Irish radio personality Colm Hayes has announced the passing of his wife, Anne Laird-Caffrey, who lost her battle with cancer after bravely fighting the illness for six years. Anne peacefully passed away at St. Vincent’s Private Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. In a touching tribute shared on Instagram, the Classic Hits presenter described Anne as a courageous woman who embraced life to the fullest, leaving behind unforgettable memories with her radiant smile.
Anne’s obituary conveys the deep sadness felt by her family and friends at the loss of a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Recognized as the pillar that united her family, Anne’s legacy of kindness and warmth will forever be cherished by those whose lives she touched. Survived by her father, Sylvester, husband Colm, children Holly and Alex with his fiancée Laura, and siblings Paul, Mark, Trish, Martin, Therese, Steven, and Tara, Anne’s passing is mourned by her extended family, friends, and community.
Details of Anne’s remembrance and funeral arrangements have been made public, with the viewing scheduled at Massey Bros. Funeral Home on Friday, September 19th, followed by the Funeral Service at the Victorian Chapel in Mount Jerome Crematorium on Saturday, September 20th at 10 am. Colm Hayes’ colleague, Lucy Kennedy, expressed her heartfelt condolences to Colm and his family, offering unwavering support during this difficult time.
Earlier this year, Colm shared the emotional journey of his wife’s battle with cancer, highlighting the challenges they faced as a couple. Anne’s resilience and strength in facing stage-four metastatic breast cancer resonated deeply with Colm, reshaping their perspective on life and the future. Colm emphasized the importance of living alongside the disease rather than succumbing to it, acknowledging the profound impact it had on their lives and relationship.
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