A true warrior: Leigh Gath fulfilled her mantra by living life to the full

A true warrior: Leigh Gath fulfilled her mantra by living life to the full

Leigh Gath was born with impaired arms and legs caused by thalidomide, which was prescribed for morning sickness in pregnant woman. Picture: Brian Arthur

When “courageous” disability advocate Leigh Gath died suddenly last month, she left behind great sadness but also significant reforms for the disability community.

Deep affection for Leigh was clear during the funeral in her beloved Pallaskenry, Co Limerick. 

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