“Star that shone bright” – family and partner release tributes to Nuneaton man

The family and partner of Mark Hoverd have issued the following statements after three men were jailed in connection with his death.

His family said: “Mark’s life was taken away from him while he was alone at home in a violent and brutal attack by total strangers in the early hours of Sunday 3 September 2023.

“Mark lay fighting for his life for several hours before being discovered and sadly lost his fight later that day – all for money.

“Mark was a loving son, brother, father, uncle and friend – a gentle and kind soul who would never hurt anybody.

“We truly appreciate the help we received from the Victim Support homicide service and would like to thank the investigation team at Warwickshire Police who worked so tirelessly in gathering the evidence to identify the people responsible.

“Nothing will ever bring Mark back but knowing that justice will be served provides some comfort to us all.”

Mark’s partner of almost eight years, Debbie Williams, added:

“No outcome will bring Mark back and I will always love him.

“He was a kind and gentle man – a star that shone brightly - and I miss him every day.

“Until we meet again in heaven, I will love you eternally. God bless you and sleep tight.”

Issued: Laura Maltby, Corporate Communications