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Daniel O'Donnell announces death of mother-in-law

Daniel O'Donnell
Daniel O'Donnell

Country singer Daniel O'Donnell has announced the death of his mother-in-law, Marion.

Confirming the news on Facebook, he wrote, "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Majella's mother Marion."

He continued, "Marion died last night surrounded by her family in St Mary’s nursing home in Galway.

"We will be forever grateful to the wonderful staff of St Mary's for the great care Marion received since going to live there and especially in her final days. The care and compassion shown to Marion and indeed her family was second to none.

"Our thanks also to all the staff at Galway University Hospital for their care of Marion during her recent stay there."

O'Donnell posted a series of photos of the late Marion and her family

O'Donnell also wrote, "Marion was a beautiful person. Many who met her often referred to her as 'a lady’. I was blessed to have her as my mother in law."

The music star finished his post by saying, "She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. May she rest in peace."

Majella O'Donnell confirmed the sad news on X.

Majella O'Donnell also posted about the news on social media, saying that she will miss her mother "terribly"

Posting a photo of her mother, she wrote, "I am very sad to announce that my beautiful mother (Marion Roche) passed away last night. We will miss her terribly, " along with an emoji depicting a broken heart.

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