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Funeral held of soldier from County Londonderry

Funeral held of soldier from County Londonderry

The funeral has taken place of Ranger Aaron McCormick, the Royal Irish Regiment soldier from Macosquin who was killed in Afghanistan.

Ranger McCormick, who was 22, died in an explosion while on duty in Helmand province. He had been helping to clear an area of improvised explosive devices when he was caught in a blast.

His funeral took place on Satruday (December 4) with full military honours in his home village of Macosquin. 

The Funeral Service took place in St. Mary’s Church. 

During the Service the Reverend Mike Roemmele told mourners that the soldier’s mottos were “clear the way” and “judge us by our deeds”.

He added: “In every aspect of his military life Aaron was a pioneer who cleared the way that othrs might follow him.

“In serving his country he also served the people of Afghanistan for whom he had great compassion.

“Judged by his deeds, he did not fall short. Today we honour him and express our pride in him.”

Ranger McCormick was buried in the adjoining Churchyard. A volley of shots was fired over the grave by members of the Royal Irish Regiment.

Among the many mourners was the Secretary of State Owen Patterson.

View the Passedaway.com Notice for Ranger Aaron McCormick.

 

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