Patron of the arts Gerard David (66) dies

The Irish painter and patron of the arts, Gerard Davis, has died aged 66.

The Irish painter and patron of the arts, Gerard Davis, has died aged 66.

Mr Davis, a promined member of the Irish Jewish community, was ill for some time.

He is survived by his daughters, Debbie and Judie, son, Leslie, former wife, Joan Sand and partner, Barbara.

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