Tributes paid to former director
Livingston FC have paid tribute to former club director Morris Kaplan who was laid to rest last Thursday at Piershill Cemetery in Edinburgh.
Mr Kaplan became unwell last Tuesday evening and passed away in hospital in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
His friend, Livingston chairman Robert Wilson, paid his respects to his “loyal friend” and “larger than life character” who was club director from 2005 to 2008.
Paying tribute on the club’s website, Mr Wilson said: “Morris volunteered his services to the new board in 2009 as concierge and took charge of the boardroom and the directors’ box while still purchasing his annual corporate season ticket.
“He was always available to represent the company at meetings and events with his friendly demeanour.
“In retirement Morris spent lots of time at his favourite resort, Turnberry Hotel Ayrshire, where the staff became like family to him.”
Mr Wilson added: “Everyone at Livingston FC is extremely sad with the passing of a true gentleman and my loyal friend, Morris Kaplan.”