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Margaret E. Giles - Jan 07, 2025. With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Margaret E. Giles, age 89, of Grand Island, New York. Margaret left us on January 7, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and treasured memories. A true southern gem, Margaret was born on July 1, 1935, in Evansville, Indiana. She married her beloved husband, Alvan H. Giles (Jerry) in 1953, and the two spent many happy years together, traveling and growing spiritually. Margaret dedicated her life to her family and community. She worked as a special education teacher at BOCES, and her commitment extended beyond the classroom. She was actively involved in numerous local charities and organizations, always eager to lend a helping hand. Margaret and Jerry hosted several international students over the years, opening their home and providing comfort to many. Margaret was a devoted mother to her daughter, Aliene Reimann (Timothy), and a cherished grandmother to her four grandchildren: Matthew Reimann of Washington, D.C., Marissa Sekelsey (DJ) of Olyphant, Pennsylvania, Morgan Reimann (Meagan) of Grand Island, New York, and Mark Reimann (Shaula) of New York, New York. Visitation hours will be held on January 10, 2025, at Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd, Grand Island from 5 to 7 PM Followed by a memorial service on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at Trinity Church, 2100 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island at 11 AM.

Peter T. Xanthos - Mar 13, 1926 - Jan 1, 2025 Resident of Grand Island since 1958. Born in Waterbury, CT. Son of the late Theodore and Toula Xanthos. Brother of the late Georgia Kaousias. Beloved husband of 71 years of Athena (nee Georgeson) Xanthos. Loving father of Christine Boomhower, Thomas and the late Theodore Xanthos. After graduating from Wellsville, NY High School, he served 18 months in the Navy Pacific Theater of World War II aboard the Landing Craft Attack Transport USS Bingham in battles of Saipan and Okinawa. After graduating from Kent State University and the University of Buffalo he became a New York State Public Accountant and started his own successful accounting practice on Grand Island for over 50 years until his retirement. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Martin-in-the-Fields Episcopal Church, 2587 Baseline Rd., Grand Island where Memorial Services will be held Wednesday at 10 AM. Share condolences at kaiserfuneral.com.

Betty J. (nee Boyd) Marinell - Mar 26, 1921 - Dec 31, 2024 Of Grand Island, NY, at age 103. Betty leaves behind her daughter, Patricia (late Stuart H. Short) Feinen, stepson, Michael (Joanne) Marinell, grandchildren, Rachael (David Kreger) Short, Bridget (Robert) Ray, Marissa (Mark) Draksic, Jon-Michael Marinell, and her beloved furry friend, Florian Koszalka. She was preceded in passing by her cherished husband, Frank Marinell, parents, Ambrose and Mollie Boyd, son John (Jean) Feinen, Jr. and sisters, Leah Gollwitzer and Phyllis Bermel. Betty will be fondly remembered by her many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and treasured friends. Her favorite activities included traveling, bingo, $1 scratch tickets, and her Sunday card club. She enjoyed events and gatherings at the Grand Island Golden Age Center for many years. There are no prior visitations. Funeral Services will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Interment Elmlawn Cemetery. If desired, donations in Betty's memory may be made to Cradle Beach at https://cradlebeach.org/donation/ Please share your online condolences at www.KolanoFuneralHome.com.