Community in shock at death of Clonoe businessman

Hundreds have paid tribute to a Clonoe businessman and father-of-three who has died after a tragic accident over the weekend.

By The Newsroom

Published 24th Oct 2016, 15:15 BST

Updated 25th Oct 2016, 19:46 BST

Gerard Hughes died suddenly in hospital on Sunday, October 23.

He had managed the family business, Hughes Specialist Joinery following his father Tom's death some years ago.

He leaves behind his wife Rose, children Thomas, Rebecca and Joseph, mother Sally and siblings Eilish (McGrath), Pat, Peadar and Martina (McLernon).

Mr Hughes will be laid to rest following Requiem Mass at St Patrick's Church, Clonoe at 11.00am on Wednesday.

"Hard to believe, RIP Gerald. Thoughts an prayers are with the Hughes family x" said one woman on Clonoe Gallery.

Another said: "So sorry to here this very sad news a real gentleman condolences to Rose and family. RIP Gerard."