Eileen Cordova

Cordova, Eileen, 71, formerly of Woodside, Queens, passed away November 21, 2023. She is survived by her loving sons, Kevin Cordova and Michael Cordova, their father, Oscar, her cherished sister Mary Jean Pagona and her beloved brother Patrick Corey. She grew up in Woodside Queens in a loving home with her brother and sister, and was raised by her, parents Herbert and Florence Corey. She was very close with her grandmother, Nora Crummy, who all of the family affectionately called “Mom”. She went to St. Theresa's grade school and later Monter Christi High School. She entered the work force at a young age and loved the independence it gave her. This time in her life was filled with many friends, laughter and good times that she always cherished. She was married to her childhood sweetheart Oscar Cordova for 13 years, and had and raised two sons. She would re-enter the work force working fulltime, while also being a devoted mother, and giving her children a wonderful childhood filled with love, laughter, and warmth. She would take her children on many vacations with her family and also dear family friends the Costa’s. She got to fulfill a lifelong dream of visiting Ireland with her sister, nieces, and dear friend Maryann McMahon. She loved her niece’s and nephews Christine, Patrick, Brian, David, Brendan, Rachel, and Lauren dearly. She had a loving bond with her daughter-in-law Heather. They would talk for hours and share laughs, tears, and much joy together. She was an avid reader and always had a book on hand. She loved nothing more than a good cup of tea, especially with her mother and sister. She also loved having a beer and clapping along to Dancing With the Stars. She enjoyed cooking and feeding her family and friends, something that she passed on to her son Kevin. She lived in Miami for the past 12 years and loved the ocean, beach, and watching the boats go by. She was always kind and compassionate, always had an ear to listen, arms to hug, and a joke to make you laugh. The family will receive visitors Friday, December 8th, 2-5 and 7-9 pm at Arthur F. White Funeral Home, Inc., 234 Broadway, Bethpage. Funeral Mass Saturday, December 9th, 9:45 am at St. Martin of Tours RC Church. Interment following at St. John Cemetery, Middle Village, New York.