Pat Hume was source of calm during chaotic times, mourners told

(Left-right) John Junior, Mo, Therese, Aidan (left back) and Aine (right back) during the funeral of their mother Pat Hume. Picture: Liam McBurney/PA

A son of Pat Hume, the widow of former SDLP leader and Nobel peace prize winner John, has paid tribute to her warmth, kindness and wisdom at her funeral.

Mrs Hume, a mother-of-five from Derry, died at home after a short illness on Thursday, surrounded by family.