Josh Parsons

2022 - 5 - 5

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DIY SOS star Josh Parsons dies 'in the loving arms of his parents' (Irish Examiner)

Those involved with DIY SOS say they are all “devastated” to hear of Josh's death.

“Josh was a fighter and an inspiring young boy, and his family did him proud in every step of his tragically short life. Just so you know, they adore their new house and Ryan and Josh couldn't be happier there.” Both Josh’s mother and brother have health problems, which were catered for in the redevelopment of their Co Meath home.

'While Josh had his limitations, he never let them dampen his spirit ... (Independent.ie)

Just weeks after his DIY SOS episode aired on RTÉ, Josh Parsons (7) who sadly died “in the loving arms of his parents” was laid to rest today.

"Josh was a fighter and an inspiring young boy, and his family did him proud in every step of his tragically short life. Josh’s favourite Disney character was Winnie the Pooh, and his family said one of this favourite quotes from the famous bear was “the smallest things take up the most rooms in your heart.” "He was so lucky to have had such a beautiful home which was adapted to suit his needs by the kindness and generosity of many on the DIY SOS programme recently.

Heartbreak in Longwood as Josh Parsons passes away | Meath ... (Meath Chronicle)

The Longwood community is mourning the loss of little Josh Parsons, whose family was at the centre of a recent episode of 'DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland'.

In a statement they said: "Baz Ashmawy, the entire DIY SOS team and community of volunteers, and everyone at Motive Television are devastated to hear of the loss of young Josh Parsons, son to Jen and Glen, who were the centre of our Longwood episode earlier this year. DIY-SOS Presenter Baz and the DIY SOS TV team sent their condolences to the family after hearing the sad news. A celebration of Josh's life takes place this afternoon at Newlands Cross Crematorium. The village turned out to pay their respects to the inspiring little boy with a guard of honour outside the local schools earlier today.

RTE's Baz Ashmawy pays tribute to tragic DIY SOS star Josh ... (Sunday World)

RTE star Baz Ashmawy has paid tribute to tragic young star Josh Parsons (6) following his death.

His death notice said that the young boy "peacefully slipped away in the loving arms of his heartbroken parents at Crumlin Children's Hospital ICU. The Parsons family from Longwood, Co Meath featured on the home renovation show in April as volunteers helped to renovate their semi-detached home as it was no longer functional for their young family. The young boy appeared on Ashmawy’s show DIY SOS alongside his family, parents Jenny and Glen and brother Ryan.

'Inspiring' RTE DIY SOS star dies age 6 in arms of heartbroken parents (Dublin Live)

A community in Meath has been rocked by the tragic death of a much-loved young boy who appeared on DIY SOS. Tributes have been paid to Josh Parsons, 6, ...

"Josh was a fighter and an inspiring young boy, and his family did him proud in every step of his tragically short life. A spokesperson for DIY SOS paid tribute to the young boy, saying: " Baz Ashmawy, the entire DIYSOSirl team & community of volunteers, and everyone at @motivetele are devastated to hear of the loss of young Josh Parsons, son to Jen and Glen, who were the centre of our Longwood episode earlier this year. Tributes have been paid to Josh Parsons, 6, who died in the loving arms of his parents on Monday at Crumlin Children's Hospital ICU.

'Inspiring' DIY SOS star Josh Parsons tragically passes away, aged 6 (FM104)

Josh Pason has tragically passes away, aged 6, just weeks after his appearance on the RTÉ show DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland.

"Id ask that people and the media give this family their space and time to be together and grieve. Though I know in my heart that same light will always be bright inside them, because I know it will always shimmer inside of me and everyone that ever spent time with him." I can only say this, In the little time I spent with Joshy I noticed how his eyes always twinkled around his family. For all his family especially Glen, Jen and Ryan my heart is truly broken. May he rest in peace. May he rest in peace".

DIY SOS star Josh Parsons, 6, dies as RTE's Baz Ashmawy pays ... (RSVP Live)

The young boy appeared on DIY SOS earlier this year as the team gave his home a makeover, but sadly Josh, who suffered from Smith-Magennis Syndrome, ...

It was a pleasure being a small part of the changes that their new house will bring to their lives.” I was more than honoured to be a part of this build and to get to know the entire family… Presenter Baz and the DIY SOS team sent a heartfelt message to the family after hearing the news.