Funeral for young mum Jade who died just two days after her wedding

Jade Parker (nee Caughey), 28, from Portadown had been battling a particularly aggressive form of cancer throughout 2020 but fought hard to stay alive for the sake of her two sons, stepson and fiancé, now husband Lee.

Jade was in hospital during December but was able to go home on Christmas Eve to spend precious time with her beloved family.

The funeral service was held at Milne’s Funeral Home in Portadown on Friday afternoon.

Speaking to the Portadown Times following the wedding, Lee said: “We had a quiet ceremony in the house. She felt really ill on New Year’s Eve and she knew time was running out.

“We got organised in two hours and married at 6pm. She then fell asleep the same evening and never woke again. She slipped away in her sleep.”

Writing on Facebook he revealed that the couple had to bring their 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.

“Jade passed away peacefully at home early on the 2nd of January with myself and Billy (Jade’s father) holding her hand. Our hearts are broken but at peace knowing Jade is no longer suffering,” wrote Lee, thanking everyone for their support.