Carin Jeanine Creel
May 10, 1971 ~ July 9, 2025
Carin Jeanine Creel, 54, of Middleburg, FL passed away on July 9, 2025.
"Let all you do be done in love." — 1 Corinthians 16:14
Born and raised in Green Cove Springs, Florida, Carin Jeanine Creel was a deeply spiritual and compassionate soul who saw beauty in all living things. Her heart was full of love, forgiveness, and strength—always open, always giving, and always listening.
Carin is now reunited in peace with her father, James Rutherford, her stepfather, Steven McCan, and her beloved son, Jason Berry. She is survived by her devoted mother, Cynthia Hayhurst, and her siblings, Brian Rutherford, Lorin Rutherford, and sister-in-laws Janine Rutherford and Amy Rutherford, and her loving children: Justin Berry, Dayva Creel, Thomas Creel, Lauryn Creel, and James Creel. She also leaves behind her adored granddaughter, Amelia David, who brought endless light and joy to her life.
A keeper of memories and a collector of moments, Carin held onto every photo, every kind word, every small gesture—because to her, everything and everyone mattered. She valued each connection she made, whether through lifelong bonds or brief encounters. Her capacity for love was immense, and her heart remained open no matter the trials she faced.
Despite struggles with her health and life’s hardships, Carin carried herself with grace and quiet strength. She gave all she could, always offering a listening ear, a comforting word, or a helping hand. Her kindness touched everyone she met.
She loved music and had a beautiful voice—one of her favorite songs was “I'm Like a Bird” by Nelly Furtado, a melody that reflects the free and gentle spirit she embodied.
Carin Jeanine Creel was a woman of depth, tenderness, and unwavering love. She will be missed more than words can express. Her spirit lives on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her—in every smile, every memory, and every note of the songs she sang.
Please contact the family for details of the upcoming Celebration of Life they are holding.
Crevasse's Simple Cremation is honored to serve the Creel family.
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I’m still in shock that you are gone, we’ve had many wonderful conversations it’s been a while since I’ve checked on you just wish I did 🙁 i love you and enjoyed getting to know you may you rest in peace now; my condolences to the family.
Love always
Your cousin
Stacey gilmore
I'm just a bird.
I don’t know where my home is anymore.
Because you were home, Mom.
Not a place, but a presence—warm, steady, always there.
When I lost you, I lost the sky I used to fly under.
Now I drift through days like feathers in the wind,
trying to find direction in a world without you.
You taught me how to be strong,
but you also taught me how to come home—
how to rest, to be held, to be loved without needing to earn it.
And now that you're gone, I’m searching for that place again.
Somewhere inside me, maybe.
Or maybe in the memories that float up in quiet moments.
I miss your voice,
your advice when I didn’t know what to do,
your laughter echoing through the house like music.
I miss the way you made everything feel safe—even when the world wasn't.
But still, I fly.
Broken-winged some days, braver on others.
And in every sunset, every breeze,
I listen for you.
And sometimes—just for a second—I hear you in the wind.
So maybe home isn’t lost.
Maybe it’s just changed.
Maybe home is now the love you left behind in me.
I’ll keep flying, Mom.
Because that’s what you would have wanted.
And because you taught me how.
I love you so much momma. And I promise to live life full. With a open heart, open love and forgiveness as not everyday is promised.
Precious Carin,
You are an angel now and you always were. Thank you for encouraging me to sing and for all of your sweet sentiments. We were mostly online friends but your love radiated. Rest in peace until we meet again.