Alicia McLeod Favila, 49, of Coppell, Texas passed away July 10, 2017 at a local hospital surrounded by loved ones. She fought a 3 year courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer and will always be remembered as a loving mother, daughter, sister, and friend to all who knew her.
Alicia was born in Dallas, Texas on January 3, 1968 to Mildred and Neill McLeod, II. She attended Texas Woman’s University and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Deaf Education. She later earned her Master’s degree in Education from Arizona State University. Her early career included employment at Mesquite ISD as an itinerant teacher for children impacted with hearing impairments. She also worked for the School for the Deaf in Phoenix, Az. The majority of her career was spent as a Senior Consultant, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Birth to 3 at ESC Region 10. She was also Executive Director at HOPE for the advancement of children who are deaf and hearing impaired. More recently she founded, owned, and served as CEO of Original Score Consulting. Alicia was passionate about helping children and families with early interventions related to hearing impairments.
Alicia will be remembered with great love by her mother, Mildred McLeod, her son, Anthony James (AJ) Favila, her brother Neill McLeod, III, sister, Molly McLeod, and AJ’s father Jerry Favila as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
The family would like to thank all of the dedicated doctors, especially her medical oncologist, Dr. Udit Verma, team of nurses, and other medical professionals at UT Southwestern Medical Center and William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. We appreciate their integrity, dedication, and care for Alicia.
A funeral mass will be held at 10:00am on Thurs, July 20, 2017 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 180 Samuel Blvd Coppell, Tx 75019. On July 19, 2017 at Rolling Oaks Funeral Home in Coppell, the family will receive friends from 5-9 pm which includes a Rosary at 7pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network. Please follow link on funeral announcement listing for Wage Hope my Way for access to site honoring Alicia.
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October 4, 2017
Fanny Heninger
I've thought of you so much and held you in prayers. I don't know how this Summe flew by and I did not check. You continue being a great Teacher , Mentor and Advocate. I had been touched by your presence in life and am deeply touched to see this so late.
July 18, 2017
Judy Moore
Alicia my friend, I am thankful life brought us together as neighbors and gave us time to strengthen our friendship the last few years. I have been honored to be a prayer partner and sounding board through this journey. Holding you in light and remembering your fighting spirit and caring soul. Blessings always.
July 18, 2017
Rosemary Manges
I was privileged to work with Alicia at Region 10 and I considered her not only a colleague but a dear friend. She will be missed by all. My prayers for comfort go to her family.
Rosemary Manges
Region 10 ESC
July 17, 2017
Forrest Hancock
Alicia's powerful presence would fill the room, and now it fills our hearts. All of us who knew her have been inspired by her spirituality and grace.
July 16, 2017
Friend
Ani K
Alicia- I am forever grateful I met you! You touched our lives in so many ways, showed how to stay positive. I miss our talks, texts. I miss YOU! ❤
July 16, 2017
Alicia was such a wonderful caring person, full of courage. We are better because she was in our lives. She will be missed by all who wee fortunate enough to know her. Dianne Fisher
July 15, 2017
Cathy Duke-Morehouse
I can remember spending the summer of 1977 babysitting for Aunt Millie. I had so much fun with Alicia, Molly and Neil. I was so lucky to be able to spend so much time with such a loving family. I was often amazed at the strength and courage that Alicia showed throughout her battle and knew that she learned it from her mother. You will truly be missed little cousin.
July 14, 2017
Pamela Baker
Alicia was a great passionate co-worker. Her tenacity and strength will forever be an example for others. To her family, I was and am constantly praying for strength thru this time of sorrow. May God's peace be with you.
July 14, 2017
Sriram
Alicia was a wonderful, strong, helpful and caring person. She will be greatly missed by the members of the Pack 846 Cub Scout family.
July 13, 2017
Friend
Diane Christopherson
Alicia could run circles around most of us even on her "healing days". She was wicked smart, beautiful, genuine and had a passionate heart. She was always honest and true, funny, kind, intuitive, loyal, valiant, loving to everyone and her many friends, and a fantastic mom to AJ. I am sorry to lose one of my most treasured friends in this life - it was a privilege to know her and to witness her strength and courage. Alicia's family is golden for all the support you gave her and always there when she needed with what she needed. Blessings to all of you and to sweet AJ.
July 13, 2017
Mary Shaddox
Alicia was such a strong and caring person. She will be greatly missed.
July 13, 2017
Arnold Natali
Alicia, I pray that God is awaiting you with open arms and you are now in His presence. I am saddened beyond measure. Your earthly presence and sweet spirit will surely be missed. I will forever cherish our friendship and will never forget you. You are free now.
Buster & Family
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