Honeoye: With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Emma Creighton, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. At age 82, Emma passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at her home in Honeoye, NY. She was born on August 28, 1942, to the late Johann and Theresia Fritz. Emma is also predeceased by her brothers, Gustave and Rudolph Fritz. Survived by her beloved husband of 60 years, James P. Creighton, her daughters, Heidi Desmond, Christine (Craig) Gage, Lorraine (Terry) McNicholas, her grandchildren Kayla (Chuck) Tarey, Kelly (Charlie) Spears, Ashley McNicholas, Ashton (Madison) McNicholas, Jacob Gage, Dylan Gage, Shaelynn Gage, Ayden McNicholas, and her great-grandchildren, Rachel Tarey, Quinn Tarey, along with several friends.
Emma was the most selfless and caring person we knew, always putting others before her own needs. She loved her family fiercely and was the glue that held us together, cherishing every moment spent during family holidays and traditions. Emma faced many hardships and health issues throughout her life, yet she persevered with remarkable strength, always wearing a smile on her face. She had an incredible ability to make the best out of every situation, inspiring those around her with her unconditional love.
Emma had a special passion for flowers and delighted in cooking for her loved ones, often filling our homes with delicious aromas. Her radiant smile had a unique way of brightening any room, and she loved to create little jingles that brought joy to those around her. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered for the love and warmth she brought into our lives.
A Memorial Service will take place at 11 AM on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at Faith Bible Church, 9041 US-20A, in Honeoye, NY. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023, Merrifield, VA 22116-7023. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Sending healing prayers and comfort in this difficult time. I will miss Emma and how she always filled the room with love for her family.
Even in her difficult times she never complained.
I definitely felt love for her and will remember her always.
We are sorry to hear of Emma’s passing and sending our condolences. You were wonderful neighbors on Navarre Rd.
Sincerely,
Mike & Cindy Martin
SO SORRY JIM AND CHRIS AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY I ALWAYS ENJOYED HER AT MY PARTIES AND FUNCTIONS BACK IN THE DAY GOD BLESS AND HUGS TO ALL!
Dear Jim,
Robert and I are deeply saddened to hear of Emma’s passing. I always looked forward to meeting up with her at our DC 4 union Christmas party. Although time and distance kept us apart , we always had a great time when together. I will miss her warm welcoming spirit and her great sense of humor. We smiled a lot when together. Precious lasting memories of Emma in my heart. Until we meet again.
Love, The Porto family
Jim and family,
I’m so sorry to hear about Emma. As you have said she always thought of others and always wore a smile. I knew her from the Honeoye Garden Club and was one of the members that would take her to dialysis. A couple times I would take different back roads and she would question me on whether I really knew where I was going. We were all so very happy when she received her transplant was able to join in doing things again. Rest in peace my friend. You have earned it.
My heart is heavy to think I won’t be sitting in Emma’s loving company here on this earth again listening to her ask me questions about what’s going on in my life or leaving me with a bit of her Motherly advice. On the other hand my heart is joyful knowing that she truly loves the Lord with all that is in her and she hasn’t really left us all all , she has just turned her light on in another room. I will always be thinking of you with flowers Mrs. Emma
Much love to the family who I also send my heartfelt condolences to.