Memorial Mass for Jill in hometown

The family of murdered Irishwoman Jill Meagher have invited the public to a memorial Mass at St Peter’s Church in Drogheda.

The 29-year-old’s uncle, Michael McKeon, said it was fitting to remember her where she spent her early years. “We have decided to hold a memorial Mass for her in Drogheda, the town she first called home, on Friday, so that she can be remembered on both sides of the world on the same day.”

Ms Meagher’s body was found in a shallow grave last week, days after she went missing following a night out with work colleagues in Melbourne, Australia. Police have charged Adrian Bayley with her rape and murder.

Ms Meagher’s family will hold a private funeral service on Friday morning in Melbourne.

“Her heartbroken parents will then bring her ashes with them as they return to her home in Perth where she spent many happy years,” said Mr McKeon.