Theresa Dembek

Theresa Dembek, a compassionate and generous soul, was born on October 21, 1959, in Gardner, MA, USA. Her life was a beautiful testament to love, service, and the profound impact one person can make on the lives of many. Her loving spirit, thoughtful nature, and dedication to helping others made her a beacon of light in her community and a source of joy and comfort to all who knew her.

A parishioner at St. Martins, Theresa found great joy and purpose in her work as a Registered Nurse at Heywood Hospital. Her generous spirit shone through in every interaction, and her commitment to her patients was unparalleled. More than anything, Theresa treasured her family and friends, always ready to put a smile on everyone's faces. Her love for others was boundless, and she found her greatest joy in their happiness. Theresa was an extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Throughout her career, she poured her heart into caring for patients and their families, spending most of her professional life in the maternity unit, where she helped bring countless babies into the world.

Theresa treated every patient as if they were part of her own family. She never met a stranger—only friends she hadn’t yet gotten to know. Her warmth, kindness, and generosity left a lasting impression on everyone she encountered. If someone had a need, Theresa found a way to meet it.

She had a mother’s heart, whether you were a patient, a friend, a colleague, or someone she had just met. Her comforting hugs and unwavering compassion became her signature. She was always the first to offer a helping hand and consistently placed the needs of others above her own.

Theresa was deeply intuitive, often sensing when someone needed support before they ever said a word. She had a remarkable gift for bringing light and laughter into stressful moments, easing burdens with grace and humor.

Her passion was spending time with family and friends at the beach on Cape Cod, walking the beaches looking for heart shaped rocks. Theresa's other passion was visiting Ireland, going on adventures and exploring new areas. She loved catching up with relatives enjoying a hot cup of tea in the beautiful countryside.

Theresa leaves behind a beautiful legacy in her beloved husband Keith Dembek, whom she married on April 25, 1982, her loving children Lauren and Andrew, and her cherished grandchildren Joseph, Martin, Madalyn, and David. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Madalyn Walsh.

Theresa Dembek's life was a testament to love's power to bring joy, healing, and unity. Her spirit will continue to be a guiding light for all who were blessed to know her. The Mack Family Funeral Homes, Gardner Chapel, 105 Central Street, Gardner, MA, invites all who knew Theresa to leave memories and upload photos to the memorial page at www.mackfamilyfh.com, as a way to honor her generous spirit and celebrate her extraordinary life. We know that her light will continue to shine in our hearts and in the countless lives she touched.

A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 11 am in St. Martin Church, 248 State Road, Otter River.  Burial will be private at a later date.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 from 5 - 7 pm at the Mack Family Funeral Home, Gardner Chapel, 105 Central St., Gardner.