Jimmy Buckley died in the Stardust fire aged 23

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Jimmy Buckley died aged 23 in the Stardust fire in Dublin on 14 February 1981.

His widow, Christina Smyth, recalled that they met as teenagers, married and welcomed daughter Julieann in February 1980.

Errol Buckley’s tribute described Jimmy as a caring brother who took on a parental role and was a talented singer and entertainer.

Errol was dancing in a Stardust competition that night; after he won, Jimmy joined him on stage and hugged him.

The family identified Jimmy at the morgue by his wedding ring, Errol’s tribute said.