A BOAT has been named after former Upton Rowing Club stalwart David Semple.
Family and friends attended the special ceremony to honour Semple who recently died. He was a founding member of the 22-year-old club and held the positions of chairman and president.
The club acquired several new boats which needed naming. It was thought the eight should be called ‘David Semple’ but in seeking his permission he suggested that it should be called ‘OK Dave’ which is how his granddaughter Eleanor greeted him and became a family catchphrase.
The boat was duly named ‘OK Dave’ by Eleanor.
A club spokesperson said: “Throughout the life of the club he was a stalwart and enthusiastic supporter of all aspects of club activity.”
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