Menu
23/04/2004
Funeral held for west Belfast teenager
The funeral service for west Belfast teenager Megan McAlorum has taken place this morning.
As the cortege processed the short distance from the family home to the St Oliver Plunkett Church in Lenadoon, family members carried the white coffin.
Officiating at the Requiem Mass Father Martin Magill in his homily said that Megan had been a friendly young girl who had been bursting with life.
Father Magill told mourners that he had been touched by the bravery of Megan's mother who had told him that the family would not be destroyed by the death.
Megan's father, mother and six brothers and sisters comforted each other during the service.
Following Funeral Mass the coffin was taken for interment at the City Cemetery.
The body of the 16-year-old was discovered on waste ground half a mile from the Glenside Road, Dunmurry, near Belfast, on Monday 12 April. She had severe head injuries.
A 16-year-old male has been charged with murder while a 24-year-old man is accused of withholding information.
(MB)
As the cortege processed the short distance from the family home to the St Oliver Plunkett Church in Lenadoon, family members carried the white coffin.
Officiating at the Requiem Mass Father Martin Magill in his homily said that Megan had been a friendly young girl who had been bursting with life.
Father Magill told mourners that he had been touched by the bravery of Megan's mother who had told him that the family would not be destroyed by the death.
Megan's father, mother and six brothers and sisters comforted each other during the service.
Following Funeral Mass the coffin was taken for interment at the City Cemetery.
The body of the 16-year-old was discovered on waste ground half a mile from the Glenside Road, Dunmurry, near Belfast, on Monday 12 April. She had severe head injuries.
A 16-year-old male has been charged with murder while a 24-year-old man is accused of withholding information.
(MB)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
13 February 2024
Tourism NI Launch New 'Get Into Tourism' Training Course
Tourism NI has announced the launch of a new accredited training course, designed to encourage people to 'Get Into Tourism'. The organisation has teamed up with Belfast Metropolitan College to deliver the free Level 2 City and Guilds qualifications.
Tourism NI Launch New 'Get Into Tourism' Training Course
Tourism NI has announced the launch of a new accredited training course, designed to encourage people to 'Get Into Tourism'. The organisation has teamed up with Belfast Metropolitan College to deliver the free Level 2 City and Guilds qualifications.
09 February 2024
Chief Constable Criticised For Not Inviting UUP To PNSI Graduation
The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) has criticised PNSI Chief Constable, Jon Boutcher, for his failure to invite their party leader, Doug Beattie, to the PSNI Graduation Ceremony. UUP member of the Policing Board, Mike Nesbitt, said: "For the avoidance of doubt, I welcome the fact Michelle O'Neill MLA will attend in her capacity as First Minister.
Chief Constable Criticised For Not Inviting UUP To PNSI Graduation
The Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) has criticised PNSI Chief Constable, Jon Boutcher, for his failure to invite their party leader, Doug Beattie, to the PSNI Graduation Ceremony. UUP member of the Policing Board, Mike Nesbitt, said: "For the avoidance of doubt, I welcome the fact Michelle O'Neill MLA will attend in her capacity as First Minister.
19 February 2024
Home Safety And Crime Prevention Event At Belfast City Hall
A free home safety and crime prevention advice event is to be held at Belfast City Hall on Friday, 01 March. The Belfast Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has organised the event, which is free and will take place from 10am-1pm in Belfast City Hall. Complimentary tea, coffee and refreshments will also be provided.
Home Safety And Crime Prevention Event At Belfast City Hall
A free home safety and crime prevention advice event is to be held at Belfast City Hall on Friday, 01 March. The Belfast Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has organised the event, which is free and will take place from 10am-1pm in Belfast City Hall. Complimentary tea, coffee and refreshments will also be provided.
21 March 2024
BCC Unveils Refreshed Strategic Plan For Belfast City Centre
New plans to support the most vulnerable in Belfast while growing the economy, regenerating neighbourhoods and achieving climate targets have been published in a refreshed strategic plan for the city. First published in 2017, the Belfast Agenda set out joint vision for the city up to 2035.
BCC Unveils Refreshed Strategic Plan For Belfast City Centre
New plans to support the most vulnerable in Belfast while growing the economy, regenerating neighbourhoods and achieving climate targets have been published in a refreshed strategic plan for the city. First published in 2017, the Belfast Agenda set out joint vision for the city up to 2035.
20 March 2024
Belfast Man Handed Two-Year Stalking Protection Order
The PSNI have welcomed a two-year Stalking Protection Order (SPO) handed down to a 46-year-old Belfast man at Belfast Magistrates Court. The man had been found guilty of stalking and harassing his 50-year-old female ex-partner.
Belfast Man Handed Two-Year Stalking Protection Order
The PSNI have welcomed a two-year Stalking Protection Order (SPO) handed down to a 46-year-old Belfast man at Belfast Magistrates Court. The man had been found guilty of stalking and harassing his 50-year-old female ex-partner.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:A dry evening with late sunny spells and some long clear spells overnight. Becoming cloudier across the north towards dawn with a few showers possible. Touch of frost in south. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
