First funerals of Creeslough victims to take place today



The first funeral for a victim of the Creeslough explosion will take place this morning, when 24 year old Jessica Gallagher is laid to rest.

 

It will be followed by the funeral of 49 year old Martin McGill, which will take place later this afternoon.

 

Eleven candles have been placed on the alter of St Michael’s Church in Creeslough, to remember the 10 people who were tragically killed in the disaster, and one candle for those injured in the blast.

 

Archbishop of Armagh Eamon Martin says the entire country is grieving:

 

 

 

Further vigils took place in Donegal last night to remember the victims of the tragedy.

 

Hundreds attended an event in Ballyshannon to show solidarity with the families of the victims.

 

Speaking to Ocean FM News Parish Priest of the Parish of Kilbarron, Fr Cathal O Fearraí says the tragedy is hurting communities across the Country:

 

 

 



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