Irene Elizabeth Andrews' Obituary
Andrews, Irene Elizabeth (Suggie) (nee Lopez). Irene was born in Ybor City February 28, 1939 and passed away at Tampa General Hospital January 6, 2020. She is survived by her husband, Richard, and daughters Elizabeth and Jennifer and son-in-law Christian DeStefanis. She was predeceased by her parents and brother. Irene was a graduate of the University of Florida. She taught school here in Tampa, in France, and the Panama Canal Zone. She married Captain Richard Andrews in the Canal Zone in 1969. Irene loved her children, her pets, traveling, and entertaining family and friends at dinner. She had a big heart and helped those less fortunate. Visitation will be at Boza & Roel Funeral Home, 4730 North, Armenia Ave., between 6 and 8 PM Monday, January 13. Graveside services on Tuesday, January 14, at 11 AM at Centro Espanol Cemetery, 21st Ave. and 26th Street, Ybor City. Anyone wishing to attend the graveside services should meet directly at the cemetery. Currently the cemetery is under renovation so footing is a bit difficult.
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