It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear brother Philip, 1945 - 2023. He was known to many as brother Phil, Phil, Uncle Phil, or Grampa Phil. Philip is survived by his sisters Anne (Charles deceased), Elizabeth (Charles), Julie (Bill) and predeceased by brother Paul (Heather) and sister Denise (Christopher). He leaves a big hole in the hearts of his sisters as well as his beloved extended family. Phil and his twin sister Elizabeth shared the honour of being the youngest of six children of Gerard and Marie Beaudoin. He jokingly claimed the reason he ate so quickly was because at dinner there were "six kids and five pork chops". He was an adored father figure to Diana (Warren), Allyson (Roger), Alex (Andrew), Randall (Ryan), Owen (Alex). Philip was also devoted to his many nieces and nephews who truly enriched his life. We knew that Philip was intellectually gifted at a very young age. At just 8 or 9 years of age, after watching the CBC news, his analysis of politics, history, or geography astounded his parents. He could hold forth in discussions in our living room with the great Canadian philosopher Marshall McLuhan or other lawyers or judges, invited guests of his father. They couldn't believe the breadth of his knowledge at his tender age. Phil's early work with I.B.M took him to Paris for three years in the late 60's which is surely where his appreciation for good wine and food was born. He arrived back in Canada in the fall of 1970 where he joined McLeod Young and Weir. He worked in their Money Market until he left to join First Boston Corp and finally went to Midland Doherty as Retail Sales Manager. He became a vice president of the company and was on The Board of Directors. He then went on to involve himself with others in the investment business. He enjoyed being a member of the Rosedale Golf Club and the Cedarhurst Golf Club where he got his start in golf while his father was President of the club. Phil was a true original, adored by everyone fortunate enough to cross paths with him during his life. He had an incredible knack for connecting with children and treating them like seasoned adults, although his idea of a treat might raise some eyebrows when he jokingly offered a beer or cigarette. Youngsters near and far will never forget their rides with him in his golf cart along Cedarhurst Beach Rd. or the fun times in his Zodiac. Could it be because in many ways he was always a kid himself, living and enjoying life fully in the present? Phil had a heart of gold, leaving all with memories as unique as Phil himself. He was a great adventurer, from a trip to the Galapagos to a harrowing adventure canoeing down the Nahanni River. He also went on rafting trips with friends down major, though pretty much unmapped rivers in northern B.C., the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Alaska, all the while entertaining fellow trippers with his somewhat questionable solutions to any problems encountered. Golf, skiing, tennis, and hosting beach barbecues on Lake Simcoe were also among his favourite activities. Phil was a consummate host whose ability to bring people together was unsurpassed as he welcomed anyone who happened upon one of his parties. Despite Phil’s deep aversion to political dictators, his own dictatorial tendencies revealed themselves at the fabulously chaotic Thanksgiving, Christmas and birthday dinners hosted at the family cottage. “Out of the kitchen!” “If you want to request white or dark meat the Swiss Chalet is down the road.” The joyous, raucous atmosphere of those dinners where all were welcome will never be the same without Phil at the table. If Phil were to write his own epitaph it might be: "If I'd known I'd live this long, I might have taken better care of myself....no probably not,” and finally, in Phil’s own words, “I've had a wonderful life filled with countless adventures both professionally and personally. My family and my many friends have been the source of much joy in my life. If you are shocked by the news of my passing, pour yourself a stiff drink and raise a glass to life.” Phil wanted us to share the arc of his life through photos, so please enjoy those we've posted and add your own stories, comments, and photos at www.manganfuneralhome.com A celebration of life will be held at a later date.