Pensioner, 83, who was sole passenger on bus when he fell & died is pictured – as cops quiz man, 65, over crash

A PENSIONER who died days after falling over on a bus has been pictured – as cops quiz a man.

John McGuirk was the sole passenger on the bus when he fell on October 3 in and passed away a week later.

The 83-year-old – a former pub worker – has been described by his family as “much-loved” and a “true character”.

Cops continue to investigate the circumstances of John’s death, with a man, 65, “currently assisting with enquiries”, according to Merseyside Police.

John, from Croxteth, fell on the Liverpool One bus at around 12.55pm and died a week later on October 10.

The tribute to John reads: “John was a much-loved brother to his late brother Tommy and sister Lena, a loving uncle to Sonia and Donna, a proud great-uncle to Faye and Hazel, and a dear friend to many.

“John was a true character, full of life, who could talk to absolutely anyone. He spent many years working in across Liverpool before becoming a familiar face at his kiosk at Liverpool Lime Street Station.

“You could never keep John quiet for long, and wherever he went, he was sure to know someone.

“He loved travelling, meeting people and making memories, leaving a lasting impression on so many lives.

“Behind that larger-than-life personality was a man with a huge heart, who dedicated so much of his life to caring for his beloved brother Tommy.

“We have lost John far too soon, in the most heartbreaking of circumstances.

“His absence will be felt deeply by his family, friends and all those whose lives he touched.

“Liverpool has lost a familiar face, and we have lost someone irreplaceable.

“John will be remembered for his warmth, his stories, his unmistakable character and the countless memories he leaves behind.

“He will be forever loved and sadly missed but never forgotten.”