I was very sad to hear this morning of the death of David Paley following a short illness.

David was a hugely popular figure, originally on the North West flaps, particularly Blackpool. He also made dozens of friends over the years on his regular trips to Ireland accompanied by wife Barbera and daughter Kim Sanzone.

David was a greyhound man to his boots. He was great company, knowledgeable, popular and witty. He hugely graced the industry that he supported for so many decades, as a thoroughly kind and decent man.

My thoughts are with Barbera, Kim, David and Gail at this terribly sad time

Floyd Amphett