Louth fishing boat tragedy victim named
Funeral details have been released for the man who died when a fishing boat sank in Carlingford Lough
Funeral details have been released for the man who died when a fishing boat sank in Carlingford Lough on Tuesday.
The man has been named as Andrew O'Hare.
His funeral notice reads:
“Died at sea on 2nd June 2026.
“Deeply regretted by his loving family.
“Beloved husband of Sinéad, cherished father of Rachel (Michael), Gráinne and David and doting grandfather of Daithí and Oisín.
“Loving son of Alice and late James, and brother to Liam (Shirley) and Paul (Sharon) and uncle to his nieces and nephews.
“Andrew will be reposing at his late residence, 1 Beechill Park, Belfast, BT8 6NT from Thursday 4th June, those wishing to pay their respects are welcome to call Thursday and Friday between 2pm and 8pm.
“Requiem mass will be held in Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Drumbo, on Saturday at 11am, followed by burial in adjoining cemetery.”
Shortly after 12.30pm, the Irish Coast Guard’s Marine Rescue Co-ordination Centre (MRCC) in Dublin received a report from a member of the public that a fishing boat was in difficulty and sinking in the lough.
Another man was recovered from the water by a local vessel and brought to Greenore Harbour.