Derry Mayor Alderman Graham Warke has paid tribute to a member of the Mayor's charity, the Foyle Down Syndrome Trust.
Foyle Down Syndrome Trust informed the public of Bronagh's passing on their Facebook page.
In a post, they said: "It is with a very heavy heart that Foyle Down Syndrome Trust offers its sincerest condolences to Celine and Michael McLaughlin and the wider family on the sad passing of their beautiful daughter Bronagh.
"We at the Trust will remember Bronagh’s wonderful smile, infectious laugh and her immeasurable enthusiasm for life all of which had a positive impact on everyone she met.
"She touched our hearts, brightened our minds and uplifted us all in a moment and we will sorely miss her."
As the Mayor's charity this year, Mayor Alderman Graham Warke has been hosting events to fundraise for this charity close to his heart.
On his social media, Mayor Alderman Warke said: "I am truly heartbroken to learn about the passing of Bronagh McLaughlin.
"Bronagh was such a kind, loving and positive individual who always had a smile on her face and a real passion for life.
"My sincere condolences are with Bronagh's parents Celine and Michael, her siblings, her wider family and all of her friends at Foyle Down Syndrome Trust who I know will miss her so dearly."
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