I can't find the words to say what this horrible news is doing to me right now, but maybe the tears say enough about this man whose generous friendship came my way simply because of Leeds United and this extraordinary email list.
He was funny and irreverent, much more clever than he liked to admit, and kind and big hearted with it. Saying he was sociable is a bit of an understatement; he got on with just about everyone at just about any time. Saying "husband and father" doesn't come close either: he absolutely adored Kate, and being married to her, and he absolutely loved Bradley and Sidney, and being a full-on dad to them too (he usually preferred being called David, but the email sign off proudly changed to Dadiv and Double Dadiv after the boys arrived.) I am praying so hard for the three of you. Dull match days (and good match days) on Row O in the top left of the kop were all the better for having David around, singing shouting swearing and chatting. He thoughtfully bought me a hip flask so we could all take turns in matchday refuelling duties, and the best matchdays also involved the Pudsey Special bus, a takeaway form the Bismillah, and some family time in front of the telly (and the cats). You didn't care much for religion, David; but then (and how I wish you'd understood) I don't either. May you rest in peace – and rise in glory Love, Gav _______________________________________________ Leedslist mailing list Info and options: https://mailman.gn.apc.org/mailman/listinfo/leedslist To unsubscribe, email [email protected] Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/leedslist/ RIP Norman MOT
