I dind't know him, either, obviously, but he sounds like a wonderful person. I thought those of you who did know him might like to know of the following:

Fund to honour life of Edward

By Anna Locking

SHOP workers are raising money for a popular Dewsbury road sweeper who was found dead at his home.
Edward Thorpe, 58, known as Eddie, was found with head injuries in Howard Street, Batley Carr, on February 21.

Richard Edward Thorpe, 25, has appeared in court charged with murder.

Well-wishers are hoping to raise enough money to honour his memory with a bench or plaque, which could be put in Market Place.

Sandra Quayle, manager of Quality Save in Market Place, where donations can be taken, said Mr Thorpe was a gentleman and well-liked.

"He was such a lovely person," she said.

Mr Thorpe's friend Steve Beveridge, of Westtown, started the fund by donating £20.

His colleagues at Kirklees are also having a collection in his memory.