Vera Creaton née McNulty – Midwest Radio

Vera, formerly of Gorthaganny, Castlerea, and residing in Glencarra, Knock, Co Mayo, and Lisacul, Castlerea, Co Roscommon, passed away peacefully in Ave Maria Nursing Home, Tooreen, surrounded by family.

Remembering Vera

Vera was predeceased by her husband, John, and her brother, Tony. She is deeply mourned by her son, Gerard, and daughter, Miriam. Her legacy extends to her grandchildren, Gary, Anthony, Cathal, and Fintan, as well as her daughter-in-law, Geraldine, son-in-law, Martin, and granddaughter-in-law, Aideen.

Also mourning her loss are Vera’s sister, Ita, brother Hauley, and a wide circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, neighbors, and friends.

Funeral Arrangements

Vera will be reposing in Gavin’s Funeral Home, Ballyhaunis, on Friday evening from 5 o’clock, with removal at 7 o’clock to St. Mary’s Church, Gorthaganny. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 11:30, followed by burial in the local cemetery.

Did You Know? Vera had connections to three distinct locations: Glencarra, Knock, Co Mayo; Lisacul, Castlerea, Co Roscommon; and her original home of Gorthaganny, Castlerea, Co Roscommon.

The family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Mayo Roscommon Hospice Palliative Care Services, c/o Gavin’s Undertakers, Knox Street, Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo. Donations can also be made online at https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/.

Expert Insight: The explicit mention of palliative care services suggests Vera may have benefited from end-of-life care, and the family’s request for donations in lieu of flowers highlights the importance of these services to the community. This is a common practice reflecting a desire to support organizations providing compassionate care during difficult times.

Contact information for Gavin’s Funeral Home is as follows: Tel: 094-9633448 / 086-3960943 / 087-6324586; Email: [email protected]; Website: http://www.gavinsfuneralhome.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the timeline for the funeral?

Vera will be reposing in Gavin’s Funeral Home on Friday evening from 5 o’clock, with removal at 7 o’clock. The Funeral Mass is scheduled for Saturday at 11:30.

Where can donations be made in Vera’s memory?

Donations, if desired, can be made to Mayo Roscommon Hospice Palliative Care Services, c/o Gavin’s Undertakers, Knox Street, Ballyhaunis, Co Mayo, or online at https://www.hospice.ie/donations/in-loving-memory/.

Who are Vera’s surviving family members?

Vera is survived by her son Gerard, daughter Miriam, grandchildren Gary, Anthony, Cathal & Fintan, daughter-in-law Geraldine, son-in-law Martin, granddaughter-in-law Aideen, sister Ita, brother Hauley, and numerous other family members and friends.

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