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Michael Paxinos Obituary

Michael A. Paxinos, 77, of Mount Pleasant (Bullskin Twp.), died on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, in the Harmon House, Mount Pleasant. He was born on Oct. 17, 1946, in Pittsburgh, a son of the late Andrew G. and Mary Toulouza Paxinos. Mike was a tool and dye maker for the Honisek Tool Co., where he retired. He was a longtime member of the Connellsville Lions Club and the Toppers Bowling League. He was also an avid golfer, having been a member of the Pleasant Valley Country Club and, later, the Pleasant Valley Golf Club, where he played in the SWATS for many years. Among his other hobbies, Mike enjoyed photography and model trains. He is survived by his wife, Jean Honisek Paxinos; two children, Christina ( C.J.) Paxinos of Connellsville and Andrew Paxinos and his wife Christina of Latrobe; his twin grandchildren, Michael and Olivia Paxinos; one sister, Teddie Gillis of FL; nephew, John Jay Gillis of FL; and niece, Mary Bot-Hefferman of Tacoma, WA. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Felice Stevenson; and a brother, George Paxinos. There will be no public viewing or services. A celebration of Mike's life will be held at a future date and time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Connellsville Lions Club in memory of Michael A. Paxinos. All arrangements are under the direction of the BROOKS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 111 E. Green St., Connellsville, PA. To offer a condolence or remembrance, please visit www.brooksfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Tribune Review on May 17, 2024.

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Barbara Keefer

May 23, 2024

So sorry about Mike's passing. I enjoyed just saying "hi" to him and to Jean as I passed his room at Harmon House. He had a very full life. Barbara Keefer

Frank Gmitter

May 19, 2024

My condolences to Mike's family.

George Paxinos (Kalatzis) Melb Aust.

May 17, 2024

My condolences to Mike's family

Brian and Connie Hill

May 16, 2024

We will miss Mike and the golfing events with him. He's probably making a t time right now.

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