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Obituary - Ian D. Macaulay '88
We are saddened to inform you of the passing of Ian Macaulay, Class of '88 on February 9, 2025 in Phuket, Thailand. Ian is survived by his mother, his sister Fiona Macaulay and her family.
Ian was a student at Selwyn House School from 1979 to 1985 and returned in 1988 to graduate from Grade 11. In his last year, he was a proud member of the wrestling team, which earned third place in the Quebec Schoolboy Tournament.
He went on to attend Ridley College for Grade 13, before earning his undergraduate degree in East Asian Studies from McGill University. As part of his studies, he spent a semester as an exchange student at Sophia University in Tokyo. He later completed a master’s degree in International Relations at Columbia University.
Please see his obituary below. A service will be held in July of 2025.
We are sending this note to those for whom we have an email address on file. Please share this with anyone who may have lost contact with the school.
Our sympathies to all of you and to Ian's family and friends.
Published online April 12, 2025 in the Montreal Gazette
Ian D. Macaulay
July 22, 1971 - February 9, 2025
July 22, 1971 - February 9, 2025
Ian Macaulay, who passed away on February 9, 2025, in Phuket, Thailand was born in Montreal, Canada, to Ann Welbourn Macaulay and Ian Hamish Macaulay.
Ian's life was shaped by an insatiable curiosity and a love of learning. He earned his undergraduate degree in East Asian Studies from McGill University and studied as an exchange student at Sophia University in Tokyo. He later pursued a master's degree in international relations at Columbia University.
Ian's adventurous spirit, sharp intellect, and infectious sense of fun made him a beloved friend. He built a wide and devoted circle of friends and colleagues who valued his thoughtfulness, humor, and generosity.
An entrepreneur at heart, Ian founded Elite Havens, a company instrumental in developing the luxury villa rental market in Bali. His dedication to quality and service set new industry standards and left a lasting impact.
A gifted linguist, Ian spoke fluent Mandarin and had a strong command of Japanese, Indonesian Bahasa, Thai, and French. His ability to connect across cultures enriched both his personal and professional relationships, deepening his ties to the places he called home.
Predeceased by his father, Ian is survived by his mother, his sister Fiona Macaulay and her family. He will be profoundly missed by his extended family in the UK, friends around the world, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Predeceased by his father, Ian is survived by his mother, his sister Fiona Macaulay and her family. He will be profoundly missed by his extended family in the UK, friends around the world, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Ian was cremated in Thailand, and we will hold a memorial service for him in July.
In his memory, please make donations to Bleu Massawippi, an organization dedicated to preserving and protecting Lake Massawippi, a place Ian cared about. www.bleumassawippi.com
Published online April 12, 2025 in the Montreal Gazette
