Tributes pour in for brave Jade Caughey -‘our hearts are broken’ - friends invited to pay last respects as funeral cortege passes on Friday

A post on social media from Lee Parker earlier yesterday said: “So on the 31st of December 2020, Jade Caughey and I made the choice to bring our wedding forward.. she knew in herself that her time was getting shorter.. we got married at home surrounded by close friends and family in a very intimate ceremony..”.

The heartbreaking post adds: “Later that even Jade fell asleep and sadly never reawakened.. Jade passed away peacefully at home early on the 2nd of January with myself and Billy holding her hand.. our hearts are broken but at peace knowing jade is no longer suffering.. funeral arrangements are being arranged and will he posted shortly.. our family wud like to thank everyone for ur support during this horrific time”.

An earlier post on December 30, from Lee reveals his heartbreak - and his intention to set up a fundraising page for Jade’s impending wedding and funeral.

He then said: “ To say my heart is broken is an understatement, Jade Caughey and I have been together near 8yrs and cancer is going to take her away from me and our 3 sons!!

“She completed her treatment just over 4wks ago and the cancer came back with a vengeance, it attached itself to her brain and spinal cord making it impossible to operate..

“I’m losing my best friend and my kids are losing their mother to this horrible disease..”

A funeral insertion in funeraltimes.com says: ‘Parker nee Caughey – 2nd January 2021 peacefully at home, Union Street, Portadown after a long illness bravely fought.

‘Jade Amanda, beloved and devoted wife of Lee, cherished mum of Ben and James, devoted step mum of Kai and loving daughter of Billy and the late Wendy.

‘House and funeral private due to the current circumstances.

‘Family and friends are welcome to pay their respects as the cortege leaves Milne’s Funeral Home on Friday 8th January at 3pm.

‘Family flowers only please donations in lieu of flowers if desired for the benefit of The Friends of the Cancer Centre c/o Milne Funeral Services, 59 Seagoe Road, Portadown BT63 5HS.

‘Very deeply regretted and sadly missed by the entire family circle.’

Messages of sympathy from friends and wellwishers online include: ‘Katie Hill

So so sorry for your loss Lee. Heart is breaking for you all thinking of you all at this very difficult time ❤️’

‘Esther Robins - So so sorry for ur loss lee didnt no Jade but sounded like a very nice girl so thinking of u and ur family at this sad time.shes up there with the other angels. Xx’

‘Claire Dawson - So sad. My thoughts and prayers go out to all your family. Your wife sounded like an amazing girl who has been an inspiration to many people.’

‘Jenny Carson - So sorry for your loss, you are a very special couple she will forever be in your heart. You and your family will be in my prayers. Xxx’

‘Carly Thompson -This is the most heartbreaking post to date, i sincerely hope the entire family gets the strength to get through the tough hours an days ahead, god rest your soul, thoughts & prayers are with the family at this difficult time ’

‘Caroline McCoo - Completely heartbroken for you and your family Lee so so sorry to hear this news. I’m sure the wedding was more than perfect and Jade couldn’t wish for a better man by her side. Your one special guy. Keep strong but allow yourself time to breathe ’

‘Louise Burton

Very sorry for your loss Lee. May you take comfort knowing she is no longer in pain. My thoughts are with you and your little boys x’

READ - ‘Jade is organising her wedding and her funeral’ says heartbroken fiancé

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