Man killed by falling sign at Christian festival named as church pays tribute

Robert Guanco, 41, a pastor at Jesus Living Water church in Eastbourne, described as having ‘touched many lives’

Man killed by falling sign at Christian festival named as church pays tribute

TL;DR

  • Robert Guanco, a 41-year-old pastor, died after a large wooden sign fell at the Big Church festival.
  • Six other people were injured, with four requiring hospital treatment.
  • The festival organizers were 'heartbroken' and cancelled the rest of the event.
  • Guanco was described by his church as a 'loving husband' and 'devoted and caring father' who 'touched many lives'.
  • Police and the Health and Safety Executive are investigating the circumstances of the incident.