Joseph Kevin Creamer
April 21, 1939 - March 07, 2025
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Obituary for Joseph Kevin Creamer
Joseph Kevin Creamer “Joe”, age 85, of Hanover, formerly of Braintree and always Savin Hill, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, March 7, 2025 surrounded by family. Son of the late John and Margaret (Ryan) Creamer, Joe was born in Dorchester in April 1939.
Beloved husband of Eleanor “Ellie” for over 60 years of marriage (a couple of them good as they used to joke); devoted father of Kevin Creamer of Matthews, NC; Joanne Flathers and her husband Rich of Southborough, MA; and Michael Creamer and his wife Julie of Milton, MA; Extremely proud grandpa of Matthew, Mary, Libby, and Tommy Flathers of Southborough, MA; Joey and Owen Creamer of Milton, MA; and Paige Creamer of Matthews, NC. Joe also leaves a loving group of nieces, nephews, extended family, and close friends who will miss his sharp wit, sense of humor, and generous spirit.
He is predeceased by his four much-loved older sisters, aka “The Creamer Girls”, Claire Viafora of Old Bridge, NJ, Carol Patterson of Dorchester, MA, Cathleen Graham of Bridgewater, MA, and Maureen Garvey of West Warwick, RI.
Joe attended St William’s Grammar School in Dorchester where he was class president and pitcher on the CYO baseball team. He started high school at Boston Latin and received his diploma from Boston English in 1958. After high school, he served in the Marine Corps for 3 years stationed at Parris Island, Camp Lejeune, Memphis, and Jacksonville before being honorably discharged as a lance corporal in 1962. He kept in contact with Marine buddies throughout the years and always remembered to quietly acknowledge the Marine Corps birthday on November 10.
In November 1961, Joe was a founding member of The Line Club, an informal drinking club, located between Fields Corner and Neponset Circle. The Line Club was only meant to be in existence for a year or two. 38 years later the Club closed its doors with decades of memories of darts, shuffleboard leagues, family gatherings, the annual Line Club Golf Tournament, and most importantly, lifelong friendships.
After three years at Estabrook Stock Brokerage, Joe began his career as a systems auditor for VA Hospital in Jamaica Plain, the Department of Justice in D.C., the US Attorney General’s Office in Boston, HUD, and the Norfolk County DA office. In 1997, he retired and focused on the joys of his life: grandkids, family, travel, and golf.
Remembered by his grandchildren as a jokester and constant supporter, Joe was in the seat/stands for baseball, softball, soccer, and hockey games, theater productions, piano recitals, speeches, acapella concerts, award ceremonies, grandparent days, church sacraments, and graduations. Always ready with a “zinger” and a playful spirit, Grandpa delighted in the company and the exploits of his grandchildren.
Golf was a passion as can be attested by countless YouTube video links on to how to improve your golf swing while correcting your slice, home videos of his swing used for analysis, and little bits of paper in his pocket with handwritten pointer notes. Golf also provided him with a way to keep connected with family and friends. He looked forward to annual golf trips to Arizona and South Carolina, Wednesday golf league, the Savin Hill Open which he attended every year from 1982 to 2024, practice putting at Harmon Golf Course, and just the spur of the moment game on an unexpectedly nice day.
Ever a people person, be assured that Joe was going to ask (and remember!) your name, engage you in lively conversation, and more than likely disarm you with a boisterous “Fabulous!” in reply to the question “How are you doing?”. He always made a point to reach out via text, email, call, or surprise drop-in if he had not spoken to you in a while. His friends write that through these thoughtful gestures, Joe not only made them smile, but oftentimes, gave them a much needed laugh.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 18 at Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave, EAST MILTON SQUARE, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m., followed by a service in the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. Services will conclude with a burial at Blue Hills Cemetery, 700 West Street, Braintree.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Joe’s name to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, stjude.org.
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March 17, 2025
Dear Ellie and Family, It is with deep sadness that John and I and family learned of Joe's passing. Over the many years of friendship, Joe was generous of spirit, truly caring and a great wit. He was a good friend to the Finnegan Family and will always be remembered with a smile. He truly was "Fabulous"! With love, Betty, John and all The Finnegan's
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March 12, 2025
An amazing man, who when you asked him how he was doing he would reply fabulous. He was fabulous, funny a true gentleman. Being able travel with Joe and Ellie was unforgettable. Betty and I loved Joe so much and we appreciate all he did for us. We miss him now and forever...
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March 12, 2025
Uncle Joe was always a pillar of family and life and joy and togetherness. Such a great example of how to live. He will be hugely missed and always remembered. We are so grateful he was a part of our family. We send love to everybody and share your grief. We are with you in spirit. All the Viafora's in AZ
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March 12, 2025
Joe had a heart bigger than the golf courses he loved! He was funny and kind and always a joy to be around. We feel blessed to have loved him.
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March 11, 2025
Uncle Joe was not only an amazing Uncle but someone who portrayed beautiful life lessons daily! One that stands out, is that it didn't matter who you were, he always treated you with the utmost respect and most likely put a smile on your face! Uncle Joe, I'll miss you so much! Xo
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March 11, 2025
So sorry to hear this sad news. I always thought of Joe as a real nice guy, always happy to be in his company, especially at the Savin Hill Golf outings. I always reminded him that he was an idol of mine watching him pitch for St Williams CYO teams. After reading this very well written obituary, I will now think of Joe as an extraordinarily real nice guy. RIP Joe Mike Dwyer
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March 11, 2025
Auntie Ellie, Kevin, Joanne, Michael and families, sending prayers and condolences. Uncle Joe was a witty, sharp, and genuinely caring man. Always cracking jokes and checking in asking how everyone is doing. So glad I got to hear his jokes and cracks! Until we meet again. Sláinte
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March 11, 2025
I'll always remember that special summer when I was 9 years old and got to visit my Uncle Joe and auntie Eleanor in Maryland. I remember how excited I was when Uncle Joe took us all to Kings Dominion which was the very first amusement park I had ever gone to and Uncle Joe took me around Washington DC where I got to go into the White House, the Washington monument and all the other attractions . It's a memory that I often think about throughout the years and always thought how special Uncle Joe was to give me that wonderful experience. He will be greatly missed and thank you for your great sense of humor love you
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March 11, 2025
My condol
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March 11, 2025
Joe Creamer checked all the boxes in life - faith in god, loving husband, loving father, loving grandfather, loving friend. The king of wit, humor, and generosity. Love you forever dad.
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March 11, 2025
This may show twice. Joe and Ellie were loving parents and while they were in MD. They were neighbors. He was so witty and a hokrster. His children became lifelong friends tomy son, Marty. It has been a blessing for us to have them as friends. God bless you and those you love.
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March 11, 2025
A fun neighbor with the best of humor. Love to your gamily. Hugs for you Ellie
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March 11, 2025
What a beautiful obituary - a fulfilling life surrounded by loving family. He will be missed and my thoughts will be with you as you grieve. Hugs ♥️.
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March 11, 2025
The man that taught me it was okay, even welcome, for adults to be funny ❤️ Love you always grandpa
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