The family of Olivia Pratt-Korbel have released details of her funeral.
Nine-year-old Olivia was at home with her mum and older siblings in Kingsheath Avenue, Dovecot, when a gunman burst through the door at around 10pm on Monday, August 22. The killer was in pursuit of 35-year-old Joseph Nee, who forced his way into the house after noticing Olivia's mum, 46-year-old Cheryl Korbel, open the door to see what was going on outside.
The gunman shot Nee, Cheryl and little Olivia before running away down Finch Lane. Officers scooped and ran with Olivia to Alder Hey Children's Hospital in the back of a police car, but the nine-year-old was pronounced dead one hour later.
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Now, the family of Olivia have issued the details of her funeral through Debbie Bennett's Independent Funeral Directors. A funeral mass will take place on Thursday, September 15 in Dovecot.
In a notice, the funeral directors wrote: "It is with great sadness that the family of little Olivia have asked us to announce her funeral arrangements. Much loved daughter of Cheryl, and step-daughter of Jimmy. Dearly loved sister of Ryan and Chloe.
"A loving granddaughter and great-granddaughter and a very special niece and cousin. Olivia will be sadly missed by all her family and friend.
"Funeral Mass in Dovecot on Thursday, September 15 at 11am, followed by a private burial. Family requested everyone to wear a splash of pink."
Hundreds of people responded under the notice to pay tribute to Olivia and send well wishes to her family.
Janet Pringle said: "My Heart goes out to Olivia’s Family and friends, Absolutely Heart breaking xx"
Julie Taylor said: "Sending so much love and prayers. Such a beautiful little girl. I’m so sorry for your loss xxx heaven has gained a beautiful angel x"
Sharon Johns said: "Aww am thinking of you all at this sad time rest in peace Olivia x"
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