Gerald (Stanley) Payne
Gerald (Stanley) Payne
Retired District Chief, Toronto Fire Department
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Peacefully, with his loving family by his side, Stan passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 in his 85th year.
Beloved Husband of Evelyn (Ev) for 63 years. Loving Father of Heather (Adrian), Shari (Tony) and Kristine (Ian). Much loved Grandpa of Ryan (Crystal), Kyle (Amanda), Eric (Erika), Quentin, Will and Tori. Great-Grandpa (GGPa) to Jaxon and Riley. Brother to Ron (the late Marilyn) and Ray (Bev) and loving Brother-In-Law and Uncle to many. He will be fondly remembered by his extended family members and friends.
Stan began his career with the Toronto Fire Department in 1961 and retired as a District Chief in 1996.
A heartfelt thank you to the Palliative Care team from Central East LHIN, especially Dr. Tran and Biola who helped Stan’s family fulfill his wish to remain at home with family close by during his illness.
According to Stan’s wishes, he is being cremated and a Celebration of Life will take place for family and friends at a date to be determined.
Jim Perri and Irene Leung
Growing up on the same street, I’ll always remember playing road hockey and Stan would occasionally join in the fun. Great memories of the good times we shared. We would like to express our deepest condolences to the Payne family and all.
Cheryl Stoyanovski
Sending our heartfelt condolences to Ev and Stan’s amazing family. Stan has always been a courageous man… right to the end. He closed his eyes knowing how much he was dearly loved. Cherish all these wonderful memories and the strength of your family will guide you through the coming days.
Comforting hugs from the Stoyanovski family.
Paula Gray
Remembering Stan with much admiration and love. I am so grateful that he was part of my life and for the many wonderful memories.
Tony Kailan
Sincere condolences to the family. Stan with surely be missed, I personally will mis our conversations dissecting our perceived problems re: our Leafs and Bluejays..💔
Angel Trotta and family
Our deepest condolences and love to you all, especially Aunt Ev . There are so many wonderful memories I will cherish from my childhood that include Uncle Stan xox I’m so glad we got to visit the last time we were in the province. Our hearts are broken for you 💔
Bert and Pat
Stans daughter Heather married our son Adrian many years ago and we enjoyed many family get togethers. When we both retired we Golfed together, usually at Spring Creek in Pickering for about 20 years on most Tuesdays. (It never seemed to rain on that day and we cancelled very few tee-times over
the years)
Get a tee time arranged up there Stan because we will be joining you in the near future.
Ann & Ken Daly
Deepest condolences to the Payne family!
R. I.P. Stan
Ed and Gisela Gingras
Our deepest condolences to you and your family Shari. I remember how proud you were of your dad.
Shelagh Heeney
Stan was one of the best. I am grateful to have known him and I send deepest condolences to his extraordinary family who stayed by his side. He leaves a legacy of love. Truly a life well lived.
Paul D. Moffatt
Sending my condolences to Stan’s family. Greatest respect for Stan, as a FF and athlete. Great man I enjoyed both hockey, and golf with!
RIP Brother
Lida M Szwec
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Mr Payne. He was a very kind man growing up on Marjory Ave.
I remember all the times your family invited me to the fire fighters annual picnic at Center Island. Great memories.
My thoughts are with all of you.
Gerry Duligal
Many great times at Williams Point over the years! My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Sylvia Girouard (Kulczycky)
To me, Mr. Payne was not just my best friend’s Dad. He was a kind and compassionate adult who always took time to guide and listen to his children … and all their friends. He taught me that it was okay to have an opinion, even if it wasn’t his. He scolded me along with Shari when we stayed out too late or used too much booze to make our homemade Baileys. He’d flick the basement light when we played music too loud. He led by example, he’d smile at us – while he was teasing and trying to irritate Mrs. Payne. All the time we knew she was the love of his life!
Heather, Shari and Krissy are the proof of the amazing father he was. I am the lucky one that wasn’t born into his family, but got to love and be loved by HIM!!!!
I will miss you Mr. Payne! Love You forever!
Sylvia
Ted Kulczycky
I remember Mr. Payne very fondly from my childhood. Your family is in my thoughts.
Sharon + Conor Payne
Our deepest condolences to the Payne family. We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
The thoughts of many are with you.
George & Rose Marie Harasymowycz
The world lost a wonderful man but
Heaven got a new Angel.
Growing up I remember Mr. Payne as a very kind gentleman. A man who made everyone around him feel special.
Please accept our deepest condolences to Mrs Payne, Heather, Shari, Kristine & all of his beautiful family.
Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
May he Rest In Peace.
John Allard
Our deepest condolences to you and the family. Stan was well thought of in the fire service. He will be missed.
Ron Smith (Smitty)
Stan, you were a good friend. We had alot of laughs together at Thursday golf. Rest in peace, pal.
Smittty
Gerald Fluge
RIP Chief Payne, I am thankful to have a mentor of your caliber as my first Captain on the Toronto Fire Department.
Brad Page
Capt Payne…. I know you from Station 12…. Regularly drove for you at shift change
Condolences to your family
Brad Page
Kristine Payne
Thank you Gerald. Great name, by the way. Our dad LOVED being a firefighter and being with his crew. He was a very hard working man and a tremendous husband and father to us. We wish you all the best in your career and so happy our father was a mentor to you. Keep safe and all the best to you and your family.
Rob Allan
Stan was my Captain on Pumper 10 A2 shift when he was an Acting District Chief out of station 10 (Yorkville Ave.) Win, lose or draw at calls he was always level headed and calm. His good nature and attitude was absorbed by the large cast of characters he worked with in the TFD and is still being passed on in the TFS. I am sorry to hear he has passed and wanted to send my condolences to the family.
Mark Bills
I worked with Stan on the High Rise Unit at Adelaide street station when he came to us from Stn. #12 (Pape and Gerard). He was one one my first captains on the job. He showed me how a good captain conducts himself. Calm and professional at calls. He advocated for his crew and was always one hundred percent behind us. He enjoyed life and I remember him as a great baseball fan. He loved the Blue Jays and would travel to their spring training in Florida. When I think of Stan, I see his smiling face.