Paul O'Grady's funeral to be held at Kent animal haven as cause of death is confirmed
15.04.2023 - 22:23
/ ok.co.uk
Paul O’Grady’s funeral is scheduled to take place at Port Lympne Safari Park, a cause near and dear to his heart, according to reports. The much loved TV star died peacefully at his home last month, with his official cause of death confirmed to be a cardiac arrest due to a cardiac arrhythmia, on Saturday.
But as the world continues to mourn the kind hearted star with a big personality, plans are already underway to mark his life at the reserve owned by conservationist Damian Aspinall. According to The Mail on Sunday, the destination would be exactly what Paul would have wanted, as he adored to “be around” animals.
Paul’s own home in Aldington, Kent, was just three miles away from the Safari Park, with the star revealed to be a regular patron to the reserve, where he frequently judged competitions for them. While the celebration of Paul’s life and everything he represented is due to take place at the Par, it is also thought that a more formal funeral service will take place a nearby church as his closest friends and family bid him a final farewell.
Speaking to the publication, one source said: “Paul loved Port Lympne. He got to know some of its residents very well and it was thought by his nearest and dearest that it would be a beautiful idea to hold his funeral there so they are in attendance, too.
Staff hope they can do him proud.” Following the news of his death at the end of March, Port Lympne paid a solemn tribute to the star on their Instagram page, as they wrote: “We are deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Paul O'Grady – a local supporter of Port Lympne and the work we do.” “We were incredibly grateful to have had him visit us,” they added. Set in 600 acres of crisp countryside, Port Lympne plays host to
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