Two victims of the Berkeley tragedy laid to rest
The funerals of Eoghan Culligan and Eimear Walsh were held in Dublin today.
The funerals have taken place of Eoghan Culligan and Eimear Walsh, who died in the Berkeley balcony collapse in California.
Hundreds of mourners gathered at the two services in Dublin.
The funeral of 21 year old Eimear Walsh in Foxrock heard that Ireland is united in grief.
Her father Jim described Eimear as kind hearted, fun loving and independent - and said her family will be forever proud of her.
Meanwhile in Rathfarnham, symbols of Eoghan Culligan's life were brought to the altar - including a sports jersey and his grandfathers watch.
Eoghan is survived by his parents Marie and Gerry and his brothers Andrew and Stephen.
One of his brother's paid this tribute to the 21 year old.
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