Memories recalled at anniversary Mass

BEAUTIFUL memories of a fun-loving girl who was stabbed to death at her home in Rochestown, Cork, were recalled at her first anniversary Mass yesterday.

Friends and family in the 350-strong congregation wept openly in the Prince of Peace Church, Fossa, Killarney, Co Kerry, as tributes were paid to 20-year-old Nichola Sweeney.

The celebrant, Fr Charles Owen from London, a friend of the Sweeney family, said Nichola was in their midst and, whilst they were still heart-broken, she would one day share her joy in God’s presence with them.