Funeral to take place tomorrow of Matthew McGrath (22) as community from Aghagallon to Lurgan mourns his death

By Carmel Robinson
Published 14th Feb 2024, 15:29 BST
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Shock and sadness in the Lurgan, Aghagallon and Aghalee communities has followed the tragic death of 22-year-old Matthew McGrath.

A former pupil of St Ronan’s College in Lurgan, tributes have flooded social media for Matthew David McGrath who died peacefully on Monday (February 12) at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Belfast.

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In tributes to Matty has he was known to his friends, one person said: “So heartbreaking. Beautiful young lad. My thoughts and prayers for his family circle and friends.”

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Another person said: “So sorry to hear about the death of Matthew may his gentle soul RIP thinking of his entire family at this very very difficult time.”

One friend said: “He was so beloved none of the fellas will ever forget his silly laugh. Love you Matty rest easy brother.”

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Another said: “Matty you will be missed, you would’ve lit up any dark room.”