The Sinn Féin leader took to X to make the announcement
Sinn Féin Uachtarán Mary Lou McDonald has thanked the public for their "love and support" as she announced the death of her father this morning.
It is understood that Mr McDonald passed away at Caritas Nursing Home in South Dublin on Monday and that his funeral will take place on Tuesday.Posting on X, Mary Lou McDonald said: "My father has died. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. My family is grieving. A million thanks for all the love and support for us. We appreciate it greatly."
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