“You just learn to live with it. It’s day-to-day. Different things remind you like a song on the radio.” The words of Angela O’Donnell as she and her husband Joe make final preparations for the 40th anniversary Mass in memory of the terrible tragedy. Four of their children and babysitter lost their lives in their home at Upper Ard O’Donnell on the 26th of April 1986. The anniversary Mass will take place on Saturday week in St. Eunan’s Cathedral where the celebrant will be family friend Fr. John Joe Duffy. The O’Donnell family has extended an open invitation to members of the community to attend a commemorative Mass, celebrated by Fr. John Joe Duffy, on Saturday, 25th April at 4pm. To mark the anniversary, a committee of friends have also organised a remembrance event, including a musical tribute at St Eunan’s Cathedral on Sunday, 26th April. The event will feature guest artists including Margo O’Donnell, Shunie Crampsey, Sinead & Alex Black, local choirs and performances from local artists, family members, and friends.
