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George C. Xakellis, 91

May 27, 2019

George C. Xakellis, 91, of Lancaster passed away on Monday, May 27, 2019 after a lengthy illness. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Lula (Psitos) and Christopher Xakellis. He was the loving husband to Ann (Nelson) Xakellis for over 66 years.

George graduated from J.P. McCaskey in 1945. He attended Franklin and Marshall College from 1945-1950, during which he served 18 months in the US Army. George graduated in June of 1950 with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, Cum Laude and elected to membership in Phi Beta Kappa. He then continued his education and attended the University of Pennsylvania Law School, graduating in 1953 with a Law degree. He graduated in 1954 from Wharton School of Business with an MBA in Finance.

George practiced law in Lancaster for more than 50 years. He was one of the first Greek American Lawyers in Lancaster and a founding partner of Xakellis, Perezous & Mongiovi Attorneys at Law. George also was a member of the American Bar Association, the Pennsylvania Bar Association and the Lancaster Bar Association. He served in legal positions as Legal Aid Officer, and as Assistant City Solicitor under the George C. Coe administration.

George was a 70+ year member of The Order of Ahepa, a 51 year Mason and Shriner and a lifelong member to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.
In addition to his wife Ann, George is survived by his four children: George C. Xakellis, Jr. MD (Barbara) of Lancaster, Cynthia Xakellis Wiederholt, MD (Marc) of St. Charles, MO; Christopher P. Xakellis II (Anne L.) of Lancaster, PA; and Michael G. Xakellis (Lisa) of Lake Forest, IL; his sisters Dolores Perezous of Lancaster and Mary Chapman of Crownsville, Maryland. George and Ann have been blessed with 13 grandchildren.

Family, friends and all those who loved George will be invited to attend the viewing to pay their respects and visit with George’s family on Thursday, June 6, 2019 from 6-8pm with the Trisagion service at 7pm at the Charles F Snyder Jr. Funeral Home and Crematory 3110 Lititz Pike Lititz PA 17543. A second viewing will be held Friday, June 7, 2019 from 9:30 to 10:30am at Church. Funeral Service will be at 10:30am with The Rev. Hector Firoglanis officiating at Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church 64 Hershey Ave Lancaster PA. Interment will be in Conestoga Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in George’s memory made be made to Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, address above.

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Condolences to the Family

June 14, 2019

Cindy and George, I am so sorry for your loss. I extend my sympathies to you and your entire family. Peg Ellison Wolpert 

June 10, 2019

Dear Xakellis family,
I am very sorry that I was away and couldn’t attend the services.   My childhood memories include  a lot of time in your home.   I’m so sorry for your loss.   May his memory be itnernal.
Kathy Argires Pianka

June 07, 2019

My deepest sympathies to you and your family, George, Jr.. Although I never met your dad, I will not forget you in my second grade class at Schaeffer School. Such a nice young man you were so  it was apparent that you had great parents.
Linda Hoffecker

June 06, 2019

Our deepest sympathies
Kenny Myers, Suzanne Myers and Kegel’s Produce

June 05, 2019

Marcella and I extend our deepest sympathies. May his memory be eternal!
Gust and Marcella Fotis

June 02, 2019

To the Xakellis family,
My most heart-felt condolences on your loss.  George was a friend from my first days in Lancaster.  A wonderful man who had a tremendous impact on the lives he touched.  He will be missed.
Larry Roskos

June 02, 2019

To the Xakellis family,
Our prayers for the entire family. May his memory be eternal.
Joe & Melanie Gargano

June 02, 2019

I don’t know where to start, George and Ann became a huge part of my family years ago when we started the “old” folks dinners around my dining room table. My children became his other grandchildren. He sure loved to come eat my Greek food and spend time with Aunt Anna or “Twinie” as he called her. My table has really gotten smaller as all of my loved ones pass so sad we will truly miss the love you had for us. Love and peace
Anna Smith and family

June 01, 2019

Chris ,
We were very sorry to learn about the loss of your dad.  From the obituary it certainly appears that he lived a long and incredibly accomplished life.  Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Dorianne and Pete Schuyler

May 31, 2019

It was my honor to work for George Xakellis for over twenty years. I  respected his great intelligence and abilities. He inspired commitment and professionalism. Most of all he will always be loved and remembered for his great love of family. He was so good to me. Thank you Mr. X!
Gay Sloat
 

May 31, 2019

To Geoge’s family, 
We are truly saddened to have lost such a great friend, husband, father, papou, and community member. He was loved by so many and served his church and community with grace, kindness, dignity and a lot of humor!  Most of all, he adored his wife, children, and grandchildren. He was so proud. He will be truly missed. May his memory be eternal. 
In sympathy and love, 
Terri (Nicholaou) and Frank Francino, Vail, AZ
 

May 31, 2019

The Serlemitsos family loved George and he will be missed.  He was a pillar of strength, character and wisdom for his family and community.  Uncle George will always have a place in my heart.
John Serlemitsos

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Thursday, June 06, 2019
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Lititz, PA 17543
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