Tributes have poured in for leisure industry legend David Coffer who has died aged 76.
Coffer, who worked in the leisure property industry for more than 50 years earning him the moniker ‘Mr Leisure’, founded Davis Coffer Lyons in 1972 and built it into one of the UK’s leading leisure property consultancies.
He was the founder and president of the Restaurant Property Advisors Society and a fellow of the RICS.
In a statement, the Coffer family said: “We are deeply saddened to announce the death of beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend David Coffer, after an inimitably strong battle with illness. A man of profound insight and intellect, lionlike determination and courage, and unrivalled kindness; he could not fail to have an impact on anyone who met him.
“A supernova, his brightness will shine for decades on the many people whose life he influenced. We have received so many kind messages and would like to thank all well-wishers for their support as we come to terms with our loss.”
In a statement, Davis Coffer Lyons said: “He was a true pioneer and an inspiration to us all, and we valued his insight, wisdom and compassion. Whilst he will be deeply missed, we will move forwards upholding our shared values of integrity, passion and professionalism, and with great pride in the business that he created.”
