Memorial mass planned for Martin McGuiness on first anniversary of his death

By Q Radio News

A memorial mass will be held this evening - one year to the day Martin McGuinness died.

The Former Deputy First Minister passed away at the age of 66 from a rare heart condition.

This evening's service for family and friends at Long Tower is the start of a series of events in his memory.

Sinn Fein Foyle MLA, Raymond McCartney expects an outpouring of love this weekend - similar to that seen at Mr McGuinness' funeral.

Elisha McCallion commented: “Sinn Féin in Derry are organising a number of events along with Martin’s family to mark his first anniversary which is on Wednesday 21st March.

“These will conclude with a major event ‘Remembering The Chieftain’ with Gerry Adams in the Millennium Forum at 7.30pm on Monday 26th March.

“This will be a celebration of the life and times of Martin McGuinness, in conversation with Gerry Adams and Raymond McCartney.

“From the 1970s, Martin and Gerry shared many memories, both joyous and poignant and Gerry will be reflecting on their friendship, which was set to the backdrop of unprecedented political change in Ireland.

“His unique insight of Martin, is that of a friend, whom he knew for over 40 years and it will undoubtedly be an emotional and uplifting recollection.

It is open to the public and admission is free so I would urge people to come along to what is sure to be a remarkable occasion.”