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Bill Murphy lit a candle
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
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I cannot express in any words the shock and sadness I'm feeling. It is so very rare that we meet someone In life that has not only a tremendous affect on ourselves...but on so many other lives. Over the past few years I was fortunate enough to be able to assist Gus with the u23 summer league. We had countless talks about improving, making it better, streamlined. Gus would never settle for "ok". Who else would take time out of his evening to come and watch an old man play with college kids...just to share in a laugh...and to offer a hand full of Motrin. US Soccer and the world that knew him have truly lost...I would never call him "special"...he hated Mourinho. Amazing is more like it. I know he is gone, he will be missed...but he will never ever be forgotten.
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Sunday, April 19, 2020
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The great Farmingdale Stars formed by GUS XIKIS. We will miss you Gus
Maura Wachsberger lit a candle
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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Gus you have been very important in our family. The lessons you taught in soccer have carried over and become life lessons. You helped Becky to become the best that she could be (despite her protests sometime!). I loved being your assistant coach for many years. You will always be remembered. Rest easy Gus. You will be missed. Keeping Candy, Dina and EJ in my prayers...
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Albino Guimaraes posted a condolence
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Gus, my friend, I will miss you. Rest in Peace!
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Fintan Nolan posted a condolence
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Gus was a real gentleman and always a great help to me with registrations. A great soccer enthusiast and a genuine person, will never forget him. Sincere condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Fintan Nolan, former coach Irish Rovers FC
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Michael Anderer uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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I met Gus through his work with the LISFL. I was a local media member trying to support and promote the league as well as a player for one year in their O-40 Division.
Gus was extremely welcoming and once you were introduced to him, you were immediately a part of the family. I remember the meals at the diner after meetings and games.
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Filippa posted a condolence
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Gus was my coach at an impressionable age of 13 and he instilled confidence in me when I needed it most. He believed in me as a player and a leader. I always wanted to work my hardest to make him proud of the player that he saw in me. Gus was kind and demanded the best. As I grew older I would always see Gus at various events and we always had a great laugh together. He is a man of integrity and he always made me feel respected and loved. Thank you for all of the great memories and being one of the best coaches and people I’ve known in this world. May you Rest In Peace.
Love,
-Filippa
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John Carty posted a condolence
Sunday, April 19, 2020
While playing and Coaching with Islip SC and Lindenhurst SC I had the pleasure of knowing Gus and calling him my friend, He was a true gentleman and his Passion for the game was unmatched,in all the years Gus never missed any of our Finals, takeing,Pictures,representing the League or just being a supporter of Soccer.
REST IN PEACE... MY Friend.
John Carty
Lindenhurst Sports Club
Islip Soccer Club.
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Zvonimir NY Polet SC uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, April 19, 2020
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My deepest condolences to the Xikis family. Gus has always been an inspiration how to behave and perform on and off the field. He has been great friend to me and NY Polet SC and will be greatly missed. Soccer will never be the same for us here in Long Island. Rest in peace! You and your family will always be in our prayers.
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Baldwin Eagles posted a condolence
Sunday, April 19, 2020
The Baldwin Eagles family would like to present its deepest and sincerest condolences to the Xikis family in their time of sorrow. Our prayers are with the family. RIP Gus!
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Ian Stone posted a condolence
Sunday, April 19, 2020
Gus, whether it be coaching together, or eating Greek food in Queens, thanks for the memories my friend. Condolences to Candy, EJ, & Dina. Rest In Peace Gus.
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Daniel Gwyther posted a condolence
Saturday, April 18, 2020
Gus, we knew of each other through my time with the Greek Americans at Regional and Nationals, however I really got to know you this past fall through the multiples dinner with you, Candy, David, & Zef on Sunday nights. I was really looking forward to resuming in the spring and beyond but sadly it isn’t to be. You were so welcoming to me and the passion with which you talked about life and the game was infectious, not to mention the many laughs you provided me with your jokes and stories. You will be sorely missed and the soccer community has lost a great person. You have touched many lives for the good and your family can be proud of the legacy that you have left. My thoughts are with your family. Rest In peace my friend.
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Ricardo Maxwell-Ordain uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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I’ll always remember Gus for his great sense of humor and his positive energy. My most sincere condolences to the family. Rest In Peace my friend.
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Simon Riddiough posted a condolence
Saturday, April 18, 2020
RIP Gus. Forthright, fair, selfless and funny. A leader amongst men. You will be sorely missed. You have impacted more people than you can ever imagine. Sympathies and condolences to Candy, Dina and EJ.
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William uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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RIP to our friend Gus and condolences to his family from everyone at Lansdowne Yonkers Fc, the Bhoys, we have a few fond memories with gus but one in particular was in Michigan in 2017 when we lifted the Fricker cup to complete a national double, cheered on by Gus and his good mate David harris, Gus always recounted the champagne incident, good times
Moosah Khanat lit a candle
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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Gus, you were a mentor for me. For the little time I knew you, you were always there to take care of me. You put soccer back in my life and couldn’t have thanked you enough for all you’ve done for me. I’m saddened not being able to have one more dinner with you at the diner or talk about our favorite sport together but I hope you’re in a better place. I’ll always remember you and pray for you. I hope you Rest In Peace and that you’re an angel above us. You’ve touched so many of us and we’ll always remember the legacy you left for us. God got a good one from us. You will be missed and we love you Gus.
Moosah Khanat
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John Thelian Jr posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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I’m really at a loss for words. Gus was a constant in the soccer community. Big ideas, big plans and passion. He always made time for everyone and was concerned about honoring legacy and fairness. My condolences to Candy and the rest of the family. Rest In Peace my friend.
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Peter Legakis lit a candle
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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We have lost a person that provided nothing short of passion and the utmost respect for the game. Someone who absolutely loved the game and especially his league. I will miss the hour long conversations and strories that you always had, the tours, the photos, the journals and all the literature that you have laying around giving out as souvenirs. I would like to offer my deepest sympathy to the family at this tough time, rest in peace Gus as you will never be forgotten.
Peter Legakis and everyone at DOXA SC
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J. Dos Santos posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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Gus, I had the privilege to work closely with you for a couple years at the Westchester Flames, and I’m grateful to have made a friend like you 13 years ago. You will be missed my dear friend.
My sincerest condolences to the Xikis family.
J. Dos Santos
Pabz Valent posted a condolence
Saturday, April 18, 2020
The soccer community lost a good friend. Gus I remember all the invites to the diner, the soccer convos and all the debates that I had with you about the New York cosmos. You will be greatly missed. Thank you for all your help with long island fusion and port Jefferson soccer club
Gabriel Marques lit a candle
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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My thoughts and prayers to the family, friends and the entire soccer community on the passing of a true giant in the beautiful game. -gabriel marques
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Zef lit a candle
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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With a heavy heart I write this message. My condolences to Candy, EJ and family. Gus was a good man. Nothing but good memories and moments fill my heart. Rest In Peace my friend and may God give your family strength.
Zef Kabashi & family
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ravallone@lawyersab.com posted a condolence
Saturday, April 18, 2020
It is with tremendous sadness that I wish to offer my condolences to the Xikis Family. Gus was taken away from us way too soon. We should celebrate his life and remember all of the great things Gus accomplished and how wonderful his life was. It is sad that Gus’ life came to an end so quickly and I can’t put into words how much I will miss him. I will always remember the great times we spent together at the soccer games, eating together and taking trips together in my car. Even though Gus may be gone, his memory will live in all of us forever. I will cherish your friendship and will never forget you. Rest In Peace my friend.
Rocco Avallone
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Willie Dempsey posted a condolence
Saturday, April 18, 2020
So sorry for the passing of my good friend Gus. Deepest condolences and prayers for Candy and family. May his soul Rest In Peace.
You will be missed
Willie Dempsey & Family
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John Palumbo posted a condolence
Saturday, April 18, 2020
So sorry to hear of the loss of our great soccer friend Gus.
always had warm greetings every time we met.
"Mr Palumbo how are you doing?"
we will miss you. May the Lord take you in his care
and console your loved ones.
Gus, R I P my friend
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Andy Nicolaou lit a candle
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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G. Orlando Byfield posted a condolence
Friday, April 17, 2020
The Soccer Comunity has lost a great lover of the game and a great administrator, he loved the game and lived for the game. Gus has transitioned to another plane of existence, but his memory will live on. May his soul Rest In Peace, and Light Perpetually shine on him. Gone but not forgotten.
To the Xikis Family please accept my deepest condolences.
From: Orlando Byfield
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Jessica & Cory McGowan lit a candle
Friday, April 17, 2020
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Gone too soon.
Rest in Peace Gus
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David Borts posted a condolence
Friday, April 17, 2020
Gus,
A man of grace intelligence and love(of the beautiful game) I am saddened and shocked by your passing.
A friend to me always. We both always loved that same beautiful and powerful "mistress" Soccer. Going to miss you
Mate.....
David Borts
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David Harris uploaded photo(s)
Friday, April 17, 2020
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As I’m finally starting to process the fact that Gus is gone, I’m thinking about how much he had left to do. I’m so thankful that I saw Gus the day before he suffered the aneurysm. We talked for a couple of hours about the things he still wanted to do with his family and in soccer as he moved towards retirement. He still had so much left to give. I can’t help but feel so sad for his family. This is just so hard to accept. Gus loved the photo I uploaded, which I took of him in 2013 I believe.
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Zachary Gosse posted a symbolic gesture
Friday, April 17, 2020
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Gus was a special man. He believed in me as a soccer player and treated me with the utmost respect. Whenever we would run into each other at a soccer field or match he would always have a smile on his face. My family and I will surely miss him.
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Ed Romero lit a candle
Friday, April 17, 2020
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I remember visiting the LISFL office where he proudly gave me a tour. His love and passion for the sport and his love for his league was inspiring. He always demanded the best of everyone because he demanded the same for himself. Gus you were an inspiration.
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Kevin M Palulis sr posted a condolence
Friday, April 17, 2020
Gus I will miss our chats and advice you gave.
Thank you for always being helpful to me and our club. I am proud to call you a friend and will miss you very much.
Prayers to Candy and the family .
Love Kevin, Shannon
and the Boldest Soccer FC family
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Friday, April 17, 2020
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Thanks for being a friend and thanks for everything. NYWI UNITED love you and miss you. My son always looked forward to see you at those events. This hurt,bro!
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EJ uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, April 16, 2020
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Thursday, April 16, 2020
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