PAYNE: Peacefully, at Seaforth LTC, Seaforth, on Friday, May 16, 2025, Edward “Teddy” Anthony Payne, formerly of Stratford and St. Marys, age 99.  Loved father of Victoria “Vickie” & Wiley Ward of North Carolina and will be missed by his  grandchildren Tyler Payne Ferguson and Alexandra Payne Ferguson.  Remembered by his former wife Mary (Wigan) Payne of Grand Bend. Predeceased by his sister Madeline Engan and parents Cecil & Irene (Ambrosio) Payne.  At Teddy’s request, cremation has taken place and to have no services. His working career was as an accomplished Artist and furniture color Stylist. Arrangements entrusted to T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. If desired memorial donations to a charity of your choice.