KEEFE, THERESA KATHLEEN (BOUDREAU), - age 82 years of Little Dover, Guysborough Co. We the family of the late Theresa Kathleen (Boudreau) Keefe, with very saddened hearts, would like to announce her peaceful passing on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 in Eastern Memorial Hospital, Canso. Theresa was a very kind, loving and gentle soul who devoted her life to being a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. Theresa took much pride and joy in the entirety of the duties involved in these roles; and was so proud of all her children, grandchildren and great – grandchildren whom she loved dearly and cherished. Theresa had a smile that was very infectious and touched the hearts of many that knew her and ever had the pleasure of being in her presence. Theresa was always willing to give a helping hand to anyone in need within the community. Theresa put forth her powerful strength and courage throughout her years of trials and tragedies which bestowed upon her the title of "Our Rock". She was a true example of how to survive the most difficult situations. Theresa is survived by her daughters, Mary (Kevin) Zinck, East River; Agnes Keefe (Dennis), Little Dover; Toby (Donald) George, Halfway Cove; Juanita Keefe, Little Dover; her sons, Eddie (April), Canso; Gerald (Jenny), Little Dover; Tom (Cindy), Antigonish; 20 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Edward (Stella) Boudreau and Cletus Boudreau all of Little Dover; her only surviving sister, Winnifred (Howard) Jackson, Canso. Theresa will also be lovingly missed by her very special friends, Bette Boudreau, Paula Keefe and Dorothy Zinck. She is predeceased by her loving husband, Clarence "Cank" Keefe; son Merle; daughter, April; her parents, Edward and Eulalia (Munro) Boudreau; brothers, Les, Albert, Gerald and Arnold; sister, Bernice Rossong and two brothers in infancy. We would like to acknowledge the love togetherness, and devotion of our family that have allowed us to keep our Mama at home to care for her during her lengthy battle with Dementia; families when together can conquer anything. We have been especially blessed with the dedicated services and compassionate care provided by her home support workers, Ashley, Melanie, Lindsey, Kim, Kerri, Sheena and Denise – you all brought out Mama’s beautiful smile and touched our hearts in ways you will never know. To the home care nurses who visited frequently, Bessie, Thelma, and Clem – your professionalism was always outstanding and very much appreciated. To our very dear neighbours Joey and Agnes Casey – you have been such a great support to us over the years; our greatest appreciation for you is endless. To the First Responders, EHS and all the staff and Doctors of Eastern Memorial Hospital who provided Mama with such amazing care and compassion during her final day on this earth and making sure the family had what they needed while there for the night – you all are to be commended. Mama you have certainly earned a special set of Angel wings to soar high as you begin your new journey to be reunited with all those gone before you. You will forever be lovingly missed and in our hearts beautiful lady and "Our Rock". Visitation will be held today (Sunday), January 21, from 2-9 p.m. in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso. Funeral mass will be 11 a.m. Monday from St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, Little Dover with Father Angus MacGillivary officiating. Burial to follow in St. Agnes Parish Cemetery, Little Dover. Family flowers only please. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. Agnes Parish, Little Dover or the Alzheimer Society of Nova Scotia. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com Visitation Information Visitation Sunday, January 21, 2018 Visitation Time 2-9 p.m. Visitation Location Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso Service Information Service Date Monday, January 22, 2018 Service Time 11 a.m. Service Location St. Agnes Roman Catholic Church, Little Dover Burial Information Burial Date Monday, January 22, 2018 Burial Time Following the Funeral mass Burial Location St. Agnes Parish Cemetery, Little Dover