Úna is synonymous with the MacCafferty School of Music.
She is renowned for her work at the school that has provided singing lessons in Derry for over sixty years and was started by her late father, James MacCafferty in the late fifties when he taught singing, piano and musical theory.
Since his demise in the mid-nineties the school has carried on under the guidance of Úna.
Saturday’s surprise party was organised by Úna’s friends and former pupils. Over 60 attended, some travelling from all over the country.
The lady herself was surprised and shocked to say the least.
"I was gobsmacked when I walked through the doors! I never expected anything like this and to see so many past pupils, some I haven’t seen for years, was an absolute pleasure. I extend a massive thank you to all who organised, attended and indeed, sang on Saturday,” she said.
5. Úna and granddaughter Kate Ó Somacháin pictured on Saturday at the Everglades Hotel.
Úna and granddaughter Kate Ó Somacháin pictured on Saturday at the Everglades Hotel. Photo: Jim McCafferty
6. Úna with family members at Saturday's event - Maire Worth, Jean McCafferty, Bláthnaid Mahon, Eliza Jane MacCafferty and Joyce Ann MacCafferty.
Úna with family members at Saturday's event - Maire Worth, Jean McCafferty, Bláthnaid Mahon, Eliza Jane MacCafferty and Joyce Ann MacCafferty. Photo: Jim McCafferty
7. Rachel Tierney, Úna and Emer Dunne pictured at Saturday's birthday celebrations.
Rachel Tierney, Una and Emer Dunne pictured at Saturday's birthday celebrations. Photo: Jim McCafferty
8. Úna pictured with husband Ciaran and family - Kate, Brenda and Niall Ó Somacháin.
Úna pictured with husband Ciaran and family - Kate, Brenda and Niall Ó Somacháin. Photo: Jim McCafferty