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Nadia Breen

Eamonn Holmes to say final farewell to his beloved mum today

Eamonn Holmes is set to say a final farewell to his late mother today.

The North Belfast man has thanked those who have sent messages of support since his mum Josie died on Friday, aged 93.

In an Instagram post, Eamonn said she will be laid to rest on Tuesday, November 22.

Read more: Celeb pals support Eamonn Holmes after death of his mum

The 62-year-old said: "To all of you who cared and sent so many messages of condolences re my mum... I am genuinely humbled and overwhelmed.

"[You] have been a great comfort.

"We lay her to rest this morning. Thank you."

Eamonn and his mum Josie (Eamonn Holmes/Instagram)

Eamonn's mother's death notice on Funeral Times states: "Died 18th November 2022 late wife of Leonard Holmes...

"Deeply missed by her sons daughters in law, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

"St pio pray for her."

Eamonn and his mum Josie (Eamonn Holmes/Instagram)

In a Twitter post over the weekend, the TV presenter said: "At 93 age hardly withered her.

"My Dear Mother [Josephine] who has left us to go to Heaven.

"Requiescat in Pace... Thank you to all of you who paid tributes and your respects. She was some lady."

Eamonn has been given support from celeb pals since the heart-breaking news.

On social media, his breakfast show co-host Isabel Webster commented: "Words fail me. Huge condolences E. Call me anytime, night or day xxx."

Comedian Alan Carr said: "So sorry. Sending you lots of love today."

Mark Wright said: "Bless you Eamonn. Sending so much love to all of you x" with wife Michelle Keegan also commenting: "So sorry. Sending love to you and your family Eamonn. xx."

TV presenter Susanna Reid said: "I’m so sorry. Sending love."

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