Mother's moving tribute to son (17) killed in Donegal crash - 'Not lost, not gone, just out of sight'
Briefly

Shaun Martin McClafferty, aged 17, was laid to rest following a tragic accident that claimed his life and that of his friend Jamie Diver. The funeral service at Teach Pobail Chriost Rí, Gortahork drew around 1,000 mourners, highlighting his impact within the community. Fr Ó Gallchoir emphasized the importance of road safety during his homily, warning that cars can be 'lethal weapons.' The deep sense of grief in the parish was palpable, as attendees honored both Shaun and Jamie, reflecting on their lives and the significance of safe driving.
In a moving homily, Fr Ó Gallchoir appealed to the congregation to exercise great care and caution while driving on the roads, saying 'cars can be a very lethal weapon.'
Mr McClafferty 'touched the lives of all he knew' and 'shines an endless light', as described by friends and family during the emotional farewell.
Read at Irish Independent
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