Obituary of Elizabeth Ann Boudreau

BOUDREAU, Elizabeth Ann "Betty Ann", 73 It is with broken hearts that we announce the death of Elizabeth Ann 'Betty Ann' (Touesnard) Boudreau, 73, Petit de Grat. She was the daughter of the late Elizabeth (Stone) and Joseph Peter Touesnard of River Bourgeois, Cape Breton. Born July 8th, 1943 Betty Ann grew up in a very large family of 13 siblings. She married Wilfred Boudreau, the love of her life on June 24th, 1967 but their love story was short lived when he passed away suddenly in 1979 at the young age of 36. Betty Ann has always been a picture of grace, poise and beauty despite having faced many hardships in her life. A young widow at age 36, she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis shortly thereafter but faced both of those challenges with the courage of a warrior. Sadly, a short lived cancer diagnosis proved to be a battle she just could not win. She raised her three boys with the strength and character of a protective mom, and she supported and loved Daren, Brian and Leslie with every fiber of her being. Strangers marveled at her steadfast faith and perseverance, with never a word of complaint. Betty Ann always saw the positive in people, and she remained humble and kind to her dying day. She looked forward to family bingo nights at the Villa, hugs from the grandchildren and she enjoyed outings with friends, especially when her hair looked good. Her home in Petit de Grat was always a welcome place for others, and she enjoyed the view of the harbour from her living room window. Betty Ann was a devoted community member, a special sister, a loyal friend and a loving grandma to 6 incredible grandchildren. She leaves behind a treasure of wonderful memories for all who were blessed with her kindness.Betty Ann is survived by her three sons Daren (Dana), Arichat NS; granddaughters Cortni and Christina; Brian (Melissa), Antigonish NS; grandchildren Emma and Ben; Leslie (Nissa) Petit de Grat, NS; grandchildren Shaye and Brielle. In her large family of siblings, Betty Ann will be missed by her Touesnard brothers Tony (Catherine) Ontario; Johnny (River Tillard); Albert (Janice) River Tillard ; Wayne (Edwina) French Cove; Martin (Betty) Roberta; Ernie (Vicky) Selkirk, Ontario; Ivan (Marlene) Hagersville, Ontario and brothers in law Tim (Aggie) Boudreau and George Bourque. As well, Betty Ann will be missed by her beloved sisters Lorraine King, Evanston; Marilyn (Roy) Holloway, Fort McMurray; Phyllis Clark, PEI; Millie Walker, Chatham,Ontario and half-sisters Laura (Carl) Dawson, Fort McMurray; Leslie (Kenneth) Isle Madame; Mary Ellen (Troy) and sister in law Anne (Robbie) Fougère. Betty Ann will also be deeply missed by her special lifelong friends Ann and Ramona who have remained loyal and devoted to her for almost 45 years; many nieces and nephews, and special godchildren René, Kelly, Wanda, Jennifer and Tessa. Betty Ann was predeceased by her husband Wilfred Boudreau, her parents Joseph and Elizabeth Touesnard; brother David; brothers in law Pat King and Peter Walker. A funeral to celebrate her life will be held on Monday, October 10th at 2:00 pm in St Joseph's Parish Church, Petit de Grat, with Father Doug MacDonald presiding. Burial to follow at Star of the Sea Cemetery, Petit de Grat. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Richmond Villa, St Peters in recognition of the excellent care she received over the past three years. Special thank you to the doctors and nursing staff who treated her like family, drove her to family functions, and helped her stay in touch with the grandkids through social media. Hugs to those who cried alongside us this past week. Your compassion and kindness have not gone unnoticed. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to C.H.Boudreau Funeral Home Ltd, Arichat. To send words of comfort to the family or to light a candle in memory of Betty Ann please visit, www.chboudreau.com