Tina Marie (Cirulli) Kautz, 63

June 08, 2025

Tina Marie (Cirulli) Kautz, 63, of Lancaster, formerly of Reading, PA, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Born in Reading, PA, she was the daughter of the late Betty (Young) and Bernard Cirulli, Jr. She was the beloved wife of Ralph W. Kautz, II, with whom she celebrated 42 years of marriage.

Tina had a passion for life’s simple joys. She found beauty in wildflowers, cherished her favorite television shows—Wheel of Fortune and The Price Is Right—and was an avid fan of NY Yankees baseball and Florida State Seminole football. Her heart was happiest during vacations and trips to Avalon, NJ, and Bethany Beach, DE, where she made cherished memories with her family.

A talented cook and baker, Tina was best known for her delicious spaghetti and meatballs and her comforting egg sandwiches, meals that will be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of enjoying them.

Above all, Tina treasured her family. She was a devoted wife to Ralph, a loving mother to her son, Matthew Ryan Kautz, husband to Jessica, of Marietta, PA, and her daughter, Ashleigh Nichole Heller, wife of Brent, of Lancaster. She found immeasurable joy in being “Gigi” to her beloved granddaughter, Alexa Hope.

Tina is also survived by her sister, Kimberly Buehrer, wife of Robert, of Blandon, PA; her nephew, Christopher Buehrer, husband of Heather; and her niece, Valerie Shannon, wife of Robert. She was adored by her five great-nieces and nephews. She also held a special place in her heart for Leroy Strunk, her mother’s devoted companion, of Blandon, PA.

She was preceded in death by her beloved dog, Lucy, whose companionship brought her endless comfort and joy.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Abramson Cancer Center, 3400 Civic Center Blvd., Second Fl West, Philadelphia, PA 19104, in honor of Tina’s memory.