situation was what was most endearing about you. You were so proud of your girls, always talking about them. Complimenting their mother for a great job. You were humble, honest, sweet, considerate, and respectful. I’ll forever have a picture of that huge RV parked in my tiny drive LOL. You asked, “Do you mind if I park my truck..” I would have done anything for you Brian, you were good people. My life was better for having known you. So sad. Love you friend.
Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Brian. We meet Brian a couple of times recently while he was working on our house with Ken. Easy to see where all these great tributes come from. Our Sympathies and prayers will continue to go out for Brian. Monica and Roger Learey.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Thank you for being so kind. I am Brian and Ken’s mother.
Thank you for your kind words.
Thank you Jeff, Cassie made Brian happy. He didn’t see that often.