Country music legend Margo O'Donnell has shared a touching tribute to her late nephew, Frankie 'Bosco' O'Donnell, who passed away last month after a four-year battle with cancer. Margo described the outpouring of grief and the hero's send-off Frankie received, highlighting the strong community spirit in Donegal. She reflected on Frankie's personality, noting similarities to his grandfather and her brother, fellow country star Daniel. Margo also spoke of the precious memories Frankie made with his wife Lisa and their children in his final years.
Margo O'Donnell has paid tribute to her late nephew Frankie, saying her heartbroken family have lost a "pure diamond".
Read more: Shawn Cuddy's key to a successful marriage and family life in country music and why he feels blessed She said: "It was like a State funeral. There were people lined up along the road from Frankie's house to the church and they were clapping as his coffin passed by. "Daniel has the spiritual side to him where likes to sing the Gospel stuff. I can see my father in Daniel, but I could see my father's double in Frankie," she told the Sunday World.
Frankie spent the last few years making priceless memories with wife Lisa and their children Sarah, Logan and Ryan.
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