The Bobby Sands Trust regrets to learn of the death of John Sands (pictured front left, carrying his son’s coffin), father of our comrade Bobby. Deepest condolences to his wife Rosaleen, daughters Marcella, Bernadette and son John;  to Gerard Sands and family;  and the wider family circle. Go ndéana Dia Trocaire ar a anam uasal Gaelach.

Requiem Mass, 10am, Tuesday, 17th June, St Agnes’ Chapel, Andersonstown Road, Belfast.