Geetha Gautam

Geetha Gautam, age 61, of Quakertown, Pennsylvania, passed away suddenly on Wednesday January 14, 2026, at her home in Quakertown, PA.

She was the wife of Gautam Minasamudram, with whom she shared 33 years of marriage, son Garud Minasamudram and daughter Goda Minasamudram. Born in India, she was a daughter of the late Narasimhachar Keralapur and Kumudavalli Narasimhachar who lives in Bengaluru, India with her son Srinivas, daughter-in-law Padma, and grandson Prajwal. Geetha graduated from a college in India with a bachelor's degree in arts.

The gentle rhythm of daily routines still echoes in my mind—the aroma of fresh food wafting through from the kitchen, the soft hum of laundry tumbling in the dryer, and the sunlight streaming through windows on a quiet afternoon. I remember the careful folding of clothes, the comfort found in sitting around eating, watching live & recorded shows especially music, movies and the laughter that filled the house during conversations. These simple moments, woven together over years, created a tapestry of warmth, love, and security that shaped my family's world.

She was the living force of the home talking with everyone, cajoling us to do tasks, training us to be self-sufficient and be ready for the world. She was my heart, my silent and not so silent partner as she made her opinions known tellingly with the innate instincts of what was truly important, a trait that is going to be sorely missed. She handled the various things thrown at her as part of life with panache and ease. She leaves a vacuum that cannot be filled.

She was gracious in receiving family, friends, and strangers and made them feel welcome. She had the difficult task of attaining the standards set by elders in the family. In hindsight, she did that with such ease that the thought never came to mind. Of course, the comparison of the food cooked never stopped but she set her own very soon. She amalgamated the traditions of both families, grew into the role of a wife and mother, and there were plenty of delicacies and mouth-watering food available for the gathering.

She was very deeply religious, a tradition handed down by her parents, brother, and grandparents. She performed various daily oblations to the various deities. She made the different festivals special by decorating the home and cooking traditional dishes. Her voice was truly melodious. The home abounded with joy and filled with devotion when she sang. A favorite was ‘Bhagyada Lakshmi baramma’ remembering Goddess Lakshmi. Another was ‘Guruvara banthamma’ remembering Guru Raghavendra. The home is very quiet in her absence. She donated money to the temples, cooked food for a religious gathering, volunteered herself and us serving the people.

She loved visiting the traditional religious places and liked to see the sights and sounds of the various towns that we visited. Favorite memories are visiting Washington DC, temples in that area, local temples in the towns we stayed in or visited, and highlight was visiting her parents. She grew to love jazz music and enjoyed the eclectic mix of various genre of music of classical Indian and Western music. She passed on her love of music to her children.

She had her individual stamp on things she did. She took care of the home, the kids on her own, walking or driving them to school, driving to music lessons, after school activities. She encouraged them to take part in extracurricular activities to foster bonding with other children. She enrolled them in cultural classes, encouraged participating and volunteering in events. She set the foundation for a well-rounded life that the children can pass on. She was savvy in managing the financial aspects and home was filled with much needed artifacts and gathering knick knacks that goes to make the home filled and lovely.

Looking back, I cherish the small victories and quiet joys: a perfectly set table, the pride in a spotless room, and the gentle soothing pats on the back. Though the work was often unseen, its significance endures—etched in the memories of shared stories, holiday traditions, and the safe haven she built with her own hands. The legacy of a mother and wife is not only the house tended but the home and heart are nurtured every day.

Arrangements are by Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, Ltd., 215-536-3343 of Quakertown. To view her online obituary, please visit www.nauglefcs.com