Obituaries

Tina Lee, age 65, peacefully passed away October 17th, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital in Ft. Thomas, KY. She was born in Cincinnati, OH on August 5th, 1960, beloved daughter of George and Patricia Kraus.

Tina graduated from Aurora High School in 1978, as part of the school’s final graduating class. She continued her education at Northern Kentucky University, where she earned a Bachelor of Social Work in 2002. Tina was a devoted Career Counselor at the Kentucky Career Center: Vocational Rehabilitation, where she passionately helped others achieve their professional goals and overcome challenges. In May 2018, Tina was honored with the International IPS Learning Community Achievement Award, recognizing her dedication and impact in the field.

Tina cherished quiet moments listening to Sunday sermons and her favorite Christian and country music. She also enjoyed attending craft shows and drive-in theaters, which spoke to her creative spirit and gentle heart.

She is preceded in death by her parents, George and Patricia Kraus. She is survived by her brother, Robert Kraus (Barb) of Cincinnati, OH: her sisters Brenda Higgens of Moores Hill, IN and Kristie Bryant of Batesville, IN. She is also survived by her niece Jessica Tinch (Josh), great-niece, Markie Tinch and her nephew, Kristoffer Kraus. Tina will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends for her compassion, faith and kindness.

A celebration of life will be held at 1 PM Saturday, November 1, 2025 at the American Legion Post 209, 14656 Wood Street, Moores Hill, IN 47032

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tina’s memory to:

• Save the Animals Foundation – Save the Animals Foundation

• Kenton County Animal Services – Animal Services | Kenton County, KY

• Or a cancer organization of your choice.