RIP: Funeral details announced for boy who died from injuries in Waterford arson attack

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Elliot English passed away from injuries he sustained in last month’s fatal arson attack in Waterford city

Funeral details have been announced for the six-year-old boy who died from the injuries he sustained in a fatal arson attack in Waterford city.

Elliot English passed away at Crumlin Children’s Hospital on Friday, November 6.

He is the fifth member of the English family to die as a result of the fire that broke out at their home in Birchwood last month.

Elliot will repose at Tom Hennessy’s Funeral Home in Johnstown, Waterford from 5pm to 6:30pm on Thursday, November 12.

Requiem Mass will take place at the Sacred Heart Church, The Folly at 12 noon on Friday, November 13, followed by burial in Kilbarry Cemetery.

The Month’s Mind for Elliot’s parents, Kim and Philip, as well as his brothers Callum and Jayden, will also be celebrated at the Mass.

The family has requested that bright colours be worn to the funeral.

May They Rest in Peace.

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