CAPTAIN Sir Tom Moore captured the nation’s heart last year when he raised over £30 million for the NHS after walking 100 laps of his garden.
But his achievements did not stop there. In 2020 he was knighted by the Queen, recorded a number one single, published his autobiography and turned 100 years old.
The World War II hero, was being treated for covid at Bedford Hospital when he passed away earlier today (February 2).
Tributes and reactions are already pouring in from Basingstoke residents.
Here is what you had to say:
So very sad to hear the news that Sir Tom has passed away today aged 100. It was a hero and inspiration to many of us. Our thoughts are with his family and friends. @captaintommoore #RIPSirTom pic.twitter.com/6gJOLeV5HB
— B'stoke Rural Police (@BstokeRuralCops) February 2, 2021
Jason Ryan wrote: "Rip sir you will be missed by your nation hope you get the send off your deserve from the nation that loved you."
The epitome of how kindness and humility can bring togetherness. What this man achieved in the twilight of his years should be an inspiration for every single one of us. It is truly appreciated. Thank You Sir 👏👍 #1769 @captaintommoore @HantsPolice https://t.co/pnIT3S1gsK
— Hampshire Roads Policing Unit (@HantsPolRoads) February 2, 2021
Jo Blake said: "OMG So very sad. Am in tears with this awfully Sad news about our Hero, Sir Mr Tom. What a gentleman. You leave such a legacy. May you rest in peace. Will never be forgotten."
What an amazing man. RIP Sir Tom pic.twitter.com/rbM25q8yfm
— HHCR Basingstoke (@HHCRBasingstoke) February 2, 2021
Hampshire Hospitals paid their respects by posting a picture of a rainbow and simply writing: "Thank you for everything, Sir Tom."
Karen Stroud said: "Such a wonderful person and inspiration to us all. The sun will shine on you again and tomorrow will be a good day. RIP our hero Sir Captain Tom Moore."
Marianna Johnson added: "My heart goes out to his family at such sad time, I hope they can find some peace in the knowledge that a whole country considers Sir Tom a hero and are proud of all his outstanding accomplishments."
Prime Minister Boris Johnson also paid tribute to the veteran, saying: “Captain Sir Tom Moore was a hero in the truest sense of the word.
“In the dark days of the Second World War, he fought for freedom and in the face of this country’s deepest post-war crisis, he united us all, he cheered us all up, and he embodied the triumph of the human spirit.
“It is quite astonishing that at the age of 100 he raised more than £32 million for the NHS, and so gave countless others their own chance to thank the extraordinary men and women who have protected us through the pandemic.
“He became not just a national inspiration but a beacon of hope for the world. Our thoughts are with his daughter Hannah and all his family.”
Buckingham Palace said the Queen and the royal family’s thoughts are with Sir Tom’s family and she is sending a private message of condolence.
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