The long-time politician, known as “the Mammy of the Dáil”, was remembered as a trailblazer who was loving and loyal during her funeral mass held in Athlone, Westmeath
Also known as “the Mammy of the Dáil”, her funeral was attended by President Michael D Higgins, Taoiseach Simon Harris, Tanaiste Micheal Martin and other government officials.
Read more: Cynthia Ní Mhurchú on ‘saying goodbye’ to her late mother Columba after losing her father Aengus shared: “Mum definitely trailed a blaze, as Father Pat said in his homily. As a woman, she was first elected to Athlone Urban District Council in 1974. Aengus added: “It was a fascinating environment to grow up in. It was a very fast moving environment.
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