Eileen Marie Favata, 63, passed peacefully surrounded by her family on November 7, 2019. She was born in Miami, Florida on February 2, 1956. Eileen enjoyed spending time with family, friends and her beloved dogs, going to the beach, cooking and fashion. She was an amazing waitress and later a phenomenal caregiver to her parents. Her love of animals led her to follow her dream to become a Certified Dog Groomer and she proudly opened her own business, Buster Brown’s Grooming & Daycare, where she worked tirelessly and was loved by every person and animal who walked through the door.
Eileen is preceded in death by her father Dr. John J. Favata, Sr. and her mother Lucy Favata. She is survived by her brother Dr. John J. Favata, Jr. (Linda), and sisters Cindy Spokas (Al), Dr. Deborah Favata Shultz and Stephanie Favata. She was a loving aunt to Joey Favata (Amber), Jeanna Shafii (Andrew), Adolph Spokas, III (Amber), Michael Spokas (Malina), Leticia Worsham (Ryan), Nicola Papy (Jason), Natalie Rivera (Royland), Christopher Favata (Morgan) and Alberto Suarez, Jr. (Cristina); and further survived by her aunt Lily Favata, cousins Belinda Llanes (Tony) and Morris Favata, many great-nieces, great-nephews, family members and friends; her life partner Sergio Leon, and their Cocker Spaniels Torea, Bojangles and Diego.
Eileen will be deeply missed and her precious memories will be cherished always. Her family sends their heartfelt gratitude to the Melech Hospice House for providing kindness, care and comfort.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2019 at Blount and Curry Funeral Home (3207 West Bearss Avenue, Tampa, FL 33618) from 2:00-5:00PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Florida Cocker Spaniel Rescue (floridacocker.org).
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