Colm Hayes’ wife Anne has sadly passed away six years after she was diagnosed with cancer.
This week the radio star announced the heartbreaking news on social media.
He shared a beautiful picture of his wife writing: “My beautiful wife Anne passed yesterday morning after Living with cancer for 6 years.
“She was an amazing, brave woman who lived life to the very end. Her smile will never be forgotten.”
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Anne sadly passed away in St Vincent’s Private Hospital surrounded by her loved ones.
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mum, sister, aunt and friend, Anne Laird-Caffrey,” the RIP.ie death notice reads.
“Anne was the glue that bound us all together; her incredible kindness and warmth will be felt forever by all who knew and loved her.
“Predeceased by her mother, Margaret O’Neill, she is survived by her loving family: her father Sylvester, husband Colm, daughter Holly, son Alex and his fiancé Laura, and her siblings Paul, Mark, Trish, Martin, Therese, Steven and Tara.
“Her loss is deeply felt by her uncle, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, extended family and wide circle of friends.”
They go on to say donations, if desired, can go to the Irish Cancer Society.
Rest in peace, Anne.