Death of former tánaiste's sister

The death has taken place of Kay (Catherine) Doyle, the sister of former Labour Party leader and tánaiste, Dick Spring.

The death has taken place of Kay (Catherine) Doyle, the sister of former Labour Party leader and tánaiste, Dick Spring.

Ms Doyle of Ardachnoic, Spunkane, Waterville, Co Kerry was in her early 60s and died unexpectedly on Tuesday.

The removal will take place at 8pm this evening from her home in Waterville to St Finians Parish Church.

The funeral mass will take place at 12pm tomorrow with the burial in the adjoining cemetery.

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