Funeral service announced for Ralph, Kith and baby Kate Singco as family tragically dies after road accident
A requiem mass is being held for a young Filipino couple and their unborn baby daughter, after the trio were killed in a tragic car accident.
On Saturday Ralph and Kith Singco posted a video of themselves on social media dancing at the top of a Swiss mountain - celebrating their sixth wedding anniversary and the expected birth of their baby daughter.
But on Sunday afternoon the couple were caught in a tragic car crash at Nutt's Corner which killed Kith and her unborn daughter, Kate, critically injuring Ralph.
Sadly he later passed away.
There has been an outpouring of grief on social media for the couple from friends and strangers.
A family notice said that “Ralph, Kith and Baby Kate” will arrive at St Vincent De Paul Church, Ligoneil on Tuesday 20 January for prayers of reception at 5.30pm followed with an overnight vigil.
A Requiem Mass for them will be held Wednesday 21st January at 12noon at the church.
Viewing will be held in O’Kanes Funeral Home, 116 -118 Donegall Street, Belfast BT1 2GX Saturday 17th January 10am-5pm, Sunday 18th January 10am-5pm and Monday 19th January 10am – 8pm.
It is understood Cathrene was originally from the Philippines and was working in Northern Ireland as a nurse.
A blue Ford Fiesta and a silver Skoda Superb collided on the Moira Road at about 2pm on Sunday.
It is understood Ms Singco and her husband – who was in his 30s – were backseat passengers in the same car.
Police have appealed for witnesses or anyone with dash-cam footage to come forward.
The day before the tragedy, Ms Singco took to Facebook to voice her hopes of becoming a new family, tagging in her husband, (Ralph) P'Rapz Anthony Sombilon Singco.
She posted a series of images of the beaming couple dancing at the peak of the Jungfrau mountain in Switzerland, celebrating their sixth wedding anniversary.
She said: “From traveling as two to traveling as three puhon,” followed by emojis of praying hands, crossed fingers and a baby.
(Puhon means God willing/hopefully in her own language).
She added: “Happy 6th years married,” followed by an emoji of two hands making a heart sign.
A family notice announcing the Requiem Mass last night has attracted 622 messages of condolence so far.
Many people expressed their shock at the scale of the tragedy.
Nicole Cassidy described it as "absolutely devastating news" and said they were "the most beautiful wee family".
Speaking for many others, Paula Rowley said the news was "Just devastating," while Aimee Brown added: "There are no words".
Margaret Foster added: "Unbearable...God rest their gentle souls."
Charlene McCombe said: "So sad... they are together now in heaven. Filipino ppl are the nicest race on earth - shame bad things happen to good ppl. RIP."
Jacqueline Burns, meanwhile, said it was "a tragic accident that took this beautiful family" as she offered prayers.
Work colleague Trish Cahill knew Kith personally, who also went by the name Cathrene.
"It was a pleasure working with you Cathrene," she said, as she expressed thoughts and prayers for her wider family.
Aisling Maoildearg said the situation was “Heartbreaking”, adding: “may their families find comfort in the fact they are all together now.”
Barbara Cowan said they had been “a beautiful couple” and were “so looking forward to baby kate coming” adding: “God bless them and there wee family and friends.”