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Happy memories of musician Dave McHugh, who died last week at the age of 57 have been filling social media over the past few days. People are sharing about the incredible loss they feel because of his passing, and talking about their gratitude at having known Dave. Bernice Hillier spoke with Dave McHugh's cousin and fellow musician, Paul Pike.

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