Hugh Donoghue

Dear Sharon and Donoghue family,
I was so sorry to hear of Hugh's passing. He occupied a place of enormous affection in my heart, informed by so many childhood memories. He was a frequent and very welcome visitor to my parents' different Wicklow homes all though my youth and he was unfailingly warm, gentle, engaging, interesting and interested. And he was also brilliant. I marvelled at his artistic talent and was thrilled with the beautiful cards and pictures he used to present us with. A great laugher and smiler, his calm patience made him completely approachable, which was the case with only a select few adults. I regret not having the opportunity to see him in recent years but I received welcome updates from other family members.

May he rest in peace wherever he is, I will only ever remember him with unconditional regard.

My deepest sympathies,
Dara x

Dear Sharon and Donoghues, so sorry to hear of Hugh's Passing. We have many fond memories of Hugh, not to mention the many albums we have. Talented gentleman. The Vincent's Pyjama Incident stands out among our shared memories! We'll raise a small glass to toast our friend Hugh.
Bairbre and Graham

To the family and friends of Hugh Donoghue, our deepest sympathies to you for his sad loss.

Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam uasal agus dílis.

A gang of us was together in Wicklow over the weekend and spent a lot of time talking about Hugh and how and when we knew him. One of us knew him when he was part of her school days gang in Blackrock, several of us from the Wicklow hippy days, others when he was doing the wonderful original art work for the Bray Bookshop and another of us had a date with him in the old Barnardo’s restaurant in Lincoln Place. We all agreed that he was a really great guy. With deepest sympathy at this sad time

Our family have only fond memories of Hugh , his great smile and sharing his musical talents . Sincere condolences to Sharon who will miss his lively spirit .

Sharon, I have just heard the sad news and I am deeply shocked.
Sending you all my sympathy and love

We were all very sorry to hear about Hugh. We remember him asa lovely person and very creative.
Thinking of you all,
Pat Michael Joan and Paul

My deepest sympathy to Sharon and Hugh’s brothers and sisters. He was a dear friend, a gentleman and had such a kind heart. Always generous with his time, his music and his art. I have such fond memories of him. May he rest in peace.

I have many fond-and vivid- memories of working with Hugh in Arks in the late 70's. A warm, spirited man with a puckish sense of humour, and always a pleasure to run into in later years. Condolences to Sharon and his family.

So sad to hear of Hughs passing. I have many happy memories of Hugh - the wandering minstrel when we were both young. My condolences to Sharon and Hughs family.

Dave and I so shocked to see this sad news. Another of the old guard has moved on. Hugh was a true creative, one of a kind.Deepest sympathy to his loved ones.

We will miss Hugh and have many happy memories of him. He was a lovely man and a true creative. Our deepest sympathies to Sharon and to all of Hugh’s family and friends at this sad time. With much love, Elva, Molly & Dan.

Hugh’s warm and gentle demeanour will always remain with us. Our condolences to Helen, David and all his siblings. Deepest sympathy to Sharon and Hugh’s friends.
May God be good to him.
Hugh and Anne Logue

To Hugh's beloved wife Sharon, soulmate and support for our brother during your many years together - from all the Donoghues

Sincere condolences to all Hugh's family and friends. May he rest in peace.

We will remember Hugh for his many talents and unusual perspectives on life and the world in general, as he saw it.
Much love to you, Sharon, and to Hugh’s family for your loss of this truly one of a kind artist, musician, thinker and human.
Jan and Blair, Toronto

Sorry to hear that Hugh has passed away . We were former neighbours in pierce court and he was always nice to meet around the area, a real gentleman . Rest in peace Hugh .

Deepest condolences to Hugh’s family, and to Celia and Hugh’s siblings. Such a sad time for you all. Nic xxxxx

Sincere Sympathy to you Helen, David, Emma & all your siblings on the death of your dear brother, Hugh.
Thinking of his beloved wife, Bernie too. Sympathy to sister-in -law Jill & the extended family & friends. His creative soul will be remembered in the artistic work he leaves behind.