Grace Creighton, née Ridolfi, whose life was a testament to steadfast dedication and compassionate service, passed away peacefully at her home on May 3, 2026, with her loving sons by her side. Born on September 2, 1943, Grace’s journey through life was marked by unwavering commitment, warmth, and an enduring devotion to those she held dear.

For over three decades, Grace served as the Office Manager at the Menlo Park Medical Group in Edison, New Jersey. In this esteemed role, she exemplified professionalism and grace, guiding her team with a steady hand and a kind heart until her retirement two years ago. Her work touched countless lives, reflecting her deep sense of responsibility and care.

She was a faithful communicant of St. Cecelia’s R.C. Church in Iselin.

Grace’s family was the cornerstone of her existence. She was a beloved mother to Richard Creighton, and his partner Ellie, and Joseph Creighton, and his wife Cherie. Her enduring legacy lives on in her cherished grandchildren: Joseph, Matthew, Krystal, Richard, and Kenny. Grace’s spirit also embraces her great-grandchildren—Olivia, Jack, Cove, Dean, and Jett James each of whom carries a piece of her love and guidance into the future.

Though her beloved husband Richard Creighton, as well as her devoted parents, Frank and May Ridolfi, her loving sister Joanne Bumbalo preceded her in death, Grace’s memory remains not only in those who knew and loved her but in the spirit of kindness and strength that she so generously imparted.

A visitation to honor Grace’s memory will be held on May 6, 2026, from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Costello-Greiner Funeral Home, located at 44 Green Street in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey. The funeral service will begin on Thursday, May 7, 2026 9:15 am at the funeral Home a 10:15 am Funeral Liturgy will follow at St. Cecelia’s R.C. Church 1 Wilus Way, Iselin, NJ. Entombment will be in St. Gertrudes Cemetery, Colonia.

These gatherings will serve as an opportunity for friends and family to celebrate the remarkable life of a woman whose grace and humility left an indelible mark on all who had the blessing of her presence.

Grace Creighton’s life was a symphony of dedication, love, and quiet courage. She leaves behind a legacy of compassion and strength that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and all who were fortunate enough to know her.

The family would appreciate memorial donations to St. Jude’s Children Hospital or MSK Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.