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John and Pat Hume say they are ‘deeply saddened’ at passing of Seamus Mallon

written by John January 24, 2020
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Former SDLP leader and Foyle MP John Hume and wife Pat saddened over death of Seamus Mallon

FORMER SDLP leader John Hume and his wife Pat say they are “deeply saddened” at the new that Seamus Mallon has passed away.

The former SDLP deputy leader died today at the age of 83.

Pat Hume said this evening: “We are deeply saddened to learn of the death of our dear friend Seamus Mallon.

“History will remember Seamus as one of the great Irish patriots and peacemakers.

“He was a man of huge strength and courage, who stood with John for many years in the fight for justice, peace and reconciliation on this island.

“Seamus was fearless in his condemnation of violence regardless of its source and was a rock of integrity throughout his career which spanned some of our most difficult days.

“His clarity, insight and political nous sustained the SDLP, often during periods while John was away, and were a source of inspiration not only at home but throughout the world.

“His work for many years as SDLP deputy leader, MP for Newry and Armagh and deputy first minister was defined by his dogged determination and deep devotion to the betterment of his community and his country, which he truly loved.

“In later years, he showed the same devotion and dignity in the care of his late wife Gertrude – they were a formidable partnership.

“Men like Seamus Mallon don’t come along too often, we should for grateful for his work in our time and cherish his legacy and preserve his values by never giving up on standing up for what is right, standing tall against prejudice and injustice and standing for making Ireland a country of peace and partnership.

“We wish to express our sincere condolences to Seamus’ daughter Orla and his wider family circle.”

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