Health secretary Matt Hancock said he had "touched the hearts of the nation and we should remember that".
Meanwhile, dozens of tributes have been left outside the veteran's home in Marston Moretaine in Bedfordshire.
Capt Sir Tom was admitted to hospital on Sunday.
When announcing his death in Tuesday's family statement, his daughters Hannah Ingram-Moore and Lucy Teixeira said they "shared laughter and tears" with their father in their final few hours together.
They said his final year of fundraising had been "nothing short of remarkable".
He tested positive for Covid-19 last week. His family said due to other medication he was receiving for pneumonia, he was unable to be vaccinated.
Speaking to the BBC, Mr Hancock said Capt Sir Tom had been "a symbol of people's resilience during what was an incredibly difficult year" and "on behalf of everybody in the NHS, I'm very grateful".
The Army veteran won the nation's hearts by walking 100 laps of his Bedfordshire garden last spring during the first coronavirus lockdown, raising money for NHS Charities Together.
The fundraising group said that "when the time is right" it will also "put together a suitable tribute... in honour of everything he did for the NHS and NHS charities".
Capt Sir Tom had initially set out to raise £1,000 by walking 82ft (25m)-loops of his garden.
The charity said the total amount would rise to £39m when Gift Aid was taken into account.
'Hearts of the nation'
Mr Hancock said: "When the NHS was under pressure during the first lockdown - he didn't just sit at home, he asked the question 'what can I do to help?'.
"I think that we should find a way to make sure that we mark the memory of Captain Tom and thank him for the contribution he made to the NHS.
"I will ensure that we mark his contribution properly and appropriately at the right moment.
"I think everybody would welcome that... he touched the hearts of the nation and we should remember that."
On Tuesday night, landmarks including Blackpool Tower, Wembley Stadium and the London Eye were illuminated in Capt Sir Tom's honour.
Wembley Stadium
A book of condolence is being opened at St Mary's Church in Marston Moretaine.
The parish's retired vicar the Reverend Gill Webb said she remembered him as a "lovely gentleman".
"He didn't have a stress-free life... but his attitude to life was always put your best food forward and lift your chin up and meet what comes," she said.
"And that's what he did, he literally put his best foot forward.
"He has been such a ray of light for us in such horrible, horrible days and he'll be with us in spirit urging us onwards to keep our heads up high."
A notice put up from Marston Moretayne School said the children had been "lucky enough to be living next door to their very own superhero".
"Along with so many others, we have watched as Captain Tom, in his quiet dignity and compassion, showed us how to live out our values - to take positive action to help others in our time of need," the message said.
"As time goes by and we remember you, we won't remember a caped crusader but a superhero who showed us how to spread kindness and compassion to a whole world of people... "
Karl Clark, landlord of The Bell pub in the village, said he thought there should be a permanent memorial.
"He was just a brilliant fellow, you looked at him and you just had to smile. He just cheered you up. If you were having a really bad day he just made you feel that little bit better," he said.
"I think his legacy will live on in his foundation.
"There has to be something for him... he's a legend, he really is."
'Remarkable contribution'
Chief nurse at the the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust, Liz Lees, said it had been their "immense privilege" to care for Capt Sir Tom.
"We share our deepest condolences and sympathies with his family and loved ones at this incredibly sad time," a statement read.
"We'd also like to say thank you, and pay tribute to [him] for the remarkable contribution he has made to the NHS."
Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton tweeted that he was "honoured to have had the opportunity to be able to tell him how in awe of him I was".
"Captain Sir Tom was a true hero and we will never forget the incredible man who brought out the best of us at such a difficult time," the seven-times world champion from Stevenage said.
Bedfordshire Police said the force was "deeply saddened" by his death.
"Thank you for bringing hope and unity to our nation during such a challenging time," it tweeted.
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Captain Sir Tom Moore and send our heartfelt condolences to his family. Thank you for bringing hope and unity to our nation during such a challenging time. Your incredible fundraising work will continue to inspire us. pic.twitter.com/KA7IkqiKZo
Results that show the Oxford-AstraZenenca vaccine may reduce the spread of coronavirus have been hailed as "absolutely superb" by the health secretary.
Matt Hancock said the study shows "vaccines are the way out of this pandemic".
It is the first time a vaccine has been shown to reduce transmission of the virus.
The UK has given a first Covid jab to 9.6 million people so far.
The results of the study, which has not yet been formally published, suggest that the vaccine may have a "substantial" effect on transmission of the virus.
It means the jab could have a greater impact on the pandemic, as each person who is vaccinated will indirectly protect other people too.
Mr Hancock called the study "really encouraging" on Twitter, adding that the results were "absolutely superb".
Speaking on BBC Breakfast, he said this latest analysis showing the vaccine reduces transmission would "help us all get out of this pandemic".
The study by the University of Oxford, where the vaccine was developed, measured the impact on transmission by testing for asymptomatic infections, swabbing participants every week in addition to recording when anyone fell ill with Covid-19.
As well as showing an effect on transmission, the study found the vaccine offered 76% effective protection from a single dose for three months.
With no fall in protection during the three-month period, the researchers said the results supported gaps between first and second doses of between four and 12 weeks.
The effectiveness of the vaccine increased with a longer gap of 12 weeks before the booster jab.
When the second dose is given, the study found the level of protection from the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine rises to 82%.
In other developments:
One of the world's largest follow-up Covid studies found almost 90% of people who tested positive for Covid had protective antibodies against the virus six months after their initial infection
The number of people with coronavirus has changed little in the week to 23 January, the Office for National Statistics says, with virus levels still high in England (one in 55) and level in Scotland (one in 110), Wales (one in 70) and Northern Ireland (one in 50)
Study 'reassures us'
The UK has set itself apart from many other countries by prioritising giving the first dose to as many people as possible, delaying the second jab for about 12 weeks.
The aim is to save more lives by giving some protection to a larger number of people, but the UK has faced criticism from the British Medical Association for following this path with no international support.
Prof Andrew Pollard, chief investigator of the Oxford vaccine trial, said the results supported the UK's approach to delaying the booster shot.
It "reassures us that people are protected from 22 days after a single dose of the vaccine," he says.
The new analysis of the Oxford vaccine suggests that transmission of the virus from those who have been vaccinated could be substantially reduced.
If verified by the scientific review process, it means that as more people get the jab, infection levels could come down faster than they would otherwise and enable the government to lift restrictions sooner than they could otherwise.
One in six of the population has had at least one jab so far.
There's still a long way to go but the impact on case numbers could begin to be felt in the coming weeks.
The fly in the ointment though is the recent emergence in the UK of variants that may be more resistant to some vaccines.
Experts believe that jabs will still offer good protection especially against severe illness, but even so this could slow progress.
The race is now on to vaccinate as many people as quickly as possible, in order to keep a step ahead of the variants.
The government is also trying to slow the spread of variants through enhanced surveillance and testing.
But a critical part of the strategy is to drive down infection levels, so people don't catch the virus in the first place, whatever variant it might be.
In France, use of the Oxford vaccine has been restricted by health authorities who say it should only be given to people under 65.
Mr Hancock, the UK health secretary, said scientists had looked directly at the over-65s and there was "a high degree of confidence" that the Oxford vaccine worked on people of all ages.
He added that the latest research showed the world the vaccine works - "it works well" and "categorically supports" the government's strategy.
Asked if it could now mean children in England returning to school before 8 March, he pointed out 30,000 people were still in hospital.
"We've got to get this right down," he told the Today programme.
"It's too soon to be able to take action in England and we've set out the timescale because we think that's when we should be able to take action, if all goes well."
Alongside the Oxford vaccine, the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine is also being rolled out across the UK.
Clinical trials of the Pfizer vaccine and Moderna, which has been approved but is not yet in use, did not look for a potential impact on transmission.
However, BBC health correspondent James Gallagher said the different vaccines all target the same part of the virus so if one can cut transmission, there is a good chance the others can too.
The data from this latest trial was drawn before new variants, including the South Africa one, emerged.
Asked how protective the Oxford vaccine could be against new mutations, Dr Pollard said he was anticipating "good protection" against the Kent variant and would publish details "very soon".
On other variants, he told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "When we look at the new mutations that have been arising in other countries and now also here in the UK - that is the virus trying to escape from human immunity, and that's whether it's from vaccines or from infection.
"I think that's telling us about what's to come, which is a virus that continues to transmit, but hopefully that will be like other coronaviruses that are around us all the time, which cause colds and mild infections.
"We will have built up enough immunity to prevent the other severe disease that we've been seeing over the last year."
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Results that show the Oxford-AstraZenenca vaccine may reduce the spread of coronavirus have been hailed as "absolutely superb" by the health secretary.
Matt Hancock said the study shows "vaccines are the way out of this pandemic".
It is the first time a vaccine has been shown to reduce transmission of the virus.
The UK has given a first Covid jab to 9.6 million people so far.
The results of the study, which has not yet been formally published, suggest that the vaccine may have a "substantial" effect on transmission of the virus.
It means the jab could have a greater impact on the pandemic, as each person who is vaccinated will indirectly protect other people too.
Mr Hancock called the study "really encouraging" on Twitter, adding that the results were "absolutely superb".
Speaking on BBC Breakfast, he said this latest analysis showing the vaccine reduces transmission would "help us all get out of this pandemic".
The study by the University of Oxford, where the vaccine was developed, measured the impact on transmission by testing for asymptomatic infections, swabbing participants every week in addition to recording when anyone fell ill with Covid-19.
As well as showing an effect on transmission, the study found the vaccine offered 76% effective protection from a single dose for three months.
With no fall in protection during the three-month period, the researchers said the results supported gaps between first and second doses of between four and 12 weeks.
The effectiveness of the vaccine increased with a longer gap of 12 weeks before the booster jab.
When the second dose is given, the study found the level of protection from the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine rises to 82%.
Study 'reassures us'
The UK has set itself apart from many other countries by prioritising giving the first dose to as many people as possible, delaying the second jab for about 12 weeks.
The aim is to save more lives by giving some protection to a larger number of people, but the UK has faced criticism from the British Medical Association for following this path with no international support.
Prof Andrew Pollard, chief investigator of the Oxford vaccine trial, said the results supported the UK's approach to delaying the booster shot.
It "reassures us that people are protected from 22 days after a single dose of the vaccine," he says.
The new analysis of the Oxford vaccine suggests that transmission of the virus from those who have been vaccinated could be substantially reduced.
If verified by the scientific review process, it means that as more people get the jab, infection levels could come down faster than they would otherwise and enable the government to lift restrictions sooner than they could otherwise.
One in six of the population has had at least one jab so far.
There's still a long way to go but the impact on case numbers could begin to be felt in the coming weeks.
The fly in the ointment though is the recent emergence in the UK of variants that may be more resistant to some vaccines.
Experts believe that jabs will still offer good protection especially against severe illness, but even so this could slow progress.
The race is now on to vaccinate as many people as quickly as possible, in order to keep a step ahead of the variants.
The government is also trying to slow the spread of variants through enhanced surveillance and testing.
But a critical part of the strategy is to drive down infection levels, so people don't catch the virus in the first place, whatever variant it might be.
In France, use of the Oxford vaccine has been restricted by health authorities who say it should only be given to people under 65.
Mr Hancock, the UK health secretary, said scientists had looked directly at the over-65s and there was "a high degree of confidence" that the Oxford vaccine worked on people of all ages.
He added that the latest research showed the world the vaccine works - "it works well" and "categorically supports" the government's strategy.
Asked if it could now mean children in England returning to school before 8 March, he pointed out 30,000 people were still in hospital.
"We've got to get this right down," he told the Today programme.
"It's too soon to be able to take action in England and we've set out the timescale because we think that's when we should be able to take action, if all goes well."
Alongside the Oxford vaccine, the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine is also being rolled out across the UK.
Clinical trials of the Pfizer vaccine and Moderna, which has been approved but is not yet in use, did not look for a potential impact on transmission.
However, BBC health correspondent James Gallagher said the different vaccines all target the same part of the virus so if one can cut transmission, there is a good chance the others can too.
The data from this latest trial was drawn before new variants, including the South Africa one, emerged.
Asked how protective the Oxford vaccine could be against new mutations, Dr Pollard said he was anticipating "good protection" against the Kent variant and would publish details "very soon".
On other variants, he told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "When we look at the new mutations that have been arising in other countries and now also here in the UK - that is the virus trying to escape from human immunity, and that's whether it's from vaccines or from infection.
"I think that's telling us about what's to come, which is a virus that continues to transmit, but hopefully that will be like other coronaviruses that are around us all the time, which cause colds and mild infections.
"We will have built up enough immunity to prevent the other severe disease that we've been seeing over the last year."
Figures from Tuesday show there were 16,840 new confirmed cases of coronavirus, with the number of new infections dropping 27% since last week.
More than 9.6 million people have received a first dose of the vaccine, with 496,796 people having had both shots.
A further 1,449 people were reported to have died within 28 days of a positive test.
In a separate study, almost 90% of people who tested positive for Covid-19 were found to have protective antibodies against the virus six months after their initial infection.
The study by the UK Biobank, which looked at 1,699 people who had caught the virus, was one of the largest follow-up studies in the world.
Researchers said the results suggested that people who catch coronavirus may be protected from reinfection for at least six months.
But they said more research was needed to find out exactly how long it takes for immunity to fade.
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CELEBS have backed calls for statues around the UK to mark Captain Sir Tom Moore's incredible life.
On GMB today, Piers Morgan said: "You could take a dozen of the biggest hospitals in the country. North, South, East, West and stick a statue of Captain Sir Tom right outside so everyone that goes in remembers that guy.
Carol Vorderman said the national commemoration should go even further - with Captain Sir Tom being given a stone among Kings, Queens and the Unknown Soldier in Westminster Abbey.
Captain Tom passed away yesterday at Bedford Hospital while being treated for pneumonia and coronavirus, sparking tributes from around the world.
Follow the latest tributes on our live blog below...
MATT HANCOCK SAYS "YES" TO SIR TOM MOORE STATUE
Matt Hancock appeared to suggest that a statue could be built in memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore.
Asked whether a statue might be built "in possibly his home town or where he was born or in London", the Health Secretary told LBC: "Yes, I do think that we should find a way, at the right time, to honour the contribution that he made to the NHS and he was an inspiration to so many people."
TWITTER CALLS FOR SIR TOM MOORE STATUE
One person wrote on Twitter: "If ever a statue needed building it is for Sir Tom Moore."
Another said: "What a brilliant idea to have a statue of Sir Captain Tom Moore outside hospitals, as a lasting memory and tribute to the great man; everyone has taken to their hearts."
Andy Preston, the Mayor of Middlesbrough, said: "RIP Captain Sir Tom Moore. A true hero of our age.
"Raised £33 million for the NHS at the age of 100! A statue of Sir Tom must surely be erected."
CAROL VORDERMAN CHIMES IN ASKING FOR A STATUE OF SIR TOM
Ex-Countdown host Carol Vorderman said that the national commemoration of Captain Sir Tom should go further - giving him a stone in Westminster Abbey.
She said: "I think he deserves a stone in Westminster Abbey because I think he embodies this whole terrible pandemic that we are all living through.
"And so many have lost their grandmas, granddads, fathers, mothers, sisters, brothers, and I think he embodies that.
"We loved him. I think we have genuinely fallen in love with Captain Sir Tom."
ANT AND DEC CALL TOM A "SHINING BEACON"
The Saturday Night Takeaway tweeted about Sir Tom, writing: "Captain Sir Tom Moore. What a hero.
"You were a shining beacon of hope and an inspiration to us all when we needed it most. We thank you and salute you. Rest In Peace Sir."
PIERS MORGAN ADDS A TRIBUTE
Sharing a photo of the hero veteran on Instagram, Good Morning Britain's Piers Morgan star wrote: "RIP Captain Sir Tom Moore, 100. A magnificent man. A national hero.
"In our darkest hour since WW2, he rallied Britain with his resilience, courage and optimism. Let us all heed his mantra in our own lives: ‘Tomorrow will be a good day.’ Thank you, Tom."
` cxzvHe wanted to aid charities that dealt with loneliness and the Royal British Legion, which he supported during The Sun’s Poppy Appeal.
AMANDA HOLDEN SPEAKS OF SIR TOM'S "SPIRIT AND SENSE OF HUMOUR"
Britain's Got Talent'sAmanda Holden paid tribute to Sir Tom Moore on Instagram.
She said: "Goodbye to this absolute joy of a man. @captainsirtom ..A National Hero who brought us all together and shone so much light in such a dark time. .. his indomitable spirit and sense of humour taught us so much. .. and will live on thanks to the enormous legacy left behind . My love goes out to your wonderful family."
HEARTFELT TRIBUTES
Prime Minister Boris Johnson described the veteran as "not just a national inspiration but a beacon of hope for the world".
"In the face of this country's deepest post-war crisis, he united us all, he cheered us all up, and he embodied the triumph of the human spirit," he said.
Buckingham Palace said the Queen would be sending a private message of condolence to Sir Tom's family, adding: "Her thoughts, and those of the royal family, are with them, recognising the inspiration he provided for the whole nation and others across the world."
'TOMORROW WILL BE A GOOD DAY'
The Captain Tom Foundation, which was set up to support causes close to Sir Tom's heart, said its work would "aspire to ensure Tom's message of hope becomes an enduring legacy".
"Whilst we mourn his loss, we celebrate his life and will be forever grateful for his optimistic philosophy and wonderful spirit," a statement said.
"Thank you Captain Sir Tom. Because of you tomorrow will be a good day for so many more."
CAPTAIN TOM'S CHARITY LEGACY
Captain Sir Tom Moore's legacy will live on "for years and years", charities have vowed, as his death prompted heartfelt tributes from around the world.
The charity fundraiser, who raised more than £32 million for the NHS during the first lockdown, died at the age of 100 on Tuesday morning after testing positive for Covid-19.
Ellie Orton, chief executive of NHS Charities Together, said Sir Tom "lifted the spirits of an entire nation" and demonstrated that "you're never too old, you're never too anything to care for people and to make a difference".
She told the PA news agency: "He really was a beacon of hope, the optimism that he brought in and hope to us in a really dark and difficult time for this nation and particularly for the NHS is just incredible.
PICTURED
More landmarks lit up for Captain Sir Tom.
HERO REMEMBERED
Landmarks lit up across Britain tonight in memory of Captain Tom Moore, who has died aged 100 after catching Covid.
Blackpool Tower, Wembley Stadium and the London Eye were among the venues illuminated to honour the national treasure.
WHO ARE CAPTAIN TOM'S GRANDKIDS?
Benjamin Ingram-Moore
The 16-year-old stood by his grandad as he carried out his epic 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday.
The Bedford Schoolboy carried out live interviews and maintained Captain Tom’s social media.
He was unveiled as the winner of the Rising Star category in the 2020 Independent School of the Year awards for his part in helping his grandfather raise a staggering £39million.
She is a schoolgirl who attends Bedford Girls’ School.
Max Teixeira
Maz is the 19-year-old son of Lucy Teixeira, who lives in Reading.
Commenting on his grandfather’s astonishing achievement, he said: "We're just shocked and proud of him beyond belief."
In September he retained a golf championship title which was held at The Club at Mapledurham, Reading.
WHO ARE CAPTAIN TOM'S CHILDREN?
Captain Tom had two children with his second wife Pamela, whom he married in 1968.
They had two daughters, Lucy and Hannah.
CONTINUED
With Gift Aid added by many of the 1.5million people who gave money to his Just Giving page, the final total was £38.9million for NHS charities.
Captain Tom described it as a “fairy tale”.
But it wasn’t just about the money — there was something remarkable about Captain Tom that inspired a Britain in turmoil due to the coronavirus pandemic.
This twice-wed grandad from Yorkshire was the man we were looking for in our hour of need.
When he ended each of more than 700 media interviews declaring: “Tomorrow will be a good day” we believed him.
It started like thousands of charity challenges that people launch almost every day in Britain.
World War Two veteran Captain Tom Moore, 99 — who had broken his hip in a nasty fall — wanted to raise a few quid to thank the NHS for their care.
On April 5 last year, when he began to gingerly walk the first of 100 sponsored laps of his family home in Bedfordshire with the aid of a two wheeled walking frame, £1,000 seemed an impossible aim.
Captain Tom, who fought in a tank regiment against the Japanese in Burma, smashed his target within a few days.
By his 100th birthday he had walked 200 laps and collected £32,796,436 in donations — the largest sum raised by one person.
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Sir Tom died in Bedford Hospital on Tuesday at the age of 100 after testing positive for Covid-19.
He rose to prominence during the first coronavirus lockdown last April when he raised £32 million for the NHS by walking 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday and was knighted for his efforts.
Mr Choudhury's own fundraising drive at his home in Bow, east London, earned him an OBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours last year, as well as a chat with Sir Tom himself.
Mr Choudhury said: "He was so kind to encourage me, wishing me well.
"I was so happy that I had the opportunity to meet him virtually."
Mr Choudhury donated the money he raised to the Ramadan Family Commitment and Love4NHS campaigns run by CHS TV.
101-YEAR-OLD FUNDRAISER PRAISES 'HERO' AND INSPIRATION CAPTAIN SIR TOM MOORE
Captain Sir Tom Moore has been described as a "real hero" by a 101-year-old fundraiser he inspired.
Dabirul Islam Choudhury raised more than £420,000 by walking 970 laps of his communal garden while fasting during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan in April and May last year.
Mr Choudhury said: "Captain Tom Moore has inspired millions in the UK and globally, including me, to step up our efforts during the most difficult times.
"He is our real hero and we will miss him terribly."
CONTINUED
"We have been working with Captain Tom to create positive impact around causes close to his and the families' hearts, from combating loneliness to championing education and equality and, of course, supporting the incredible NHS carers and frontline workers whom he held in such high regard.
"Captain Tom's actions inspired people across the world and he was extremely honoured that the foundation might inspire a new generation of Captain Toms.
"We can all make a difference and through our continued work we will aspire to ensure Tom's message of hope becomes an enduring legacy.
"Whilst we mourn his loss, we celebrate his life and will be forever grateful for his optimistic philosophy and wonderful spirit.
"Thank you Captain Sir Tom. Because of you tomorrow will be a good day for so many more."
CAPTAIN TOM FOUNDATION RELEASES STATEMENT
A statement from The Captain Tom Foundation said: "We are heartbroken by the passing of our founder and inspiration Captain Sir Tom Moore.
"As well as uniting the nation and giving hope when it was needed most he has been our beacon of light every single day.
"He was so passionate about the foundation's vision for a more hopeful world and equal society and was immensely proud of the growing legacy it was establishing in his name.
LONDON MAYOR PAYS TRIBUTE TO THE 'TRUE HERO'
"Heartbroken to hear the news that Captain Sir Tom Moore has sadly passed away.
"He was a true hero, in every sense of the word, and will be mourned by millions."
FINANCE MINISTER RISHI SUNAK PAYS TRIBUTE TO CAPTAIN TOM
"A proud Yorkshire man. A dedicated Army Officer. A tireless fundraiser. And above all, an inspiration to us all. Rest in peace Captain Tom."
WHITE HOUSE HONOURS MEMORY OF CAPTAIN TOM
"We join the United Kingdom and the world in honoring the memory of Captain Sir Tom Moore, who inspired millions through his life and his actions," the White House tweeted.
EDITOR OF CAPTAIN SIR TOM MOORE'S AUTOBIOGRAPHY DISCUSSES HIS EXTRAORDINARY LIFE
The editor of Captain Sir Tom Moore's autobiography has said the fundraiser "packed more into the last year of his life than most of us manage in a lifetime".
Writing on Penguin's website, Rowland White paid tribute to Sir Tom after he died aged 100 after testing positive for coronavirus.
Sir Tom's autobiography Tomorrow Will Be A Good Day raised funds for his charity The Captain Tom Foundation.
White said: "Tom packed more into the last year of his life than most of us manage in a lifetime.
"His year in the public eye could not have been more at odds with the life he'd led beforehand, but his autobiography, Tomorrow Will Be A Good Day, showed us that the qualities that saw Tom inspire the country he loved had been there all along."
DAVID BECKHAM HAILS CAPTAIN SIR TOM MOORE AS THE 'VERY BEST OF BRITISH'
David Beckham has hailed Captain Sir Tom Moore as the "very best of British" following his death at the age of 100.
The veteran and charity fundraiser died in Bedford Hospital on Tuesday morning after testing positive for coronavirus.
The former footballer shared the message alongside a video of his encounter with Sir Tom last year.
Beckham met Sir Tom when he presented him with a framed football shirt after he became the first member of the Lionhearts squad of inspirational heroes.
He described him as a "true hero" on Instagram, adding: "What he achieved for our NHS will never be forgotten.
"Tom, you were truly the very best of British.
"When our country and our world was struggling you gave us hope, put a smile on our faces, and made us believe that tomorrow would be a good day. Rest in Peace Sir Tom."
