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Statement by Taoiseach Micheál Martin on the passing of Father Pat Cogan
I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Father Pat Cogan, a man who did so much to tackle homelessness and housing insecurity throughout this country.
Since he founded Respond 40 years ago, Fr. Pat tirelessly and passionately advocated for the most vulnerable in our communities, helping provide quality and safe homes for thousands of people.
A native of Turners Cross in Cork, Fr. Pat was a man of deep faith as well as action. His dedication to social justice continues to this day through the work of the Respond Housing Agency.
Fr. Pat leaves a lasting and impactful legacy through the generations of families able to call a home their own.
My deep condolences to all his family, the Franciscan Community, and friends at this time.
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