Heartbreaking: Dave Hughes reveals tragic loss within his family

A few days ago, fans were shaken by the heart-wrenching news from a much-loved comedian and radio presenter.

Dave 'Hughesy' Hughes took to social media to announce the passing of his mother, Carmel, last Saturday, October 7.


'My angel mum Carmel passed away last night at home, surrounded by the love of her family. She has earnt the rest,' he wrote alongside a photo of his parents and son, Rafferty.

Last Friday, October 6, Hughesy shared the news on the Hughesy, Ed and Erin show that his mother had been hospitalised and was unlikely to wake up again.


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Dave 'Hughesy' Hughes announced that his mother had passed away on social media. Credit: @dhughesy/Instagram


'It's been a tough couple of weeks,' he said.

‘She’s still with us, but it won’t be long. She’s a beautiful woman who’s been a great matriarch of the family, and we’re all around her at the moment,’ Hughesy revealed, sharing that the family had 'been going through photos' to honour Carmel's life.


'Mum grew up in an orphanage, and there's a photo of her teaching a class with nuns looking over her…She had to leave the orphanage because she didn't want to be a teacher, so she left with nothing and went and became a nurse and met Dad.'

This tragedy was especially significant to Hughesy, who, unfortunately, lost his father, Des Hughes, in 2010 following a battle with cancer.

He also reflected on his mother's legacy during the radio segment: 'She's been a beautiful mother who really supports her children.’

‘Everyone goes through [losing their parents]...but the memories of all the sacrifice, and all the good times…She's done so well in her life. We'll miss her a lot. She's always been stoic and never complained,’ he added.

The comedian's post was met with an outpouring of support, with those commenting showing their love and support for him and his family.


‘Oh, Hugh. Your most brilliant, funny, wise and grounded ma. Baker of biscuits. Summer-up of situations. Farewell, beloved Carmen. She has jewels in her crown,’ radio and TV presenter Kate Langbroek wrote.

‘Big love to you all, mate. She raised a champion,’ television host Osher Günsberg commented on Hughes’ post.

Another television personality, Yvie Jones, said, ‘Oh Dave, I’m so sorry to hear this. Sending you all my love. To you and your family. Such a hard loss, our mums. I’m so sorry.’

Musician Eddie Perfect also offered his condolences, ‘That’s really sad news, Dave. So sorry to hear you lost your beautiful mum.’

Key Takeaways
  • Beloved comedian and radio host Dave Hughes has shared the news of his mother Carmel's passing on his social media account.
  • Hughes had previously informed listeners of his radio show that his mother was in hospital and was unlikely to recover.
  • Carmel Hughes, who grew up in an orphanage and became a nurse after refusing to be a teacher, was remembered as a beautiful mother and a ‘great matriarch of the family’.
  • Dave Hughes' post announcing his mother's passing was met with an outpouring of support, with fellow celebrities and friends expressing condolences.

At the Seniors Discount Club, we're sending our deepest condolences to Dave and his family during this incredibly difficult time. Losing a parent is heartbreaking, and we'd like to take this opportunity to send our love to you, Hughesy.

We'd like to honour Carmel's memory and legacy by keeping her in our thoughts, praying for her, and for your family to find strength and courage during these tough times.
 
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A few days ago, fans were shaken by the heart-wrenching news from a much-loved comedian and radio presenter.

Dave 'Hughesy' Hughes took to social media to announce the passing of his mother, Carmel, last Saturday, October 7.


'My angel mum Carmel passed away last night at home, surrounded by the love of her family. She has earnt the rest,' he wrote alongside a photo of his parents and son, Rafferty.

Last Friday, October 6, Hughesy shared the news on the Hughesy, Ed and Erin show that his mother had been hospitalised and was unlikely to wake up again.


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Dave 'Hughesy' Hughes announced that his mother had passed away on social media. Credit: @dhughesy/Instagram


'It's been a tough couple of weeks,' he said.

‘She’s still with us, but it won’t be long. She’s a beautiful woman who’s been a great matriarch of the family, and we’re all around her at the moment,’ Hughesy revealed, sharing that the family had 'been going through photos' to honour Carmel's life.


'Mum grew up in an orphanage, and there's a photo of her teaching a class with nuns looking over her…She had to leave the orphanage because she didn't want to be a teacher, so she left with nothing and went and became a nurse and met Dad.'

This tragedy was especially significant to Hughesy, who, unfortunately, lost his father, Des Hughes, in 2010 following a battle with cancer.

He also reflected on his mother's legacy during the radio segment: 'She's been a beautiful mother who really supports her children.’

‘Everyone goes through [losing their parents]...but the memories of all the sacrifice, and all the good times…She's done so well in her life. We'll miss her a lot. She's always been stoic and never complained,’ he added.

The comedian's post was met with an outpouring of support, with those commenting showing their love and support for him and his family.


‘Oh, Hugh. Your most brilliant, funny, wise and grounded ma. Baker of biscuits. Summer-up of situations. Farewell, beloved Carmen. She has jewels in her crown,’ radio and TV presenter Kate Langbroek wrote.

‘Big love to you all, mate. She raised a champion,’ television host Osher Günsberg commented on Hughes’ post.

Another television personality, Yvie Jones, said, ‘Oh Dave, I’m so sorry to hear this. Sending you all my love. To you and your family. Such a hard loss, our mums. I’m so sorry.’

Musician Eddie Perfect also offered his condolences, ‘That’s really sad news, Dave. So sorry to hear you lost your beautiful mum.’

Key Takeaways

  • Beloved comedian and radio host Dave Hughes has shared the news of his mother Carmel's passing on his social media account.
  • Hughes had previously informed listeners of his radio show that his mother was in hospital and was unlikely to recover.
  • Carmel Hughes, who grew up in an orphanage and became a nurse after refusing to be a teacher, was remembered as a beautiful mother and a ‘great matriarch of the family’.
  • Dave Hughes' post announcing his mother's passing was met with an outpouring of support, with fellow celebrities and friends expressing condolences.

At the Seniors Discount Club, we're sending our deepest condolences to Dave and his family during this incredibly difficult time. Losing a parent is heartbreaking, and we'd like to take this opportunity to send our love to you, Hughesy.

We'd like to honour Carmel's memory and legacy by keeping her in our thoughts, praying for her, and for your family to find strength and courage during these tough times.
😢sorry for the loss of a your beautiful mother. Rip💖
 
Feel so Sad & Sorry for the Loss of your Angel Hughsey. None of us like to lose our Angels but now your Mum has 2 Sets of Wings Hughsey.
Take Care Love Sharon. 😘 👼🥰👼🥰👼🥰👼🥰👼
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You NEVER get over losing your mum. I lost my mum a couple of years ago and I can still see her lying in the hospital bed not knowing what was happening around her. Love her forever.
 
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Condolences to all the other people who have lost their mothers, he's not the only one.
Thank you and such an honest post - everybody will/has lost a parent and just because we are not famous the feelings are deep.
 

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