ESTHER MARY SHORTLAND, beloved wife of John Shortland, passed away at the Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at the age of 82 years. Besides her loving husband John, she is survived by her son Steven (Dorothy) White of Edmonton and daughter Susan (Edward) Carroll of Virginia Beach, U.S.A. and grandchildren Kris (Laurelie) White of Edmonton and Kerry (Graham) Bodner of Edmonton. Mary was born in England and has lived in several cities throughout North America finally settling in Lethbridge. Mary’s most enjoyable times were spent travelling with her husband John on numerous cruises. She also enjoyed knitting and gardening in her younger years. Mary and John were married for 17 years and she will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her. A Memorial Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Canon Allan McCuaig officiating. In memory of Mary, donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund, 324 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 3L7.