Lynn M. Kaufman, 73, of Clarendon Hills, Illinois, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2024.  Lynn was born on November 29, 1950, in Schenectady, New York, to the late John Horodowich and Sidonia (Palkovic) Horodowich. Lynn was an accomplished watercolor artist known for her vibrant and expressive works. She shared her love for these arts by teaching watercolor classes for many years. Lynn was a talented musician who played the piano with grace and passion. She also had an incredible love for animals and spent her entire lifetime caring for them. More than her artistic talents, Lynn’s greatest masterpieces were her faith and her family. She passed on her love for life to her children, Christopher Kaufman, Jamie Puorto, and Emily Russo (Chris). Her cherished grandchildren, Jake, Kayla, Tyler, Lyla, and Zander, were the light of her life, and her legacy of love and laughter will continue to shine through them.Lynn was also a fond niece to her beloved Aunt Jean Bonaquist (Ernest) and many other aunts, uncles, and cousins. A Celebration of Lynn’s life will be announced at a future date. Arrangements entrusted to Cappetta’s West Suburban Funeral Home Westmont, IL. Info 630-852-8000 or westsuburbanfh.com