Mr David Potter, teacher, author and historian

That this House pays tribute to the life of Mr David Potter, teacher, author, historian and active member of the Kirkcaldy community; commends his 32 year career as a classics and Greek teacher at Glenrothes High School where he inspired a generation of pupils with his warmth, humour and intellect; celebrates his authorship and publication of 65 books on a range of topics including classics, Kirkcaldy and its people, sport most notably Celtic and Newcastle Football Clubs and the world of politics; applauds his deep community spirit and his involvement with Kirkcaldy Old Kirk, Old Kirk Players and Kirkcaldy civic society; recognises that his life embodied the very best of community spirit given by a man of exceptional character who left the world a better place through his presence, contribution and humanity; and offers deepest condolences to his wife Rosemary, their children and grandchildren in celebration of his memory.