Steven Horton, Shrewsbury – Community Mourns Beloved Resident

Steven Horton, Shrewsbury—Steven Horton passed away recently, leaving a void in the hearts of many. Steven, 42, was well-known and loved in the Shrewsbury community for his warm and caring nature, brilliant sense of humor, and gentle manner.

Steven had recently secured housing and was making significant strides in his life. He was a familiar face around town, often seen with his beloved dog, Slap. The Shrewsbury Ark, where Steven was a regular visitor, announced his passing with profound sadness, highlighting his progress and the joy he brought to everyone around him.

His sister shared a heartfelt message, saying, "Steven was an incredibly warm and caring person, loved by everyone who knew him, with a brilliant sense of humor and an amazing inner strength. He was a great friend to many and a loving guardian to his little dog Slap. Steven was a very proud person, who often wouldn’t want to ask for the help he needed, but was incredibly grateful for the support he received. Steven was a joy to know and a joy to be around. He will be greatly missed, and we take comfort in the knowledge he is now at peace."

Marion, a volunteer at The Ark who knew Steven for seven years, expressed her sorrow, stating, "It’s so sad, he was a lovely man and didn’t have an unkind bone in his body. He was always laughing and was proactive about making his life better."

A GoFundMe campaign has been organized by Steven’s cousin, Kira Pallatina, to cover funeral expenses. The campaign has a goal of £3,000, and as of now, £130 has been raised through nine donations. Kira expressed her gratitude for the support, saying, "Steven was a special individual to all who had the pleasure of meeting him and was guaranteed to make you smile or cry with laughter—a character in his own right. He will be missed dearly."

The community has come together to mourn Steven’s passing, with many sharing their memories and condolences on Facebook. Louise Coupland wrote, "I saw him in town recently and we had a good chat. Thoughts and prayers with his family and friends. RIP Steven." Maryse Bessman shared, "I don’t know this gent but he would always give me a smile and we would let on to each other when I was in town with my little one pointing to his dog. Sending love to Steven’s family and friends."

Other heartfelt messages include:

• "R.I.P Steve." – Tom Morgan New
• "So sorry to hear this. Sending condolences & love to Steven’s friends & family." – Jane Pickworth
• "R.i.p Steven, such a gentle soul who had such a brilliant sense of humor and an infectious laugh. Gonna miss him lots." – Anna Hill

Steven’s passing is a significant loss to all who knew him. His infectious laugh, gentle nature, and the joy he brought to others will be deeply missed. The community’s outpouring of love and support serves as a testament to the impact he had on those around him.

We are deeply saddened to learn of Steven Horton’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.

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