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JAMES XENAKIS Obituary
Of Brookline, age 90, passed peacefully on June 13, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Mollie (Gramatikos) Xenakis for 65 years; loving father of Mike (Ronnie) Xenakis, Markos Xenakis, Tina (Simeon) Koutoufaris, and Ronnie (Dean) Stambolis; grandfather of Simone, Nicholas, Markos, Alainia (Max), Stephanie, Melanie (Michael), Alexia (Rabih), and Demetri; great-grandfather of Cole, Athan, and Lane; brother of Nickolas (Dora) Xenakis. James was born in Pittsburgh, raised in Icaria, Greece, returned to the States to work, served in the Army, married and raised his family here. James had his own produce business for over thirty-five years. He will be remembered as the most loving and generous person, always welcoming his many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emmanuel and Katina (Markakis) Xenakis; siblings Gus (Paula) Xenakis, Anthony (Despina) Xenakis, and Despina (John) Korres. Funeral arrangements by BEINHAUERS. 412-531-4000. Friends welcome at 2630 West Liberty Avenue, Dormont, 15216, Monday, 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. A Trisagion Service will be held on Monday at 8:30 p.m. Additional visitation will be held at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 123 Gilkeson Road, Mt. Lebanon, on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Liturgy at 11 a.m. Entombment will be in Mt. Lebanon Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church or The Pan-Icarian Brotherhood of America, Scholarship Fund, 1700 Montpelier Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216. Please add or view tributes at:
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Dolly Skezas Whelan
June 23, 2013
To the Xenakis family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. What wonderful memories I have of our family get-togethers! I know how hard this is for all of you. My Dad has been gone 10 years and I still miss him terribly. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
John and Denise (Liolios) Bellas
June 20, 2013
To the Xenakis Family - Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Remember that death leaves a heartache no one can heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Nick Loomis
June 19, 2013
Tina, Ronnie, Marcus and Mike, I was saddened to hear of your father's passing. He was a true gentleman. I remember when we were in our youth, in another lifetime, getting together at your house or at some Greek dance. Your father and mother were always hospitable and made sure we had something to eat or drink. Those were great times and great memories. May his memory be eternal.
Michel Demetria Tsouris
June 18, 2013
Tina, Ronnie, Markus and Mike
my deep sympathy for the loss of your
adorable father.
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Jeni Gremba-Cooper
June 18, 2013
Mike, Ronnie, and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Hafer
June 18, 2013
to all the Xenakis family, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather
Ray Allen
June 17, 2013
Sympathy & kindest regards to the Xenakis family & very many friends wherever they may be. God bless 1 & all. Take care.
Michelle Kotsagrelos
June 17, 2013
May his Memory be Eternal!
Mansour Naim and Tamam
June 17, 2013
Memory Eternal! May the Risen and Ascended Lord grant you comfort in your time of sorrow.
Nick & Kiki Tratras
June 17, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joe D'Alessandro
June 16, 2013
Rest in Pease
Jim Ellenbogen
June 16, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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