Xavier S. Giunta

Olean – Xavier S. Giunta "Loving Father & Brother" Xavier S. Giunta, of 2245 West State Street, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 15, 2020, at the Pines Health & Rehab, following a lengthy illness. Xavier was born on March 4, 1942 in Olean and was the youngest son of Dr. Joseph R. and Mary V. Bordonaro Giunta. He was formerly married to Linda Reid Giunta. Xavier graduated from St. Mary's Grammar School and Olean High School. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Gannon College, which is now known as Gannon University in Erie, PA. Xavier was a life-long resident of Olean with homes and businesses in Buffalo and Ellicottville, as well. He was a partner and general manager of Aspen Tower and Aspen Manor in Olean. Xavier was a devoted animal lover. His many interests included raising horses and dogs. Xavier also loved cars and owned many interesting cars over the years. He was known by his many friends and family as a kind and gentle soul. Xavier is survived by; twin sons, Jonathan and Douglas Giunta; a grandson, Matthew; a brother, Stephen X. Giunta, MD; and many nieces and nephews. Xavier was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Joseph L. Giunta, MD. Friends will be received at the Letro-McIntosh-Spink Funeral Home, Inc.,646 East State Street, Olean, on Monday, February 24, 2020 from 10:30 am to 11:00 am, at which time a Funeral Service will be held. Burial will be at St. Bonaventure Cemetery in Allegany. Online condolences may be made at www.LetroMcIntoshSpinkFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Friends of the Pines, 2245 West State Street, Olean, New York 14760.