San Francisco Rose win helps ease the pain of family after Berkeley tragedy

San Francisco Rose Amanda Donohoe tells Catherine Shanahan that being part of the Rose of Tralee festival has a very special meaning for her and her family.

San Francisco Rose win helps ease the pain of family after Berkeley tragedy

It has its share of critics, but, for the San Francisco Rose, who lost a sister and cousin in the Berkeley balcony collapse, taking part in the Rose of Tralee Festival has had a powerful cathartic effect on the entire family.

“It’s like I’ve already won more than I’ve ever wanted because it’s given my parents a definite boost,” said Amanda Donohue.

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