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10th Mar 2022

Daughter of Bernadette Connolly delivers heartbreaking tribute at her mum’s funeral

Kat O'Connor

Bernadette was laid to rest this week.

The daughter of Bernadette Connolly has paid tribute to her mother at her funeral.

Jade delivered a moving speech during the ceremony.

Her mother’s body was found in Blackpool, England last week.

Jade confirmed the harrowing news on Instagram but said her memories of her mam will live forever.

“Mam and I have had 30 years together, for that I am grateful, and our memories will live forever.

“As her daughter, I truly know I did all I could in my power to find her. We prayed for people to light a path to bring her home and we’re so grateful to have her back and now we can lay her to rest.”

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During the ceremony, Jade described her mum as “beautiful, funny, kind and true”.

According to The Irish Mirror, she said: “You brought so much love, light, and laughter into all of our lives. The loving sister, a devoted daughter to my granny and grandad.

“Mam, I will never forget the day that changed all of our lives forever, being told you were missing, last seen on a beach, the sense of helplessness we all felt.

“Our bond is unbreakable, it’s so strong. We’re the best of friends who shared many laughs, many highs, many lows, countless memories that will live on forever and I promise to make many more for us both.

Jade added, “Thank you truly for giving me everything, love, laughs, courage, and strength, telling me straight and correcting me when I’m wrong.”

We’re keeping Jade and her family in our thoughts during this heartbreaking time.