Brit dad dies after becoming 'seriously unwell' on Turkey holiday

Brit dad dies after becoming 'seriously unwell' on Turkey holiday David Kelly, from Barrhead, Renfrewshire, had to be rushed into intensive care, after becoming unwell hours before catching a flight home from a holiday in Turkey A Brit dies after he "suddenly became seriously unwell" at airport in Turkey shortly before flight home. David Kelly, from Barrhead, Renfrewshire, Scotland, had to be rushed into intensive care, placed in an induced coma, and he was kept alive on life support as he fought for his life thousands of miles from home. His wife Dawn remained at his bedside in a Turkish hospital for four weeks and he was eventually repatriated on 8 June aboard a specialist flying intensive care unit. He was taken to the Intensive Care Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Paisley, but David sadly died peacefully on 18 June surrounded by his family. His family later announced the devastating news through his business' Facebook page, Barrhead Joinery, reported by Need To Know. They said: “We would like to share the devastating news that sadly after fighting as hard as he could, our lovable, amazing David Kelly passed away on Thursday 18th June. “Barrhead Joinery will now cease trading, as a family we'd like to thank you all for the work you all have given David over the years. Lots of love from his wife Dawn and daughters Gemma & Sophie.” A fundraiser has told how the "relaxing" holiday turned into a "nightmare". It read: “What was meant to be a relaxing holiday in Turkey turned into a nightmare that none of us could have imagined. Just hours before his flight home, David suddenly became seriously unwell at the airport. Within a matter of hours, his condition deteriorated rapidly, and he was rushed to intensive care. "Placed into an induced coma and kept alive by life support, David was fighting for his life thousands of miles from home. For four long weeks, his devoted wife, Dawn, remained by his side in a Turkish hospital, never leaving him as he battled with incredible strength and courage.” It added: “Despite everyone’s best efforts, our warrior David passed away peacefully on 18 June, surrounded by his loving family.” David was described as a much-loved husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. The fundraiser said: “He was someone who was always there to lend a hand, offer support, and put others before himself. Now it is our turn to be there for those he loved most.” Tributes have also poured in from members of the local community. Noreen McHugh wrote: “I am devastated to hear this sad news about Davie. He was an excellent professional who I counted on over the years. “But upmost a wonderful human being who was always friendly and honest. My sincerest condolences to you and your daughters. A huge loss for you all. RIP Davie, you will be sorely missed.” Another person added: “So sorry to hear this very sad news. David did some work for me when I moved into my home in Newton Mearns some years ago. Such a lovely, lovely man. Sending you all my heartfelt condolences. x” Money raised will also support Dawn and the family, help with funeral expenses and fund donations to Kidney Research UK and the Intensive Care Unit at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.