Zachary Kaufman

Zachary R. Kaufman, 22, of Casselton, died Wednesday, January 17, 2018, in Fargo.

Zachary Ronald Kaufman was born March 6, 1995, in Fargo, the son of Ronald Kaufman and Julie (Seely) Drader.  He was raised in Casselton and graduated from Central Cass High School in 2013.  Following graduation, Zachary worked various jobs and was currently employed by Peterson Mechanical as a tinner.  He was also taking classes from HVAC to become a journeyman.

Zachary enjoyed video games, ice fishing, golfing, spending time with family and especially being a Dad. He will be remembered for his thoughtfulness and kind heart.

Left to share in his memory are his son: Blaiden;  the love of his life: BreAnn Benedict of Hope, ND;  mother:  Julie  (Kevin) Drader of Arthur, ND;  father: Ron (Thuy Dung) Kaufman of Casselton;  siblings:  Bailey Drader of Fargo,  Jordan Andeen of Fargo,  Tucker Drader of Rugby, ND,  Leon Le of Fargo;  Reagan Andeen of Arthur and Kaylee Jo Kaufman of Casselton;  maternal grandparents:  Russ & Jeannie Seely of Casselton, ND; paternal grandmother:  Connie Kaufman of Casselton; step-grandmother:  Andrea Drader of Towner, ND; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather:  Gene Kaufman; great-grandparents:  Nick and Avalee Kaufman;  uncle:  Eddie Kaufman and a great-uncle:  Robert Russell.

In lieu of floral arrangements, memorials may be made to Blaiden and BreAnn.

In lieu of floral arrangements, memorials may be given to Blaiden and BreAnn.

Time of Remembrance and Sharing:  3 p.m. Saturday, January 20, 2018 at the Veterans Club in Casselton.

Celebration of Life:  2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, January 20 at the Veterans Club.

West Funeral Home & Life Tribute Center

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