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Mother of Taoiseach Kenny dies

Politicians offered condolences to Enda Kenny after the death of his mother

Politicians offered condolences to Enda Kenny after the death of his mother

Saturday November 26 2011

The mother of Taoiseach Enda Kenny has died.

Eithne Kenny was 93 and was born in Glencolmcille in Co Donegal.

The Government has extended its condolences to the Kenny family.

Fine Gael Parliamentary Party chairman Charlie Flanagan also offered his offered sympathy to the Taoiseach and his family.

Mr Flanagan said: "The thought and prayers of the entire parliamentary party are with them all during this difficult time."

Tanaiste and Labour Party Leader Eamon Gilmore has offered his sympathies to the Taoiseach and the Kenny family.

Sinn Fein president Gerry Adams expressed his sympathy to the Taoiseach on the death of Mrs Kenny.

Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin also expressed his condolences.

Press Association

 
 

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