1 141/8/8 Drumboe Castle
Co Donegal 15.3.23 Dear Sir, I now take in hand the very
sad task, of compling with Charlie's wishes.
He wants the family to reconcile themselves
as far as possible to Gods Holy Will. He himself (R.I.P) was quite reconciled to
his fate, and bore it bravely, as he bore
all disadvantages, during the three years
I knew him. It shall comfort you to know the officers
here done all they could for them.
They had the attendance of three priests
during the greater part of the preceding
night, and in the morning they attended
Mass, and received Holy Communion. They
were all quite cheerful, as they knew they
were going to meet their Maker, and all were
very well prepared. 2 2.
Now Mr Daly I know it is beyond my powers of
comprehension the loss you suffer, but still try
and do as dear Charlie asked. We must all
bow to God and His holy Will. My comrades here, wish me to convey to
you their heartfelt sorrow at the loss
of such a fine comrade & chum.
I might add Charlie always made friends
no matter where he was, and it continued
even in captivity. May he rest in Peace Believe me
Yours in sorrow
Jas. J. Donaghy