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Joseph McWhinney
Key Facts
Occupation/Rank: Messenger
Date of Death: 16 April 1941
Place of Death: 22 Unity Street
Age: 14
Joseph was killed when a parachute mine struck the spire of Trinity Street Church during the Easter Tuesday Raid.
His parents Joseph and Bridget and siblings Mary, Eileen and James were also killed.
Joseph's body was taken to St George’s Market where he was identified by his uncle.
He is buried in Milltown Cemetery with his father and siblings.
Related People
| Surname | Forename(s) | Age | Occupation/Rank | Date of Death | Place of Death | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McWhinney | Joseph | 45 | Railway worker | 16 April 1941 | 22 Unity Street | View |
| McWhinney | Bridget | 46 | Housewife | 16 April 1941 | 22 Unity Street | View |
| McWhinney | Eileen | 18 | Trouser Presser and ARP Telephonist | 16 April 1941 | 22 Unity Street | View |
| McWhinney | Mary | 16 | Stitcher | 16 April 1941 | 22 Unity Street | View |
| McWhinney | James | 11 | - | 16 April 1941 | 22 Unity Street | View |
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