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Annie (Tess) Rafter (nee Crean),

Morrison Terrace, Ballina, Co. Mayo and formerly of Carrowcarden, Castleconnor, Co. Sligo - on the 12th February 2023, peacefully at Ard-Na-Greine Nursing Home, Enniscrone. 

Annie (Tess) predeceased by her husband Billy.

Beloved aunt to Kathleen & Teresa and great aunt to Kerry & John, great great aunt to Lewis & Orlaith. 

Sadly missed by her nephews, nieces, in-law, relatives and friends. 

Rest In Peace.

Reposing at McGowan's Funeral Home, Ballina on Wednesday evening from 7pm with removal at 8:15pm to St. Muredach's Cathedral, Ballina. 

Requiem Mass on Thursday morning at 11:30 followed by burial in Killanley Cemetery. 

House private please. 

Tess’s Funeral Mass will be live streamed on www.ballinaparish.org  

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to Croí c/o McGowan's Funeral Home, Ballina or on line www.croi.ie/donate 

Francis O'Dowd (Fr.)
To the family and friends of the later Annie (Tess) Rafter nee Crean R.I.P., I wish to offer my condolence on her passing and pray that she has now entered the house of our eternal 'Father' joining our love one's who have gone on before us forever proclaiming the glory of God.
Phil cassidy
Deepest sympathy on the sad loss of Tess
Eddie & Adrienne Curry
Sincere sympathy to the Rafter & Crean family on the sad passing of Tess She was such a lovely lady and always a kind word for everyone
May her gentle soul rest in peace
Ballina Active Retirement Association
So sorry to hear the sad news. Tess was a member of our group, and we will miss her, Please accept our deepest sympathies on the sad loss of a lovely lady.
Sean and Angela Gordon
Sincere sympathy to Rafter and Crean Family on the passing of Tess. May she rest in peace.
Mary barrett
Sincere sympathy to all of the family of Tess R I P. May the Lord receive her gentle soul and surround her with peace and love. A wonderful classy lady.
The fox family morrision terrace
Dempest sympathy for ur loss may she rest in peace condolences to all the family
Michael Ring TD
Deepest sympathy to the Rafter family on the death of Tess.
May she rest in peace.
Kevin and Kathleen Devaney (Judge)
Our deepest sympathy to the Crean and Rafter families on the passing of Tess. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Helen Gallagher
Sympathy to the Crean & Rafter families on the death of Tess lord rest her.
Maureen carrell barrett
I remember tess.a fine lady wore her hair in a bun and dresssed so well .
she was friends with my mum remember them chating away
rest in peace tess ur with ur billy again
Ethel and Timmy McGrath
Sincere sympathy to the Crean and Rafter families on the sad passing of Tess a lovely Lady may she rest in peace
Rosaleen and Carmel Hughes.
Our sincere sympathy to the Rafter and Crean family on the death of your beloved Tess.May her gentle soul rest in Peace
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a h-anam
Olivia & Michael Moffatt
Our sincere sympathies to all Tess’s family on her passing. She was a lovely lady. May she rest in peace.
Joe and Teresa Forde
Sincere Sympathy to the Rafter and Cream Families on the death of Tess.May she rest in peace.
Bridie Ruane & family
Sincere condolences to the Rafter & Cream families on the passing of Tess.May she rest in peace.
Tom and Ann Judge castleconnor
Our deepest sympathies to the Rafter and Crean Families on the death of Tess May her gentle soul Rest Rest In Peace
James and Noreen Ganley
Sincere sympathy to Teresa, John, Kathleen, Kerry and all the extended Rafter and Crean families on the death of Tess. May her gentle soul Rest In Peace.
Frank and Gertie Clarke
Our condolences to the family of Tess.A lovely lady,we have many very fond memories of Tess and Billy.May she rest in peace. AMEN.
Marie Howley - ex Castletown
My sincere condolences to Kathleen, Kerry, Teresa, John and all the extended Crean and Rafter families on the loss of your dear Aunt Tess. She was a lovely lady, always glamorous and full of fun. I remember Mam and Dad had many good times with herself, Mai and Johnny years ago in Enniscrone and Carrowcarden. May Tess rest in peace. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.
Bernie Boland &family Scurmore,&Enniscrone
Sincere sympathy, to Teresa Kathleen and families,The Rafter family on Tess''s passing. We have lovely memories of times spent chatting, we will remember her warm hearty,friendly ,smile.May her soul rest in Peace
John and Trish Gawley and Family, Dooneen
Sincere sympathies to the Rafter and Crean families on the sad passing of Tess. She was a lovely lady and a wonderful character to all who knew her. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Kevin and Margaret Donegan enniscrone
Sincere sympathy to the cream and Rafter family on the passing of Tess a lovely lady may she rest in peace
Chris and Olive Cawley.
Sincere sympathy to Kathleen Teresa and all the Crean and Rafter families. A mighty woman ,may she rest in peace.
Eileen Rowland
Deepest sympathy to Kathleen ,Teresa and extended family on the passing of Tess .I have fond memories of Tess when we worked together in Emmanuel House ,may her kind and gentle soul rest in peace .
Michael & Breege Cahill, Castleconnor
Our deepest sympathy to all of the family on the passing of your beloved Tess. It was always a pleasure to meet herself and Bill. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Ann Cawley & Family, Crossmolina
Sincere condolences to Teresa, John, Kathleen Kerry and extended family on the very sad passing of Tess, she was a lovely lady and we had lots of laughs together. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Gus McManamon
I am so sorry to hear of Tess’s passing. Such a lovely lady. May she rest in peace. Gus McManamon and family
Pauline McManamon O’Grady
Sincere condolences to the Rafter and Crean families on the loss of Tess. Such a lovely lady and a great mentor while I was training. May she rest in peace.
Frances and Chris Birrane
Sincere Sympathy to all of the Rafter and Cream families on the passing of Tess . Have many fond memories of Tess from Emmanuel House. A wonderful kind nurse .Rest in peace Tess.
Sylvie & Deirdre Golden
Sincere sympathy to all the Rafter & Crean Families on the sad passing of Tess. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Rest in Peace Tess.
P.J. & ANNETTE BOLAND
Deepest sympathy toTeresa John & Kathleen on the sad passing of your auntie Tess and all your exteded families what a lovely lady always out for the fun and the crack may her gentle soul Rest in Peace
Angela Gilmartin
Deepest condolences to the Crean and Rafter family on the sad passing of Tess. I have very fond memories of the fun times we used to have. She was a great character. May her gentle soul rest in peace
Mac and Mick Cosgrove Bangor-Erris
Our deepest sympathy to Teresa, John, Kathleen, Kerry and all the extended Family on the sad passing of Tess a lovely friendly lady, may her gentle and kind soul rest in peace
Monica Cogger.
I'm so sorry to see Tess has passed away. I worked with Tess many years ago.
And she was so lovely. And a wounderful nurse.
May she rest in peace Amen. my condolence to all her family and friends x
Ursula Rea and Liam Hanahoe
So sorry to learn of the death of Tess. Our sincere sympathy to all her family. She was such a glamorous lovely lady. May she rest in peace.
Geraldine and Leo Mullaney
Sincerest condolences to the Boland family on the death of Tess. May she rest peacefully
Mary Murphy (Abbey Street)
I am so saddened to hear of the passing of Tess. I have such fond memories of Tess and Billy in the pub, Tess was always such fun, with the kindest of hearts and always so stylish too. I will be thinking of her family and friends who mourn the loss of Tess, but I know we all find comfort in knowing her gentle soul will rest in peace with Billy now. May she rest in peace, amen.
Michael, Marguerite, Stephen & Grace Rogan.
Sincere Sympathy to all of Tesse's Family Relatives and Friends on her sad passing. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Patricia Heeran, swinford
Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Tess. I have wonderful memories of Tess and Billy together in Paddy Jordans. Tess was such a wonderful lady, full of life, laughter and fun. It was a real pleasure having known Tess. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Robert & Majella Rogan (Carrowgarry)
Sincere Sympathy to the extended Crean, Rafter & Walton Families on the passing of Tess, may she rest in peace.
Michael and Bridie McHale/Cunningham Knockmore
Sincere sympathy to the Crean and Rafter families on the passing of Tess. She always had a lovely smile for everyone. May her soul rest in peace
Tommy Carney & Mary Ferguson
Our sincere sympathies to all the Crean & Rafter families on the sad passing of Tess A good friend over the years & a real lady May her gentle soul rest in peace
Martin and Kathleen carrabine sligoRd
Our deepest sympathy to the Rafter Crean Families on the passing of Tess may she rest in peace
DON and PATSY FLANNERY
Sincere Sympathy to the Crean and Rafter families on the sad passing of Tess Remembering her good work at Emmanuel House Ballina R.I.P,
Jimmy Tighe Enniscrone
Sincere sympathy to the family of Tess on her passing may she rest in peace ?
Sheila Barrett, Crossmolina
Sincere condolences to Teresa and family on your sad loss. May she rest in peace
Maureen Ruane
Deepest sympathy to the Rafter and extended family on the death of Tess may her gentle soul rest in peace
PJ & Ann McCafferty ,Rathnaconeen Ballina
Sincere Sympathy to all Crean& Rafter family on passing of Tess ,may she Rest in Peace.
Mary Hallinan Kavanagh
Deepest sympathy to the Crean and Rafter families on the death of Tess, always had a lovely smile and a lovely person. May she rest in peace.
Breege and John Garrett Bonnifinglas.
Our deepest Sympathy to the Rafter and Crean Familys on the death of Tess a lovely lady, May she Rest in Peace Amen.
Patricia McGeever
Sincere condolences to all the family on the passing of tess she was a good friend and is with her Billy again may her gentle soul rest in peace
Maura & Martin Merrick
Deepest condolences to the Crean & Rafter families on the sad passing of Tess. May she rest in peace.
Michael and Anne Boland, Rehins, Foxford Road, Ballina
We offer our sincere sympathy to her nieces nephews and her many friends, always a joy to meet, may her gentle soul rest with her beloved Billy
John & Mary McDermott
We are so sad to hear of the sad passing of Tess. A kind and gentle lady RIP.
Mary and Noel Mullen.
Deepest sympathy to Teresa and all Tess's family and friends. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Carmel Forde Corrimbla South
Deepest dympathy to nieces nephews & extended families on the passing of Tess. She was such a warm hearted lady and full of fun. Rest in peace Tess with your beloved Billy
Ray & Trish Beglin
Sincere condolences to Tess' family on her sad passing
May her gentle soul rest in peace
Eileen O Brien Culleens Co Sligo
Sincere Sympathy to all the Tesse"s Family Relatives and Friends on her sad passing. May her Gentle Soul Rest in Peace Amen
Tommy Battle
So sorry to hear of Tess’s passing,always a glamorous and jovial lady! May she Rest In Peace
Tom May
Sincere sympathy to all Tess's family on her passing. May she rest in peace.
ROBERT AND PAT MC CAFFERTY
Our condolences Teresa and the rest of the family on the sad passing of your aunt Tess lovely lady great laughs in Jordans RIP Tess x
Margaret Lynott and Family.
Sincere sympathy to Kathleen,Teresa , Kerry,John,Lewi s , And Orlaith on the death of Tess ,May her gentle Soul Rest In Peace
Peg Downey
Deepest sympathy to Tess's family on her passing. A very nice neighbour. May she rest in peace.
Michael & Helen Gordon Enniscrone
Our condolences to the Crean & Rafter families on the passing of Tess. She was a neighbour & good friend to my mother in Carrowcarden many years ago. May she now Rest in Peace.
Gerry O'Regan Carrowcarden
Deepest sympathy to Kathleen and Teresa and the extended Walton Crean and Rafter families. May her gentle soul rest in peace
Katherine MC Loughlin
So sorry for your loss Teresa and family.
May Tess rest in peace.
Alice Rogan. Enniscrone
Sincere sympathy to all her family.
Tony & Breege Carrabine
Deepest sympathy to the Crean and Rafter families on the passing of Tess. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Noel and Majella Coleman
Deepest sympathy to Teresa and Kathleen on the death of Tess
May She Rest In Peace
Noel Earley & Mary Mc Dermott
Tess May you Rest in Peace
A nice person
Mary Treacy
My deepest condolences to Teresa and Kathleen on the passing of Tess, a lovely stylish lady. May her soul rest in peace.
Cora and Tom Barrett and family.
We wish to pass on our sympathy to Kathleen and Teresa to Kerry her great grand niece .. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. Fond memories of Tess, a kind person. A good neighbour. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
Barbara Murphy (Rafter)
Rest in peace Tess, I have many fond memories of you and Uncle Billy. Love Barbara, Kevin, Niall and Johnny xx
Margaret Ray and Reddington Family
Our deepest sympathy to Tess’s nieces on her death. May her kind and gentle soul rest rest in Peace.
Deirdre O Dowd
Sincere sympathy to Kathleen and Teresa on the death of Tess. May she rest in peace.
Sally O' Dowd and family.
Sincere Sympathy on the death of Annie Tess Rafter, may she rest in peace.
Edward and Mary Gaughan
Condolences to the Rafter and Cream families on the death of Tess. Lovely memories of her in Emmanuel House. May her gentle soul rest in peace.
BALLINA Community Centre
Our sympathy to all of Tess’s family. May she rest in peace.
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