Children of Limerick woman pay tribute to mother who died in suspicious circumstances

The children of a Limerick mother of eight, who died in suspicious circumstances in Holland, have paid tribute to their "amazing" mum who loved them all unconditionally with her "healing hugs".

Martina O'Brien Viguurs, (64), a former nurse and air hostess, was found dead last Monday in her Dutch home, having sustained severe head injuries.

A man has appeared before a court in the city of Den Bosch and is awaiting a decision by authorities on whether or not he will face charges over her death.

Speaking on Saturday at their mother's funeral mass in Rathkeale, Co Limerick, four of Ms O'Brien's devoted children spoke lovingly of "an incredibly special woman", who "is still an incredibly special soul".