76. It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our father on March 25, 2009 surrounded by his loving family. He was a proud Newfoundlander. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was a lovely man with a great sense of humor and he enjoyed a good joke. In younger days, he enjoyedhunting and fishing with his buddies. He loved Newfoundland and Irish music and was wonderfully talented at the piano, accordion, and guitar. He enjoyed bantering with his sons-in-law about hockey and his favorite teams. He was very proud of his family. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion - Fairview Branch. He worked at Toledo Scales and Howe Richardson as a Mechanical Technician for more than 30 years. Born in St. John’s, Newfoundland, he was the son of the late John and Gertrude (Madden) Shortall. He is survived by his daughters: Linda (Kevin) Whalen; Roseanne (Ken) Anderson, Judy (Willie) Wensel; son, Paul; and nine grandchildren, all of Halifax. Brothers: Tommy, Paddy, Kevin, Leonard, and their families, all of Newfoundland. He is predeceased by brothers: Bernard, Michael, Frank and twin brother John. Memorial Service was held on Saturday, March 28/09 at 1 p.m. Father Lloyd O'Neil officiated with interment at a later date. Donations in memorycan be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of choice. On-line condolence may be sent by visiting www.atlanticfuneralhomes.com