‘It’s a tragedy for his family’ –Tributes paid as Westmeath community prepares to bid farewell to 89-year-old following fatal house fire

‘It’s a tragedy for his family’ –Tributes paid as Westmeath community prepares to bid farewell to 89-year-old following fatal house fire

An old age pensioner who tragically lost his life in a house fire in county Westmeath earlier this week has been remembered as a “friendly character” who left a lasting impression on all who knew him.