Johnny Guirke (Meath West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I did not think I would be asked to speak. I offer my sympathies to Richard and to John's wife and family. I did not know John myself but from going around canvassing in north Meath I can say I am glad he has not been there these days because it has been a lot easier to get a vote. I offer my sympathies to Richard who I know and to John's wife and family. May he rest in peace.

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