The funeral of Matthew Healy has taken place at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Watergrasshill, Co Cork.
The chief celebrant Father Christy Fitzgerald led the ceremony, assisted by Father Liam Power, Parish of Saint Joseph, Saint Benildus and Saint Mary, Diocese of Waterford and Lismore.
Readings were read by members of Matthew's Family, and offertory gifts were presented that reflected Matthew's life.
Opening the ceremony, Fr. Fitzgerald said, "We are where no one wants to be today. Though springtime beckons and the daffodils are above ground, Matthew’s death leaves us all encircled by pain, sadness, and overwhelming grief.
Funeral of Matthew Healy, Watergrasshill, Co Cork
"We seek light to give us hope, to point us in a better direction, to lift some of the burden that grief brings, and though for some, faith may be severely challenged and tested at this time, it is to the Lord we look for that light and hope today."
"We do what we do best at this time. As a community, we come together to offer support and share our condolences and prayers. We pray for Matthew’s parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and extended family.
"We are very mindful of Matthew’s classmates from senior infants in Faithlegg National School, his teammates in Park Rangers under 7’s."
The accused will be remanded in custody in Limerick Prison until her next court appearance via video link on Tuesday, February 20.
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