At the park at the site of the old service station along Main Street, the Lions Club have placed a seat in the garden, alongside Fred Crouch & Sons funeral services.

A plaque has been placed on the seat which reads; "this seat was provided by the Stawell Lions Club to recognise the long service given by Don Webb to the town of Stawell as a councillor, mayor, and proud Lion".

Mr Webb passed away in late November 2014, and was remembered as "a true civic leader" by Northern Grampians Shire Council Mayor Murray Emerson.

"He will be remembered for his energy, dedication, compassion and love for this community," he said.

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"Don Webb was born in Stawell at the Sister Davies Hospital and together with his wife of almost 60 years, Ruby, was well known and loved for his contribution to the community.

"Whether it be through work with the local Lions Club, Men's Probus Club, Stawell and District Residents Association, or the Stawell Bowling Club.

"Don worked at Australia Post in Stawell for 44 years and at the age of 40, was elected to the Stawell City Council and later on became mayor of the Stawell Council.

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"Don received an Order of Australia Medal in 2004 for his contribution to Local Government in the Grampians region. In 2012, he received a senior achievement award at Government House.

"Don was also chair of the Northern Grampians Shire Council audit committee for many years, only retiring from this role in 2013."

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