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MID Ulster Council has opened a Book of Condolence following the death of Pope Francis.
The physical Books of Condolence was opened from this morning at the Burnavon, Cookstown; the Hill of the O’Neill and Ranfurly House, Dungannon; and The Bridewell, Magherafelt.
An online Book of Condolence can be signed at www.midulstercouncil.org/bookofcondolence.
Chair of the Council, Councillor Eugene Mcconnell, said: “”I am deeply saddened at the passing of His Holiness, Pope Francis, a man whose life was devoted to compassion, inclusion and the service of others. I offer sincere condolences to all those affected by this loss.”