Obituary of Theresa Mary Lavoie

86, Williamswood, passed away on Friday, November 2, 2012 at home. Born in Margaree Forks, she was the daughter of the late Peter Shea and Sophie Doucet. Theresa’s greatest passion in life was caring for the aged. She was a Geriatric Specialist in nursing homes in Montreal for nearly four decades. Later in life, "Nanny" as she was affectionately known, spent her days crocheting and knitting slippers and scarves for the family, bird watching and reading her mystery novels. When she was not fussing over the dog or her grandchildren, she could be found watching her favorite shows, Judge Judy or Judge Joe Brown. She is survived by son, John (Louise) Lavoie; grandson, Shaun (Tracy) Grant; great granddaughters, Samantha and Hannah. sister, Marie (Jack) Shea; many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband, John; sons, Ricky and Peter; daughter, Danielle; brother, Ron Shea; sister in-law, Shirley Shea. Arrangements are under the care of J. A. Walker Funeral Home (2005) Ltd., 149 Herring Cove Road, Halifax (477-5601), where visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 6 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Wednesday, November 7 at 2 PM from the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations in Theresa’s memory may be made to the Lung Association of Nova Scotia.