A SCHOOL has paid tribute to one of its best loved neighbours who was dubbed "Mr Wave-a-Lot" because of his friendly wave to generations of pupils and staff.
Peter Haighton Smith had been confined to his home in Arthur's Avenue, Harrogate, overlooking the town's Grammar School, for several years.
But his recent death has led to a thank-you to their "true friend" in the school magazine.
Mr Haighton Smith was seen in the window of his home at 8.45am and 3.30pm on school days waving and smiling at pupils and staff as they walked by.
Following speech days it was a tradition for winners to visit Mr Haighton Smith.
The school has recorded its official thanks to the Haighton Smiths for their kindness, which extended to donating £500 to improve staff facilities.
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