Ann Croke, Griffith Place, Waterford, Late of Waterford Crystal & Unite Union (Waterford)
Who died on Thursday 28th December 2023
Predeceased by her father Michael, brother Paul, her nephew Daniel and her loving partner Paddy.
Will be deeply missed by her son Keith, mother Annie, her adored grandchildren Aibhlinn, Fiadh, and Isabelle, brothers Waltie, Jimmy and Michael, her sisters Breda, Jean, Bunnie, Noleen, daughter-in-law Jenny, sisters-in law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family, relatives, neighbours and friends.
May Her Gentle Soul Rest in Peace
Reposing at Thompsons Funeral Home on Monday (1st January 2024) from 3 pm to 5 pm with vigil prayers and rosary at 4:30 pm.
Walking from the funeral home on Tuesday to the Holy Family Church for Mass on arrival at 11 am followed by burial in St. Otterans Cemetery.
Ann’s funeral cortége will be passing her residence en route to the cemetery.
Family flowers only please, donations if desired to the Oak Ward, University Hospital Waterford by following the link here:
Book of Condolence: A message of sympathy can be left in the condolence section below. The Croke family appreciates your sympathy, support and understanding at this difficult time. Sympathy cards can be posted to Robert Thompson Funeral Directors, Barrack Street, Waterford.
Robert Thompson Funeral Directors
19 Barrack Street
Tel: 051-874159
https://thompsonfunerals.ie/












Condolences (40)
Geraldine Dempsey
Jan 06, 2024
Sorry to hear of Anne's passing . Sincere Condolences to all family& friends. Rip Anne.
Mags Bailey
Jan 05, 2024
Very sorry for everyone's loss. Rip Ann ?
Brian Murphy
Jan 02, 2024
So sorry for your loss, bed of heaven to Ann, Rip,
Kevin, Kathleen flynn
Jan 02, 2024
A sad time Ann will be missed ,a lovely person
Teresa Bolger McConnell
Jan 02, 2024
Do sorry to hear of Ann passing ,may she rest in peace ,thinking of all the family at this sad time
Nicholas Flynn
Jan 01, 2024
I am so sorry to learn of my old and very dear friend Ann. I recall our days walking Matty's Hill to work and Ann's hilarious humour. I'm privileged to have known many members of the Croke family. Goodbye Ann,always honest,a formidable but wise Union rep,but most of all a loyal friend.
O, DRISCOLL FAMILY
Jan 01, 2024
CONDOLENCES TO THE CROKE FAMILY ON THE SAD LOSS OF ANN MAY SHE REST IN PEACE?
Joan Kennedy Griffith Place
Jan 01, 2024
Sincere sympathy to all the Croke Family
MARTIN KELLY (Spain)
Jan 01, 2024
Anne was a special woman. She fought hard for us all in Waterford Crystal and was great Union Representative.. She will be sadly missed by us all but never forgotten.. Rest peacefully Anne
Seanie Walsh (Liverpool)
Dec 31, 2023
Deepest condoences to the Croke Family. Ann was a briiliant Union woman who fought for the females in Waterford Glass( Also her brother Waltie who fought for the male workers ) Ann will be sadly missed by her Family, friends & Neighbours, and former work colagues. God bless you Ann.
PAT and Ann WHELAN
Dec 31, 2023
Sincere condolences to the Croke family on the sad passing of Ann. What a wonderful person. Rest In Peace Ann
Garry Cunningham
Dec 31, 2023
So sad to hear of Annes passing. May she rest in peace. Sincere sympathy to all the Croke Family.
Billy Noleen Lacey
Dec 30, 2023
Rest in Peace Anne.
Rita &Michael Gater
Dec 30, 2023
Rest in Heavenly peace Ann ???Condolences to all the family at this Sad time ?
Tony Walsh
Dec 30, 2023
Condolence to the Croke family on the sad passing of Ann ,I knew Ann for years and it was a shock to hear of her death .A straight talker always which I admired
Jessie & bridget landers ballinroad, dungarvan.
Dec 30, 2023
Condolence 2 ann family thinkin of ye at this sad time . May Ann rest in peace .
Eamonn & Irene Lyons
Dec 30, 2023
Deepest sympathy to all Ann family and relatives. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam
Jim Farrell
Dec 30, 2023
Sincere condolences to Annie and all the Croke family on their sad loss, May Ann Rest in Peace
Carol finnegan
Dec 30, 2023
Sorry to hear of Ann death my she rest in peace
JAMES CUNNINGHAM
Dec 30, 2023
MY SINCERE SYMPATHY TO ALL THE CROKE FAMILY R I P ANN
Patty Briggs
Dec 29, 2023
To Christine and all the family. This has been such terrible news to hear of Ann's passing especially at this time of year. Condolences to you all.
The Mackey Family
Dec 29, 2023
Sorry to hear of Ann’s death may she rest in peace
Matt and Carmel Bolger
Dec 29, 2023
So sorry to hear of Ann's passing. Our sincere condolences to Mrs Croke Jean, Bunny and all the Croke family. May Ann rest in peace ?
Senan Cooke
Dec 29, 2023
Ann will be remembered with admiration as an intelligent, courageous trade union representative in Waterford Crystal and where ever else her help and advice was needed.
Bridget McCarthy
Dec 29, 2023
Sincere condolences to Annie and all the Croke family on their sad loss, May Ann Rest in Peace
Seamus MC Elroy
Dec 29, 2023
Condolence to Family of passing of Ann RIP
Joanne & Katie O'Brien
Dec 29, 2023
Sincere sympathy to Mrs Croke and all the family. Take care
Michael Griffin
Dec 29, 2023
On behalf of the Griffin family 28 Griffiths place we are very sorry to here this news R.I.P.
Angela heylin
Dec 29, 2023
Rip Ann a beautiful lady x
Catherine and John Hartery
Dec 29, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad sad time rest easy Ann GB ???
john power
Dec 29, 2023
Rest Peacefully Ann Condolences to Ann's family.
Michael Goulding
Dec 29, 2023
Deepest condolences to the Croke family on the sad passing of Ann. She was great lady whom always looked out for others. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. May she rest in peace.
Linda connery and family
Dec 29, 2023
Keith,Mrs croke,Jean,noeleen and family so sorry to hear of Ann's death ye're in our thoughts and prayers may her gentle soul rest in peace???
Tadas & Odeta
Dec 29, 2023
Sincere condolences to family May she rest in peace
Rita White
Dec 29, 2023
So sad lovely person good days im the glass
Chris Barrett.
Dec 29, 2023
R I P, Ann.
Michael Phelan v
Dec 29, 2023
So sorry to hear of Ann's passing wishing Keith and all the Croke family all the best at this sad time
Jim O’Neill
Dec 29, 2023
Sincere condolences to Ann’s family at this sad time. She was a key part of the Waterford Crystal story. The bed of heaven to her. RIP Ann
Tom Hogan
Dec 29, 2023
Deepest condolences to the Croke family, relations and friends on the passing of Ann....may she Rest in Peace..
Edward Griffin
Dec 29, 2023
God rest you Ann.