A body found in Bude earlier this week was identified as that of Seaton, who went missing on August 24.
Seaton, 57, joined the financial services industry in October 1986. He became a corporate financial adviser in July 1989 and a pensioneer trustee in 1990, before joining James Hay in 1993.
With joint managing director Ian Hammond, Seaton undertook a management buyout of the SSAS and associated consultancy business of James Hay and established Rowanmoor Pensions in 2006.
Hammond says: “As you may have heard, my close friend and joint managing director of Rowanmoor Pensions, David Seaton, passed away recently.
“David had a wealth of experience in the financial services industry and his depth of knowledge was exceptional..
“David was a well-known industry spokesman, active in the SSAS and Corporate Financial Planning arena. Always keen to share his knowledge and passion for pensions, David hosted a number of educational seminars and spoke regularly at industry events, through his associations with organisations such as Association of Independent Financial Advisers and Henry Stewart Conferencing.
“David actively campaigned on the issues he felt strongly about, most recently, he wrote to the Chancellor of the Exchequer outlining proposed pension changes to the 2009 Finance Bill. David’s determination and dedication was inspirational.
“Away from the business world, David was married with five grown up children and one grandson. He had an avid appreciation for wine and fine dining. He loved to experiment with his culinary skills and had an ongoing passion for music and photography.
“If you met David or heard him speak, you will know the energy and exuberance he had for the industry. David actively went out of his way to help others, he appreciated the value of good relationships, and friendships. David was a man of great charm, he had an infectious personality and was full of life. He was a highly motivating and respected colleague, who will be sorely missed by all those who have had the privilege of knowing him.
“I am grateful to have been his work colleague and friend for over sixteen years and whilst there is no doubt that he will be dearly missed, he leaves an outstanding legacy in Rowanmoor Pensions, a successful company, which continues to perform well.
“Our thoughts at this time are with his family.”
Rowanmoor pays tribute to David Seaton
