F. Donald McPhun

Dad was born January 31st 1924, and passed away peacefully on April 12, 2018, surrounded by his family. Loving husband of Nan McPhun for 68 years , and father to Catherine McPhun Beatty ( Stuart Wason) and Lyndy McPhun ( Anne Green). Adored Papa to Caitlin Beatty ( Peter Stewart) and Daniel Beatty. Predeceased by his sister Mary Elizabeth McPhun, 2011. Following his training and serving with the RCAF, Dad began his career with Imperial Oil, and moved to the financial sector where he worked for Nesbitt Thomson as a greatly admired and respected stockbroker for over 40 years. He was well known for his integrity and business acumen and helped many people achieve their financial security and dreams. He also served as a mentor to many in the industry.
He was an avid fly fisherman and founding member of the Cuckoo Valley Fishing Club – the irony of this was not lost on his family.
Dad loved to play the piano and could play anything by ear.
His favourite spot in the world was the cottage at Whitefish Lake, which he and Nan built and enjoyed every summer for the past 50 years, fishing, sailing and hosting lifelong friends and family. He made his own wine for a short time, a hobby he mercifully gave up after a few years. He and Mom travelled extensively during their life together and were active participants in the LLR program at Glendon College, always staying interested in life.
Dad volunteered at the Yonge Street Mission for years and gave generously to many charities that were near and dear to him and Mom.
Dad was a charming character, soft spoken- a true gentleman.
Thank you to the wonderful and caring staff at Amica Barrie for their compassion and support. He will be greatly missed by his family. We love you Dad.

A celebration of his outstanding life will be held on Friday April 27th at 11:30am at Mount Pleasant Funeral Centre, 375 Mount Pleasant Rd( east gate entrance).
For online condolences please visit www.etouch.ca