Kautz, James (Jim), March 30, 1941- Dec. 29, 2013 The Billings Gazette Billings, Montana 1 Jan 2014 James (Jim) Kautz, 72, of Billings, passed away Sunday, Dec. 29, 2013, of a broken heart. He was born March 30, 1941, to Thelma Hartung and Henry Kautz. Henry was killed in Normandy a short time later. Jim joined the Navy before he could graduate from Senior High School and served from 1962 to 1966. Jimmy always had an infectious smile on his face and a tap dance move he remembered as a child. Jim loved football (Go Broncos) and the Mustangs. Preceding him in death were Thelma Spear, Henry Kautz, stepfather Stephan Spear, Uncle Helmar Kautz and Aunt Virginia Walter. He is survived by his loving wife, Deanna Orelup Kautz; and his faithful dog, Bud; brother, Mike (Betty) Spear; son, Kerry Kautz; and daughter, Brenda. Jim was a courtesy driver for Denny Menholt at the time of his passing. I want to thank all of the Menholt family and a special thanks to the Porters, who kept his car washed and polished like new for all these years. Also a special thanks to Dr. Joesph Apostal and Mary Tucker, PA, and staff. Cremation has taken place. Condolences can be sent to 111 S. 35th St., Billings, MT 59101. There will be a celebration of life at The Vegas Hotel, 2612 Belknap Ave., Billings, MT 59101 at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014. Interment will be held at the Yellowstone Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Pumpkin, I will always love you, till we meet again. “May the good Lord take a likin' to ya. Arrangements are by Cremation & Funeral Gallery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.cfgbillings.com through “Our Families.”