Priest says funerals shouldn't be a ‘celebration of a person's life of crime'

A balaclava, a cannabis joint along with a screwdriver and pliers were among the floral tributes at hitman Tristan Sherry's funeral this week. Why are displays like this allowed at funerals? Do they glorify criminality? Andrea was joined by Fr Aquinas Duffy and more listeners to discuss...

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12.48 19 Jan 2024

Priest says funerals shouldn&#...

Priest says funerals shouldn't be a ‘celebration of a person's life of crime'

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12.48 19 Jan 2024

A balaclava, a cannabis joint along with a screwdriver and pliers were among the floral tributes at hitman Tristan Sherry's funeral this week.

Why are displays like this allowed at funerals?

Do they glorify criminality?

Andrea was joined by Fr Aquinas Duffy and more listeners to discuss...

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