Smile 26,622 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 Should we not name a part of the site after Ben as we have done with Jimmy Bell? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BookWorm 4,285 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 37 minutes ago, Smile said: Should we not name a part of the site after Ben as we have done with Jimmy Bell? Has been said earlier that this is under consideration by admin I believe. MisterC, Negri's lovechild and Smile 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SPWF 8,491 Posted October 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 59 minutes ago, Smile said: Should we not name a part of the site after Ben as we have done with Jimmy Bell? I believe @psb07158 has been in touch with his family to ask how they would feel about something like this before any change is made. MisterC, bluenoz, Bluekev and 5 others 8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bobby Hume 13,507 Posted October 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 1 hour ago, SPWF said: I believe @psb07158 has been in touch with his family to ask how they would feel about something like this before any change is made. Mind Matters section is now dedicated .... In loving memory of ben51 💙 🇬🇧 Goofy The Scot, CR3, BookWorm and 5 others 8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post MidSussexBlue 1,275 Posted October 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 It is amazing that whilst you may never have met someone, news of their passing hits you as if you have known them personally for years. I am incredibly saddened by this news and hope his nearest and dearest remember all the great times they shared with him. MisterC, Hadron Collider, KaiserJon and 9 others 12 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Guest Posted October 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 1 hour ago, SPWF said: I believe @psb07158 has been in touch with his family to ask how they would feel about something like this before any change is made. I've asked if they would be OK with us putting together a fundraiser in his name and work out a suitable permanent memorial to Ben. I haven't heard back yet - I sent another message last night but I haven't chased again since. We have to appreciate that the family needs a bit of time and space so there may be a bit of a delay in sorting all of this out, but one thing for sure is I won't allow it to be forgotten and whether it's this week or in a month's time, we'll do Ben justice. Bears r us, wully, Darth Bear and 52 others 55 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post RFC55 110,319 Posted October 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 9 minutes ago, psb07158 said: I've asked if they would be OK with us putting together a fundraiser in his name and work out a suitable permanent memorial to Ben. I haven't heard back yet - I sent another message last night but I haven't chased again since. We have to appreciate that the family needs a bit of time and space so there may be a bit of a delay in sorting all of this out, but one thing for sure is I won't allow it to be forgotten and whether it's this week or in a month's time, we'll do Ben justice. Brilliant work mate. Bobby Hume, JackAlex93, KaiserJon and 3 others 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bears r us 31,000 Posted October 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 13 minutes ago, psb07158 said: I've asked if they would be OK with us putting together a fundraiser in his name and work out a suitable permanent memorial to Ben. I haven't heard back yet - I sent another message last night but I haven't chased again since. We have to appreciate that the family needs a bit of time and space so there may be a bit of a delay in sorting all of this out, but one thing for sure is I won't allow it to be forgotten and whether it's this week or in a month's time, we'll do Ben justice. Thanks for all that you are doing. BridgeIsBlue, RFC55, Negri's lovechild and 10 others 13 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPWF 8,491 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 11 minutes ago, psb07158 said: I've asked if they would be OK with us putting together a fundraiser in his name and work out a suitable permanent memorial to Ben. I haven't heard back yet - I sent another message last night but I haven't chased again since. We have to appreciate that the family needs a bit of time and space so there may be a bit of a delay in sorting all of this out, but one thing for sure is I won't allow it to be forgotten and whether it's this week or in a month's time, we'll do Ben justice. That was it. Got my wires crossed. I’m sure the family will appreciate you reaching out. Definitely agree on giving them space. No need to rush any decisions. Bobby Hume 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post the goal machine 7,824 Posted October 24, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 Fucking hell, just saw this. Despite never meeting him in person, he was probably one of the posters I was friendliest with on here as he was such a genuine guy and a really good poster. Beyond gutted, and condolences to his family and everyone on here who knew him. RIP. Bobby Hume, Sparkle, Bears r us and 3 others 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWR1979 2,012 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 Really sad news, sorry to hear about anyone struggling let alone this. It's OK not to be ok but please reach out to someone. RIP Ben. Bears r us, Bluekev and Bobby Hume 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Featured Comment Popular Post Guest Posted October 24, 2023 Featured Comment Popular Post Share Posted October 24, 2023 Hi All Just an update - the family have said they are happy with us fundraising for Ben. I have set the page up below - please share this so we can do our boy proud https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BenHoodMemorial Thank you nik2402, Stunels, SPWF and 45 others 48 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BridgeIsBlue 66,666 Posted October 24, 2023 Share Posted October 24, 2023 19 minutes ago, psb07158 said: Hi All Just an update - the family have said they are happy with us fundraising for Ben. I have set the page up below - please share this so we can do our boy proud https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BenHoodMemorial Thank you Will donate on Friday. Bears r us and Sparkle 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Loyal72 12,364 Posted October 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2023 @NeoGeo7 what a guy 💙 Negri's lovechild, ger4life_1872, Rangers_no1 and 22 others 25 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Negri's lovechild 14,606 Posted October 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2023 8 minutes ago, Loyal72 said: @NeoGeo7 what a guy 💙 Unbelievably generous 💙👏 Bears r us, Loyal72, The Specky Forum Organiser and 14 others 17 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
EastEnclosureBear 2,972 Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 I’m genuinely sad to hear this. My thoughts are with his family and friends RIP Ben x Bears r us 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPWF 8,491 Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 6 hours ago, psb07158 said: Hi All Just an update - the family have said they are happy with us fundraising for Ben. I have set the page up below - please share this so we can do our boy proud https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/BenHoodMemorial Thank you Donated. RangersMedia 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Nosed Babe 21,044 Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 I have no words. Rest Well Ben. Bears r us 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Nosed Babe 21,044 Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 I would have posted Michael Jackson but this is less controversial. https://youtu.be/YvpoYxwI08M?si=GpQ4F6WkCK9vS2bL Bears r us and 16BlueSherbert90 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Godfather 72,864 Posted October 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2023 5 hours ago, Negri's lovechild said: Unbelievably generous 💙👏 Lost for word at that. What a gent Loyal72, Negri's lovechild, J-Maestro and 3 others 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post King Jela 20,687 Posted October 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2023 Lost for words reading that. What a tragedy for his friends, family and the wee community here. Heartbreaking seeing him in that pic. Rip, Ben sir. geneva_ger, Rangers_no1, mearns loyal and 3 others 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JackAlex93 11,666 Posted October 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2023 Breaks my heart seeing his photo on the just giving page. A lad of similar age to myself with so much ahead of him. Rest in peace, always remembered 💙 murzo, mearns loyal, geneva_ger and 4 others 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mor3los_1 3,672 Posted October 25, 2023 Share Posted October 25, 2023 Tenner donated, really sad to hear what happened Sparkle 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Guest Posted October 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2023 Thank you to everyone who has donated so far - I’m going to leave the fundraiser up until the Dundee game, as I know some people will get paid over the weekend / Monday and might be waiting for then I will start a separate poll for which charity we donate to later this week ForeverAndEver, Bears r us, JackAlex93 and 13 others 16 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Den Mac 48 Posted October 25, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted October 25, 2023 Hi all. Hope all is well. As a banned member I thought I’d sign up, as I want to give my condolences to young Bens family and friends at this sad and difficult time. I only met Ben once or twice watching Rangers through the years, also knowing him for years on the forum, it’s so sad hearing about his untimely and sudden death. Ben was only a few years older than my son, so I suppose it’s got a chord with me. He was an absolute diamond of a fella, sometimes we didn’t see eye to eye on here, but so what it’s the internet ffs. on another note, if the forums admin wanted to do a raffle/football card/auction to help raise funds, I have a match worn Mark Hately top from the 92/93 season that I won at an auction, I’d be happy to hand over to the forum to help raise funds. If any help is needed at all, no matter how small I’d be happy to help. cheers. Take care of your loved ones 💙 Junior soprano Negri's lovechild, geneva_ger, Loyal72 and 45 others 48 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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