Sinéad O’Connor’s Father Shares Heartfelt Stories of Visiting Her Grave Weekly

The father of singer Sinéad O’Connor, Seán O’Connor, visits his daughter’s grave every week to have a conversation with her or bring her up to date on his life. In a recent interview on RTÉ Radio 1’s Oliver Callan show, Seán shared his feelings about his daughter's passing on July 26th, 2023. He expressed how he still misses her and finds comfort in the outpouring of grief from her fans. Seán described the two personas of Sinéad, one in the public eye and the other with her family, making her funeral a poignant moment for her fans but a private loss for the family.

Seán revealed that he visits Sinéad's grave weekly, touching the gravestone designed by his daughter Eimear, which simply bears her name, birth and death dates, and 'God is Love'. He emphasized that the grave is more for her fans, while the family keeps her in their hearts. Reflecting on their relationship, Seán shared moments of joy and occasional conflicts with Sinéad, highlighting a memorable holiday they shared in Wexford.

Seán also discussed the impact of Sinéad's death on the family, noting the unity among siblings despite their differences. He expressed his belief in God and the importance of love and caring for others, especially as he grows older.

According to the source: The Irish Times.