A fond tribute was paid at council to Lurgan businesswoman Bernie O’Neill, who passed away peacefully on Sunday (October 25) in Craigavon Area Hospital.

Bernadette (Bernie) O’Neill (née Doran) is survived by her husband Ciaran and wider family circle. She was well known in Lurgan through her ‘Perfect Day/Perfect Night’ wedding brand.

Speaking at Monday’s ABC Council meeting, TUV Councillor Keith Ratcliffe said: “I was very sad to learn of the passing of Bernie O’Neill over the weekend. I knew Bernie very well. She was in the wedding industry, and I knew Ciaran extremely well as well.

Bernie O'Neill: Tributes to respected Lurgan businesswoman who touched the lives...

The late Bernadette (Bernie) O’Neill (née Doran). Photo: submitted

“Bernie had built up a huge business in Lurgan, in the wedding industry, dealing with many brides over the years, and I got to know her very well.

“I knew she hadn’t been well for quite some time. My wife had actually sent her a wee message last week. So, my deepest sympathy to Ciaran and all the family circle there as well.”

François Vincent, Local Democracy Reporter