Noeleen O’Kane’s family, friends, former colleagues and trade unionists gather in the Ardnashee College staff room for the launch of ‘Noeleen’s Corner’.

placeholder image — Noeleen O’Kane’s family, friends, former colleagues and trade unionists gather in the Ardnashee College staff room for the launch of ‘Noeleen’s Corner’.

Remembering Noeleen O’Kane

By Kevin Mullan

Published 1st Jul 2022, 15:34 BST

Noeleen’s family, friends, former colleagues and sister and brother trade unionists gathered at the school on Wednesday for the unveiling of ‘Noeleen’s Corner’ - a special space designed as an area where staff can take five minutes to speak with trade union representatives within a school setting

Noeleen passed away at just 49 last December after a short battle with cancer.

The late Noeleen O’Kane.

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The late Noeleen O’Kane.

Noeleen O’Kane’s family and loved ones with her colleague and friend Karen Rathfield, standing on right.

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Noeleen O’Kane’s family and loved ones with her colleague and friend Karen Rathfield, standing on right.

‘Noeleen’s Corner’ has been decorated with artwork by the pupils.

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‘Noeleen’s Corner’ has been decorated with artwork by the pupils.

A plaque dedicated to Noeleen’s memory.

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A plaque dedicated to Noeleen’s memory.

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