Suddenly in his 102nd year on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Headwaters Hospital, Orangeville. Much-loved father of daughter Susan Dean and son Andrew Caple, Poppy to David Dean (Amanda) and great-grandchildren Liam, Parker, and Elora. Predeceased by wife Maureen (Monty), and brothers Clifford, Nigel, Ken, Norman, and twin Donald.
Born in London, England, David was apprenticed to the Bristol Aircraft Corporation in 1939, emigrated to Canada in 1947 where he joined A.V. Roe Canada. That same year he met Monty, also from England, and they married in 1949. David worked his way up to Vice President of Hawker-Siddeley Canada, from which he decided to take early retirement in 1984. David and Monty continued to enjoy their sixty years together on their farm. David was a true English gentleman, soft-spoken, mentor to some and a friend to all, and well-respected by his peers. Retirement allowed him to enjoy his horses, and adopt the many stray cats that found their way to the farm. He was an accomplished self-taught pianist and composer. Lover of the Big Band era, he played saxophone in a dance band when first in Canada.
A special thank you to Dr. El Khouly, and to all the staff at the Davis Centre, including Dr. Sivapalan and Dr. Cherian. Heartfelt thanks to Christina, Maria, Cindy, Suzie, and Camille.
Cremation has taken place.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Caledon Animal Shelter, or the charity of your choice.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Kathy Clarkson
My sincere condolences to Susan and her family
It was always a pleasure to visit and talk with your dad on the farm
God bless he lived to 102 years old
REST IN PEACE DAVE
Suzie Mcqueen
It was an honour to care for him. A man who felt like my own dad, a true English gentleman in every way. At 102 he carried a lifetime of wisdom, grace, and quiet strength. In his passing, the world has lost a rare soul, and I’ve lost someone who will forever be in my heart.
David you are now with your beloved Monty and with our Lord.
Suzie XX
Krista Lloyd
Susan and family,
My sincere condolences to all of the family. Such a kind gentleman, may he rest in peace.
Krista Lloyd
Darlene & Danny Avram
Dear Susan and Family….
So sorry to hear of your Father’s passing.
We send our Condolences and Hugs to all of you at this sad time! May he rest in peace!
Jane Collier
Dear Susan and family,
I’m sending my heartfelt condolences for the loss of your dear father.
May you find peace and healing in your shared memories.
May you find comfort in knowing that you provided your dad with exceptional love and care over the last 18 years. I saw you as the consistently caring and doting daughter. He was a very fortunate man.
Please take care of you.
Love,
Jane Collier
Camille
My dearest David, you were the sweetest well mannered gentleman I have ever met. I have many memories that I forever will cherish with you, your funny ways to being so smart and always winning connect 4 no matter how much I tried you always won. My “cold hands” to “nice and warm” you always made sure I was comfortable. You loved your aero chocolate and ice cream, just everything I will forever cherish. I am grateful I got to meet such a kind gentlemen with so much life and so many stories. As I have tears in my eyes writing this, I know you are with your beloved Monty, and with our Lord ♥️ until we get to meet again up above give Nakota a kiss for me and Grammie. I know you’re dancing right now and having all the kitties and horses all around you up in paradise. Love always Camille
Lynn Caple
Much loved and respected- my uncle David
from his nephew Lynn Caple in Florida USA
ken graham
To Sue Dean, What an amazing man! So talented. Ken and Chris Graham
Heather Caple
My condolences to the family on the passing of Uncle David. I remember fondly days spent at the beautiful farm with Uncle David and Aunty Monty, and my parents, and others in the Caple family.
May happy memories be plentiful and comforting to friends and relatives.
Heather Caple, Tiny, ON (Uncle David’s niece)
Marlene roy
Condolences to the Caple family. I worked as David’s secretary at hawker siddeley in Malton during the early seventies. His kindness and support was always appreciated.
Rest in peace David.