Mary Elaine (Creegan) Feist

6/8/1958 - 1/18/2017

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Obituary For Mary Elaine (Creegan) Feist

Mary Elaine Creegan Feist, 58, of Bloomingdale, Ohio passed away suddenly on January 18, 2017. Born on June 8, 1958 in Kaiserslautern, Germany, Mary Elaine was the oldest child of Dr. George R. Creegan and the late JoAnn Quattrone Creegan. A lifelong resident of Steubenville, Mary Elaine graduated from Catholic Central with the class of 1976. On April 11, 1980, she married Thomas Michael Feist at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. While raising her two sons, she worked devotedly for her parents’ business, The Creegan Company. In her free time, Mary Elaine enjoyed reading, playing softball, and spending time with family and friends. Together with her husband, she was a cherished and selfless caregiver to her father, mother-in-law, and many, many others. Mary Elaine is survived by her loving husband, Tom; her two sons, Christopher and Ian (Lorianne); her father, George; her mother-in-law, Marty; her sisters Kathleen (Joseph Purcell) Postlewait and Joanie (Charles) Benzo; her brother Sean (Jean) Creegan; uncle John (MaryLynn) Quattrone; nieces and nephews who affectionately called her “Mimi,” Christine (Michael) Da Mata, Sean Ryan Creegan, Kyle Creegan, Jennifer Benzo, Elliott Postlewait, Caitlyn Benzo, and Joseph Benzo; and countless more nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Preceded in death and welcoming her in Heaven is her mother, JoAnn Creegan; her grandparents Frank and Carmela Quattrone and Gerald and Maxine Creegan; her beloved friends Tom Potasnik and Alan Benzo; and her K-9 companion, Buster.

Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, Ohio on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until 1:15 p.m. services.

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  • 09/03/2024

    To Tom, Chris, Ian and the Creegan Family, My deepest sympathy to all of you. Merl was an exceptional person. She will be surely missed. May God be with you during this time. Mark

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    George and FamilyI was saddened to hear of the loss of Mary Elaine, and am so sorry for your loss. I remember her coming to the shop on 5th Street after school. I didn't have the prevledge to know her as a wife and mother, I know she learned from the best. I would like to talk with you sometime my number is (561)469-8939, again I am so sorry for your loss. PhD

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    Tom, Chris, Ian and familySo very sorry to hear of Mary Elaine passing. May God give you strength at this sad time. God bless her sweet soulSusan Cullinan

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    Our thoughts are with you all during this very tough time. Merle made me smile when I was around her and when thoughts of her came to mind. I am sure you will all miss her and feel her loss deeply. We will keep you all in prayer for God to provide strength, comfort and healing. God Bless

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    I am at a loss for words (when have you known that to be a problem w/me). I was Blessed to have been like family w/Merle and her family for 43 years. I was honored when she agreed to be my youngest son's Godmother 20 yrs. ago. Mimi had a heart of gold and was always willing to help those around her. She always put her family and others first. My life has been Blessed because you were a part of it and it won't be the same without you. You are so loved and I will miss you my sister.Pat

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    I worked with Mary Elaine at TJ Maxx, always such a sweet, kind person with a smile on her face.

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    My condolences to the Fiest( Creegan) Families! Heaven has gained another ANGEL.God Bless you all !

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    R.I.P Merle, you were an awesome friend to walk and talk with, your goodbye hugs were aways so warm and cozy as well! you will be missed!!! Brandon and I will always have the memories of you.

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    Dear Joanie and Family:We are so sorry for the loss of your sister. Love and prayers to all of you. 💐🙏🏼❤

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    Our hearts are broken. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard Mary Elaine had passed away. She was so special full of love, kindness and that laugh was so wonderful. Mary Elaine will always be in my heart, I know she loved all of you very much and felt your love in return. May the Lord bless each of you and bring you comfort. Elaine

  • 09/03/2024

    I am deeply saddened to read this. Mary Elaine, my cousin through marriage, was a sincere and kind hearted person that I will truly miss. You will all be kept in my prayers

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    To all of the Creegans and Feists condolences and prayers from all of the Sommers. God be with you.

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    I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. I always remember Mary Elaine as a happy and helpful person when I was growing up and seeing her at the Creegan Company. Many prayers for the family during this difficult time. I know she's joined the Angels and is watching over her loved ones. May you remember all the wonderful time you had with her and celebrate how she so touched all your lives and made them the better for it.

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    Our sincere sympathies go out to you Tom and your family. We will keep you in our prayers.

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    My thoughts and prayers for the Feist and Creegan families. Mary Elaine was a very nice person & a great neighbor - she will be dearly missed.

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    Dear Creegan Family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I was sad to hear of Mary Elaine passing. A loss so young is just hard to swallow. May God be with you at this most difficult time.

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    George, Tom, Sean, Kathy and Joanie:It is so sad to hear of Mary Elaine's passing. May her soul rest in peace. I have so many great memories of our high school days on Belleview Blvd hanging out at the Creegan house and being in your lives during that time. Sincerely,Mark Pizzoferrato

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    Mary Elaine was a lovely lady to work with always smiled. So sorry to hear this prayers for the family.

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    Dear Feist and Creegan Families,Please know of our deepest sympathy for your loss of Mary Elaine. She has always been such a good friend to Nancy and will be so missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. In Christ, Andy and Pam Minto

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    A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on January 20, 2017 Rest In Peace Merle The Menzel's Chuck, Terri, Josh, Jeremy, Mandy and Erin

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    I was so sorry to hear of Mary's passing away. I just loved her! Sending prayers for all of you at this difficult time.

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    "For everything there is a season....a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance....."-Ecclesiastes 3:1-4I am just so so sorry for your loss, my heart aches for you all. Love, Shannon

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    I love you my friend.. I will miss you more than I can ever describe.

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    To the Feist and Creegan Families,Our deepest sympathy on the loss of Mary Elaine what a wonderful person. She was very kind and loving she always reminded me of her mother "Joann". May she rest in eternal peace.

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    Every time Merle and i talked which was almst every day, when we went to hang up, she would always say "I'm here if you need me and i love you". That was Merle.. I love you too and you have left a large void in so many people.

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    TomSo sorry to hear of Mary Elaine passing. Living two doors up from the Creegans on Bellview Blvd. I remember her fondly .You and her family are in my prayers and I will go to my church and light a candle for her today.

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    Family, & Joanie, Kathy, Sean & Mt.Creegan....I am so sorry for your loss. I used to enjoy dance lessons with you all & as friends. coming to your house to "play"... & loved going to the shop with you all & shon on Saturdays. You all gave me great memories growing up....nicest parents I knew. Prayers & hugs

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    To the Feist Family and The Creegan Family,An "Angel of Grace" has now entered the kingdom of God. Know that God is embracing Mary Elaine in His arms with the eternal rest He promised her. We send our sincere sympathy to you all. We pray that you feel the support of friends and family who send their love to comfort you.I will miss her smiling face and kind heart! She was an amazing sister, aunt, mom, daughter, friend and wife. Mary Elaine...You have earned your wings...fly our "Angel" until we meet again. I am grateful that God shared your life with us on this earthly place. He created you beautifully and you are now in His Home called Heaven. God be with all of you in this sad time. May He comfort you and heal your family.Love and prayers Patti Ruggieri

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    Tom, Chris and Ian, I'm so sorry for your loss. Lifting you up in Prayer!

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    RIP Merle! You were such a great friend and neighbor to my Grandmother and I. I will always remember our walks and talks around the neighborhood. You will always be missed by everyone that knew you. You are a great person. Fly High! We will always miss you.

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    My thoughts and prayers are with you all doing this difficult time.

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    A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on January 18, 2017

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    I knew Mary Elaine in high school. She was always kind and always smiling. I am so sorry for all of her family and friends. Grant her eternal rest Oh Lord and may Your perpetual light shine upon her. Amen🙏

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    An A GARDEN PATH was ordered on January 19, 2017

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    We at the Liberty Bell Museum were saddened to hear of Mary Elaine's passing. We will hold the Creegan family in our prayers during this difficult time.

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    Mary Elaine's golden heart will be shining from above on all she so adored.

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    My dearest best friend I will miss you all the days of my life. My deepest sympathies to the Feist/Creegan families. You are in my prayers for peace and strength.Mary Elaine is with her beloved mother who she missed dearly. You will be in my heart and soul forever. There is no "Goodbye", only "I'll see you soon my friend". Anyone whose life you touched, you made a difference.

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    My condolences to the family. She will be dearly missed.

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