AN appeal has been issued to trace the relatives of a former soldier who has died aged 37.
Eric Wolfgang Michael O'Shaughnessy was originally born in Galway in the Republic of Ireland and had served as a Private in the infantry of The Royal Irish Regiment from November 2007 to June 2011.
Mr O'Shaughnessy had been living in Garswood at the time of his death and his funeral is due to take place later this week.
If you can help trace any members of his family contact Gillian Green at St Helens Council on 01744 675359 or email gilliangreen@sthelens.gov.uk.
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