In loving memory of Esther Darlene Epstein (nee Campbell), who died peacefully in her sleep at home, on May 30, 2012, of lung cancer at the age of 71 years. Devoted wife and loving mother. Most recently co-authored a science fiction novel with her husband. Darls is survived by husband Barry Abraham Epstein; sons Mark Allan Charles Dougherty, Kevin Dougherty, Derrick Dougherty and Jason Epstein and grandchildren Steven Dougherty, Yasmeen Jasmine Epstein, Cameron Dougherty and Samantha Dougherty. Friends called at the Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay from 12 noon to 2 pm on Saturday, June 2, 2012. The funeral service to celebrate Darls’ life was conducted at 2 pm with Barry Epstein officiating. Interment in Kagawong Cedars Cemetery. If so desired, donations (by cheque only) to the Cancer Society or the Billings Library would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.culginfuneralhome.ca. Culgin Funeral Home, Gore Bay, 705-282-2270.