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John Creavin Obituary

48, of Franklin, formerly of Milton after a brief illness, August 15, 2008. Beloved husband of Denise M. (Cormier) Creavin. Father of Brendan C. & Ryan J. Creavin of Franklin. Son of John J. Creavin of Milton, formerly of Roscommon Ireland, and the late Ellen (Whyte) Creavin, formerly of Galway, Ireland. Brother of Stephen T. Creavin and his wife Beth of Wayland, Maria Plaus and her husband Dr. William Plaus of Denver, Colorado. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral Wednesday at 10:15 AM from the Charles F. Oteri & Son Franklin Funeral Home, 33 Cottage St. FRANKLIN with a Funeral Mass in St. Mary's Church, Franklin at 11AM. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Calling hours are Tuesday 4-8PM. Donations in his memory sent to the John Creavin Benefit Fund c/o Citizens Bank-Bank by Mail, P0 Box 42006 Providence, RI 02940-2006 would be appreciated. Late 23 year employee MBTA. CHARLES F. OTERI & SON www.franklinfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 17 to Aug. 18, 2008.

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Marie Richards

August 22, 2008

To The Creavin Family,
I am very sorry for your loss of John. John was such a warm, kind person. I went to High School with John and always enjoyed seeing him after that. God bless you, John.

Judy & Nick Byrne

August 22, 2008

Dear Denise,
We have such fond memories of John from Ridge Road in Milton. He was a ray of sunshine to us and we cheerished his visits. He enjoyed our young children so much we knew what a wonderful father he would become. We only wished the years and responsibilities hadn't seperated us. Let the spectacular memories of John in your life get you through each day. Our deepest sympathies to you and your sons. Sincerely, Judy and Nick Byrne

Melissa Dowley

August 21, 2008

Denise, Brendan and Ryan,
On behalf of our family, we want you to know how sad we are with John's passing. He really was one of the great ones. I'll never forget the time he stopped on his way to work to fix my garage door! He was always thinking of others before himself.
Missy, Craig, Sam, Jack & Katie

David Bauer

August 21, 2008

Brendan and Family,

I was very sorry to hear about your dad's passing. I was away at the Cape and hadn't heard until now.

If there is any way i can help out, just let me know.

Your friend,
David Bauer (and family)

Esther Burke

August 21, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Peggy McDermott

August 20, 2008

Denise, Brendan, Ryan and family.

We send you our deepest sympathy in this very sorrowful time. We hold you all in our prayers.

Peggy & Jack McDermott

Ron & Wendy Ricard

August 19, 2008

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. John was a wonderful man and it was such a privilege to get to know him and your family during the football and wrestling seasons. Our thoughts , prayers and support are with you. Ron, Wendy, LIndsay, Ryan and Matthew Ricard

Tim Fischer

August 19, 2008

Steve and the Creavin Family,

I am very sorry for your loss, and my prayers are with you all.

Tim Corcoran

August 18, 2008

To all who had the privilege of calling John their own...
I will never forget John's contagious smile followed by his delightful laugh and his small chuckle to follow. I truly believe this was reflective of John's inner happiness and fondness for friends and family alike. The way John lived will always be a wonderful example of how we should all treat out fellow man.
With God speed dear friend.
~The Corcoran family

Catherine Donovan Olen

August 18, 2008

To the Creavin Family: I graduated with John in '78 and have not seen him in a very long time. He was always fun and a really good guy. I am so very sorry to hear of his passing at such a young age. I have heard many wonderful things and the courage he had, and especially how much he loved his family. He surely will be missed. God bless. I'm So very sorry for your loss.

Mike Peters

August 18, 2008

My deepest regrets go out to the entire Creavin family. Men as good as John are rare to find, and I feel fortunate that I got to know him. His positive influence will last forever, through all of us, and many generations to come.

Mitchell and Kathleen Sumner

August 18, 2008

Denise ,Brendan and Ryan
We were saddened to hear of Johns
passing.John touched many lives .
He was Loved by All who met him.
Our prayers go out to you Denise and your sons.

Barry Whalen

August 18, 2008

John, I was so glad to see you at the benefit in May! The last thing that you said to me, was that you would see me at the reunion in November. You will be missed by all this November and we will all remember John Creavin!

Gale James

August 18, 2008

To Steve and all of his family, while I did not know your brother, I do know you and it is with deepest sympathy that I offer my condolences to your enter family. Stay strong and God Bless.

Brian & Kathy Lewis

August 18, 2008

Denise, Brendan and Ryan,
Our hearts are broken for you. John was truly one of the good guys and he will be so deeply missed. It was our privilege to call him our friend. Our love to all of you,
Brian, Kathy, Brendan, Bridget & Eric

Patrick and Barbara Kelleher

August 18, 2008

Denise, Brendan and Ryan,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. John was a great guy who loved his family dearly. If there is ever anything we can do to help please let us know.
Warmest regards,
Patrick, Barbara, Shannon and Ryan

paul veneto

August 18, 2008

To All the Creavin family Im so sorry for your loss, My prayer's are with you all. Paul Veneto

August 18, 2008

Denise, Brendan & Ryan,
We are so sorry to hear of John's passing. May all the memories bring you comfort. He will be missed dearly.
The Gearin Family

Gary and Nancy Donaghey

August 18, 2008

Denise, Brendan, and Ryan,

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this time of indescribable sadness and heartbreak. We cannot put into words how much we will miss your husband, father, and our very dear friend, John. He was the friendliest and most helpful person to us and to everyone that he knew. We are very fortunate to have your wonderful family as our next door neighbors. May God Bless John and help you to find peace and comfort in your happiest memories of your loving husband and father.

Love, Gary, Nancy, Katelyn, Matthew, and Kristen

Katie Merten

August 18, 2008

Denise, Brendan, and Ryan,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. John was a wonderful father. It seems like yesterday that he was waiting for the boys at the rock at Kennedy. May you find strength from the love of your family and friends. My prayers are with you.

Liz and Paul Baca

August 18, 2008

Denise,Brendan and Ryan,
Our thoughts and prayers our with you. We love you.

The Wilde's

August 18, 2008

Denise, Brendan and Ryan:
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of John. He was truly one of the "good guys". He will surely be missed.

August 18, 2008

Denise,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband. Please be assured of our remembrance of him in our prayes. Our thoughts are with you and yours
during this most difficult time.
In sympathy and friendship,
Dottie Doherty and Rita Caputo

August 17, 2008

Denise, Brendan & Ryan
Our deepest condolences go out to all of you. John was a very kind and special person. He will always be in our thoughts and in our hearts.
Our Love and Support, The Roche Family - John, Marisa, Michelle, Kelly,Jen & Chris

The Fasulo's

August 17, 2008

Denise, Brendan & Ryan:
John was a wonderful husband, father, friend and neighbor who will be so missed. We were honored to know him. Our love and sympathy,

Sandy O'Brien

August 17, 2008

Denise, Brendan, and Ryan,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the memories of John bring you peace. He was a wonderful man.
The O'Briens, Mark, Sandy, Nick, Jessie, Sarah and Allie

Marty & Maydee Carr

August 17, 2008

Joe and family,
Our sincere condolences on the death of your son John R.I.P. We are sorry we will be unable to attend the wake or funeral. I am laid up with a broken leg and cannot walk yet for the past ten weeks. May he rest in peace.

James and Jeanne Edwards

August 17, 2008

Denise, Brendan, and Ryan.

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. John was a wonderful man, and he will be missed deeply. You will remain in our prayers

Patrick Clougherty

August 17, 2008

I am very sorry to hear of John's passing. My thoughts and prayers go to him and his family.
May he rest in peace.

Robin Hanley

August 17, 2008

John,
My loyal friend, you were an inspiration to us all. Denise, Brendan, and Ryan, my thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Love Robin

Debbie Realini(DelConte)

August 17, 2008

Denise, Brendan, and Ryan
I can not express my sorrows at hearing of John's passing. I am over come with a flood of wonderful memories of him and the fun we all shared as teens.
My prayers and thought are with you.

Doug & Patty Hartnett

August 17, 2008

Denise
We are so saddened to hear the news of John's passing. He remains one of the warmest and kindest people we've known in Franklin. Our family grieves along with the rest of the community on your loss.

Mary Slavinsky

August 17, 2008

Denise,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your sons. We pray John is at peace with God in heaven.


Stephen and Mary Slavinsky

Susan Williams Hobson

August 17, 2008

So very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Rita Pilis

August 17, 2008

Denise, Brendan and Ryan... words cannot express our sorrow at hearing of your loss. John was such a devoted family man, and such a kind, wonderful person. I feel so fortunate that Cub Scouts gave me the opportunity to get to know him better, and to enjoy lots of fun times and outings together. Our sympathy and thoughts are with you all. Wishing you strength and peace... Love, Rita, Steven and Matt Pilis

August 17, 2008

Denise, Brendan and Ryan,
We cannot express how much we all will miss John. He was a great man, great neighbor and great friend to all. Our hearts are heavy with sorrow in his passing.
The Powers

TOM & PATRICIA BARRY

August 17, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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