In memory of

Patrick Joseph King

September 15, 1937 -  September 22, 2024

Patrick Joseph King, 87, of Toronto, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sept. 22, 2024 at Sunnybrook Hospital of complications from heart failure after breaking his hip. He left a lifelong legacy with his family and many friends. He was a pillar of Canada’s insurance/reinsurance industry, where he spent his entire working life.

He was born Sept. 15, 1937, the oldest of three boys, to Frank and Kathleen King (nee Keily) in Shannon, Quebec, a predominantly Irish village north of Quebec City. Pat was proud of his Irish heritage and celebrated it often, instilling a love of Irish literature and music in his family and friends. Pat graduated from St. Patrick’s High School in Quebec City and later received his Fellow of the Life Management Institute designation.

He married Marylin Jewell in 1959 and they had three boys: Patrick Jr. (born 1960), Frank (1961) and Brendan (1963). He was a wonderful partner to Marylin through their sixty-five-year marriage, loving her deeply while supporting her education and journey of personal discovery. He was a strong role model for his children and a supportive father, always available for needed advice and counsel. This continued as each son married, Patrick to Donna Hawley, Frank to Lori Galpin and Brendan to Sandie Bryan. He was a loving father figure to each of his daughters-in-law and later to his grandchildren.

Pat worked extremely hard to advance himself in the insurance industry and provide for his family. He achieved the position of vice-president with Allstate Canada, then was recruited to be president and CEO of Canadian Home Assurance. He then went on to executive positions with Allianz Canada, Rhine Reinsurance and Alea Canada before retiring in his 70s. Pat was honoured to serve as president of the Insurance Institute of Ontario from 2002 to 2003. As a testament to his character, he forged lasting friendships at each place he worked.

Over the years, Pat became a proficient golfer, bowler, poker player and curler and made many friends along the way, across Canada and in Sarasota, Florida where he and Marylin spent their winters. They were always pleased to welcome family and friends and received many visitors who enjoyed their company, wine, and Grand Marnier. Pat was a longtime member of Spring Lakes Golf Club in Stouffville and the National Club in Toronto, where he hosted many dinners. He and Marylin were avid readers, with many hundreds of books in their collection.

Pat and Marylin saw much of the world through their travels and they loved hosting their friends, children, and nieces/nephews Greg Jewell, Cindy Procyk and Heidi Pashayan and their families.

Besides Marylin and his children, Pat is survived by his brother Bill, sisters-in-law MaryLou King (nee Pichard) and Sherrill King (nee Kiley) and grandchildren Shannon, Conor and Ryan King.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Michael King.

Visitation is at York Funeral Centre, 160 Beecroft Rd. in Toronto on Monday. Sept. 30 from 4 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, Oct. 1 from 10 to 11 a.m. Memorial service is 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1 at York Funeral Centre.

Internment will follow at York Funeral Centre, followed by a reception at the centre from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Memorials or donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

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Cindy Procyk 

Entered September 25, 2024

I am grateful for all the memories and times we shared together. You will be dearly missed and always in our thoughts. Love always Cindy & Greg Procyk and family xo

Joan Shute (friend)

Entered September 27, 2024 from Etobicoke

Dear Marylin,
Please know that I am sending my deepest sympathy to you and your dear family on the passing of your loving husband, Patrick.
I cannot know the depth of loss you are experiencing but I am sending you my love and hopes that your memories of a life so long together gives you solace and comfort.
Deepest condolences to you and your beloved family.
Sincerely,
Joan Shute CFUW Leaside-East York

Fran Turner (Zen Centre friend of Marylin)

Entered September 27, 2024 from Toronto

Holding you in my heart, Marylin.

John Calder McArthur (Friend and business associate)

Entered September 29, 2024 from Burlington

Marylin and family,

I was saddened to learn of Pat's passing.

Pat was not just a colleague but a great guy who made a significant contribution to the insurance industry during his long career. As past Insurance Institute of Ontario presidents, we shared a meaningful and rewarding experience.

Pat helped me launch my post-corporate consulting practice. We had many enjoyable lunches, the last of which was the pre-COVID final ROMEO luncheon at the National Club.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

John C. McArthur, UE, FCIP

Dean Oleskiw (Friend & business colleague)

Entered September 30, 2024 from Marten River

Pat was a true gentleman and always a pleasure to be around. He was a true professional in his business dealings and his sense of humour always kept a smile on my face. You will be missed Pat.

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