Edythe "Toni" Kastanos' Obituary
Edythe “Toni” Kastanos entered her eternal rest the morning of April 28, 2020. Toni, an only child, was born February 7, 1933 to Frank and Alberta O’Banion of Oakland, CA. She is survived by her husband of over 60 years, George Kastanos, son Bob Kastanos and his wife Christine, daughter Cindy Schultz and her husband Dave, and daughter Kim Fraser and her husband Allan. Toni was preceded in death by her daughter Kathy Kastanos-Birch in 1992. Toni had nine grandchildren; Christopher, Stephanie, Toni, Jamie, Jennifer, Michael, Thomas, Stephan and Brent. She had eleven great-grandchildren; Lena, Jada, Destiny, Myla, Taylor, Noah, Parker, Norah, Jack, Kinzlee and Paizlee.
Toni was a lifelong homemaker and avid sports enthusiast; primarily the San Francisco 49ers and college basketball, especially during "March Madness". She loved to read, do crosswords and play cards. She loved Big Band swing, which is where she met George at a popular Oakland dance hall. She loved her dog Marley. She took pride in being 100% Irish and naturally her favorite color was shamrock green.
Following George’s retirement, as an Oakland fireman, they traveled with family and firemen friends throughout the U.S., Canada, Spain and Portugal.
She will be fondly remembered for her loving heart, quick Irish wit and humor. She was loving and giving to everyone, known as "Grandma K" to all.
Toni will be laid to rest next to Kathy at Chapel of the Chimes in Hayward, CA.
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