May 16, 1944 - December 1, 2023

40 years in the music industry for Polygram and Universal Music as the Production Manager, passed away at his home on Friday, December 1, 2023, at the age of 79.

Loved husband and best friend of Monique Lebel; loved stepfather of Cedric Denjean (Lydie) of Brittany, France.

Grandfather of Julien and Emilie. Brother of Paul and the late Peter and Susan.

Predeceased by his parents, Wilbur Tate and Anne (Bell). Ian will always be loved and in our hearts.

Friends fondly remember his stubbornness, his ability to laugh at himself, his love of music, the Toronto Raptors, and mostly his greatest love for his wife, Monique Lebel – who he now joins to be reunited in eternal life together.

Online messages of condolence may be left for the family by visiting: barnesmemorial funeralhome.com .