I've raised £1000 to fund a bench for John Daines (laughing John of Rayleigh)

Laughing John. A deserved memorial for 50 years of sharing happiness in Rayleigh
I would like to start a fundraiser for a memorial bench to celebrate the life of laughing John, the biggest celebrity to come out of Rayleigh (back off Mark Francois)
The aim is to raise £1000... (I feel Rochford DC will contribute heavily to commemorate a notable person within our towns modern day history)
Any additional funds will be donated to Coombwood Resorce Centre in Rayleigh who help assist people who are suffering from mental health issues in our area.
John is a true part of Rayleigh‘s modern history and he deserves to be remembered and celebrated much the same as we remember the Dutch Cottage and the Windmill, John should have a permanent, prominent place in our town.
Thank you for many years of Laughter John ♥️