25/09/2018

Mark Campbell Funeral Held In Ballyclare

The funeral has taken place of Matthew Campbell, who died after he was hit by a falling tree during Storm Ali.

Mr Campbell (24) was struck by a tree on Wednesday, 19 September, as he worked in Slieve Gullion Forest Park for Lagan Construction, on behalf of NI Water.

A funeral service for Mr Campbell was held on Monday, 24 September and he was buried in Ballyclare Cemetery.

Mr Campbell was due to marry his fiancée Robyn Newbury in August next year, and according to reports, Ms Newbury placed her wedding ring on Mr Campbell's finger during the funeral service.


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