A record shop and café in Bury has paid tribute to a "much loved" close friend and team member who has died.
Wax and Beans on Market Street is raising funds to support the family of Dennis Wise, who worked in the shop alongside co-owners Ben Soothill and Louise Jackson.
In a message alongside the fundraiser, Ben and Louise said Dennis had supported the business since before it opened its doors four years ago, and that he had also worked with them in their staffroom helping to pack and send their online orders.
Dennis, 50, had recently taken some time away from the shop with a chest infection.
They are now aiming to raise as much money as possible to support his family, including his son James, and to assist with funeral costs.
Ben and Louise said: “On hearing of Dennis' passing, we were both shocked and devastated.
"Dennis had taken some time out of the shop with a chest infection, but never did we imagine he wouldn't return to work.
“On behalf of his family, we'd like to raise as much as possible to help his family and James with the planning of his funeral.
"While money is no replacement for people, it will go some way to supporting his son and family through this very difficult time.
“Dennis previously worked at the record shop Vibes in Bury town centre and was a well known and much-loved member of our community.
"On opening our shop four years ago, he gave us some very valued advice and opinions that helped us create the successful business we have today.
“Not only that, he became part of our little business, alongside his son James, even before we opened our doors.”
Ben and Louise have already received more than a 100 donations and messages of support from those who knew and loved Dennis.
Dennis’ family have not yet released details regarding his funeral, but Wax and Beans will provide an update on their GoFundMe when they can.
If you would like to leave a message of support, or to donate what you can, you can do so on the shop’s GoFundMe page.
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