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Irish Mirror
Irish Mirror
National
Michelle Cullen

Creeslough tragedy: 12-year-old son of victim gets standing ovation for brave and emotional tribute at dad's funeral

The 12-year-old son of James O’Flaherty moved mourners to their feet after he paid tribute to his dad who he described as “a great man”.

Hamish O’Flaherty addressed mourners at his father’s funeral mass following the Creeslough tragedy in Co Donegal on Friday.

James O’Flaherty was one of ten people killed in the blast with his son narrowly avoiding death after deciding to wait in the car while his dad popped into the shop.

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