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[KingKirk 25,746]

I must admit my emotions are all over the place only a few days ago he was posting in the mind matters forum giving out support all whilst suffering really badly himself. Struggling to find the words to do that justice. 

If only he could see this thread 

Fly high ben💙

[arthurromeo 86]

Hi, I don't know much about football, and I know even less about forums, this is the first one I've been on. I worked with Ben for the last few years and have ended up here following some of the comments from the just giving. I have cried reading all the words of support and love on this thread and the fundraiser and wanted to say thank you for putting it together. It's done so much to bring people together in this time of need and its a great suggestion to arrange something at ibrox & donate to several charities. 

Ben always talked about this forum but downplayed his role significantly. I can see what a beautiful community this is. I just wish Ben were here to see how loved, cared for and well thought of he was, and that this too shall pass. 

[ForeverAndEver 71,856]

Fundraiser’s hit 7k.

[Bluekev 44,274]

10 minutes ago, ForeverAndEver said:

Fundraiser’s hit 7k.

That’s a phenomenal effort. It just shows how loved and respected he was.

[cascadeshrimp 1,469]

Amazing the amount of money raised so far, great effort by all

Truly the greatest supporters on the face of planet Earth 

well done everyone and a special thank you and well done to @psb07158 , hats off to you sir

[toolongawake 1,205]

Won't be able to donate until Tuesday but damn, £7k, thats incredible.

[16BlueSherbert90 19,240]

Think we should just raise the fund to £10K. Even if we don't hit that mark. 

It really is a wonderful effort from everyone. This will really go a long way and start a journey towards something Ben would have been very proud to be part of. 

[sRcFoCt 7,732]

@psb07158 well done for doing the fundraising.

Also it puts a lump in your throat reading the comments of people who haven't met Ben but yet felt they knew him because of this forum.

 

[Siam69 27,082]

@psb07158 has been an absolute star from the first post on this thread.

Handled the tragic situation with such dignity at all times.

An absolute credit, and I'm sure if Ben was able to comment, he'd agree. 

[ElBufalo20 7,929]

59 minutes ago, sRcFoCt said:

@psb07158 well done for doing the fundraising.

Also it puts a lump in your throat reading the comments of people who haven't met Ben but yet felt they knew him because of this forum.

 

Obviously everyone donating is brilliant but seeing quite a lot of £4/5 donations really put a smile on my face.

The fact that people can’t necessarily afford too much but just want to contribute something is really inspiring.

He was obviously well loved and hope all these contributions can give his family the tiniest amount of comfort that he was very well thought of.

 

 

[Blue Nosed Babe 20,850]

Moved by all the love at a time like this.

[simplythebest 11,453]

Some will remember it being mentioned a few times that we went to the same school with Ben the year above 

Absolutely stunned 

[ayro 3,074]

The amount of money raised is phenomenal but the number of people to donate is over 400 now, that shows you how good a guy he was to have impacted so many.

[SkylineBlue 23,944]

I nipped on to donate this morning and by the time it had processed a few other people had also donated to break the 8 grand mark. 

[geneva_ger 9,404]

What a target and what an achievement by all who contributed and will no doubt continue to contribute. The sad news about Ben has clearly affected so many folk and must give some comfort to his family and friends.

This tragic occasion has made us all talk about mental health and I sat down with my son yesterday (similar age to Ben) and we had a good chat about it. We both committed to talking with his other brothers and ensure that there will be no subject we won't discuss as a family.

Talking is step #1

[stevemac 5,017]

nearly £8,300 - worth a thread bump!

[Darth Bear 15,123]

It really is something that so many people have obviously felt his loss in some way. 

 

[16BlueSherbert90 19,240]

RangersRadio has mentioned the fundraiser on their station last night and tonight. 

I asked them yesterday but haven't been able to mention it here due to working. Top guys. 

If anyone listens to the show on here, please pass on my appreciation. I could only ask through their Twitter DMs briefly. 

[geneva_ger 9,404]

We're at 97% of the new target, roll on pay day

[the goal machine 7,810]

Donated when I got paid. Rest easy, Ben. We all love you to bits 

[Creampuff 22,628]

Now over nine thousand pounds. Incredible really.

[stevemac 5,017]

2 hours ago, Creampuff said:

Now over nine thousand pounds. Incredible really.

Let's go for 10

[ger4life_1872 29,732]

This is properly unbelievable the amount raised but more than that the comments , it probably wont be much of a comfort just now but in time im sure this will mean so much to his friends n family 

[born a blue nose 90,907]

There absolutely must be an annual thing done for Ben. 

As a site, and a person, he should ever be forgotten 

[Darth Bear 15,123]

14 minutes ago, born a blue nose said:

There absolutely must be an annual thing done for Ben. 

As a site, and a person, he should ever be forgotten 

I'm sure we could organise some sort of fundraiser for a memorial every year no problem. Maybe some suggestions from those running our Erskine stuff on how to set it up?