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Anna McAree

Derry primary school say fond farewell to crossing patrol lady after over 20 years of service

A Derry primary school has taken to social media to wish a beloved member of their school community a fond farewell.

Maureen Kavanagh is moving on to a new chapter of her life after being the crossing patrol lady at Derry's Steelstown Primary School after over 20 years.

Steelstown Primary School said that Maureen helped so many children, greeting them all each morning "with a cheery smile."

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While wishing Maureen "every happiness and good health" in entering a new chapter of her life, Steelstown Primary School said they will "miss her dearly."

On a social media post, Steelstown Primary School expressed how much Maureen means to the children attending the school, their parents and the staff.

They said: "We say sad farewell today to our very special Crossing Patrol Lady Mrs Maureen Kavanagh. Maureen has kept our children safe on the roads outside Steelstown P.S. for 22 years.

"She has helped so many children and families, and greets everyone each morning with a cheery smile. Maureen has the special gift of bringing the best out in others and we are forever grateful for all she has done for our school community.

"She has always been a joy to have in Steelstown. We will miss her dearly, but we wish Maureen every happiness and good health to enjoy the next chapters in her life. Thank you from everyone in Steelstown."

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