Obituary of Shirley Yvonne Joudrey

Shirley Yvonne Joudrey (Thompson) passed away in hospice at the age of 90 on June 6, 2026.  Born in Bridgewater, she was the daughter of Lyda (Mailman) and Avard Thompson.

Shirley left home at age 17 to begin her career as a nurse at Fishermen's Memorial Hospital  - first working on the maternity ward until it closed and then, continuing her career with the Veterans. Her passion of caring for others was evident throughout her lifetime and she worked her last shift as a nurse at 82 years of age. She loved spending time with her grandchildren/great grandchildren, going for walks, daily crosswords, and baking. Her door was always open for anyone to stop for a visit and she was sure to have homemade treats ready to share.

Shirley is survived by daughters Nancy (Douglas) Eisnor, Fancy Lake; Stacy Joudrey, Bridgewater; grandchildren, Jessica (Daniel) Muir, Merigomish; Jennifer (Daniel) Whynot, West Northfield; Benjamin (Darby Holm) Eisnor, Blackfalds, Alberta; great grandchildren, Alice, Eleanor, Luke, Rex, Jack, and Rosalynn; brother, John (Shirley) Thompson, West Clifford; sister, Barbara Mason, Ridgewood; sister-in-law, June Day, Halifax; and, numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by husband, Rex Joudrey;  parents Lyda & Avard Thompson, brothers, Victor Thompson and George Thompson; and sister, Julia Welsh.

There will be no visitation or flowers by request. Memorial donations may be made to South Shore Hospice Palliative Care Society, or a charity of choice. 

A private graveside service for immediate family will be held at the Brookside Cemetery at a later date.

The family would like to thank the staff of South Shore Hospice Palliative Care and the Veterans Unit for their care and kindness.  

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Sweeny's Funeral Home, Bridgewater, where online condolences may be made at www.sweenysfuneralhome.com