The fundraising hero died in hospital after requiring help with his breathing, following a positive COVID-19 test. He was in Bedford Hospital and died with his family around him, according to his daughters. Tributes poured in as the news broke, including from The Queen. The Queen knighted Captain Tom during lockdown (Credit: SplashNews) Calls for a minute’s silence Now, Captain’s Tom’s devastated fans are calling for a moment of silence in his memory, with some suggesting it should be this evening (Tuesday, February 2). One said on Twitter: “If ever anyone ever deserves a national minute’s silence to reflect, then it’s Captain Sir Tom Moore! Rest in peace knowing that you made each of our tomorrows a better day.”