A memorial service for is set to have a very fitting tribute to the animal lover.
Presenter and radio star O’Grady died in March at the age of 67 from.
He left behind his heartbroken husband Andre Portasio, who announced O’Grady had died ‘unexpectedly but peacefully’ at home.
Funeral plans are now underway for the trailblazer, with reports it will take place on Thursday in his home village, with locals as a mark of respect.
As well as human mourners, one fan, Janine Ferguson, is planning another sweet tribute – for pet owners to bring their dogs on the streets of his hometown of Birkenhead.
Janine told local outlet of the plans, explaining she’s calling for ‘people to line the streets with their families and bring their dogs as a sign of respect.’
‘I’ve asked for all local rescue dogs and cats’ homes to attend as well so we can collect donations from everyone there.’
Condolence books will also be available, which will be sent to the Battersea Dogs & Cats Home and which will then be given as a gift to the star’s family.
It was reported last week that a separate memorial service will also be held at the star’s beloved Port Lumpne Safari Park, with O’Grady’s loved ones believes he would’ve wanted for the celebration of his life.
Loved ones are preparing to bid goodbye to O’Grady, after it was revealed he died in his ‘’ with his husband Andre beside him.
‘He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion,’ Andre said in a statement at the time.
O’Grady’s final episodes of For The Love of Dogs are set to air posthumously, with the icon reportedly left ‘in tears’ in the new episode as he is unable to adopt a dog he helped.
According to , O’Grady helps nurse pup Peggy back to health over eight weeks before telling her tearfully: ‘Oh dear, I wish I was ready for you, Peggy, but I am afraid I can’t do it this time, there is just no room at the inn.’
He is left even more heartbroken when Peggy whines as he leaves, telling her: ‘Don’t start, Peggy please. I’m going to get a job on the railways. It’s too hard to say goodbye.’
Thankfully though, Peggy is later rehomed with a family, giving the final series a happy ending.
