Bishop Edward Daly death: Tributes paid to man of the people and man of peace

A man of peace, passion and persistence was how Bishop Edward Daly was repeatedly described in the many tributes that followed the announcement of his death.
Bishop Edward Daly death: Tributes paid to man of the people and man of peace

President Michael D Higgins led the tributes, saying Bishop Daly’s courage during the appalling events of Bloody Sunday was “but one part of the great contribution that was his life of service to the citizens of Derry”.

“His sense of compassion was delivered into the lives of the people he served with a practical and courageous commitment,” he said.

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