Christine Keegan, a long-time campaigner for those killed in the Stardust nightclub fire, has died.
She passed away yesterday after fighting for several years for a fresh inquest into the blaze, which claimed the lives of two of her daughters.
Very sad news tonight that Mrs Christine Keegan, the Mother who fought tirelessly for justice for her two daughters has passed away. May she rest in peace 💔 #JFT48
— Lynn Boylan 🍷📖🐾 (@LNBDublin) July 14, 2020
16 year-old Martina and Mary who was 19, were among 48 people who died when the Artane venue went up in flames during a Valentine's disco in February 1981.
Last year it was confirmed a new inquest into the tragedy would take place but it is yet to get underway.
Sinn Féin senator Lynn Boylan has supported the families in their campaign in recent years;
"I just think it's incredibly sad news to hear of the passing of Mrs Keegan. She's been a formidable campaigner for the families of those who lost their lives in the Stardust and to get so close to the new inquest and hopefully getting the answers that the families deserve, it's just deeply tragic."
