Jim Mitchell had many names – and even more roles in life.
He went by titles as varied as James (Jim) Mitchell, JK, Jimmy Riddle, and both Mr and Dr Sleeze.
Now his daughter Cassie is trying to raise enough money to pay for his funeral and wake and a bench in his memory at Chingford Cricket Club - his "favourite place".
Cassie paid tribute to him in a heartfelt message on fundraising website GoFundMe following his death, describing him as a “legend” with a zest for storytelling and a flair for humour.
She said: "Father, son, brother, uncle, grandad, blood brothers, friend, Samaritan, roadie, lead vocalist, groundsman, artist, songwriter, storyteller, speedway racer, Amless Wanderers chairman, crane driver, sound engineer, fireworks director, Arsenal supporter and beer and Scotch expert.
"Dad wore so many hats in his lifetime and the memories he left us with are happy and full of love. He was the sort of person that would be able to connect with you no matter your mood or circumstances.
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"His fast wit and sense of humour could turn low moods into hours of belly rolling laughs. His flair for telling stories would capture the imagination no matter the audience and as his favourite saying goes, 'Never let the truth get in the way of a good story'.
"He was by far the biggest character I’ve ever known and he hole that’s left now he’s gone is immense. He is, was and always will be a legend."
To donate to support the cost of Mr Mitchell’s funeral and wake, and a bench in his memory, visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/james-jim-mitchell
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