Thomas Barton Payne "Bart"

AGE: 72 • Haddon Township

On August 29, 2012. Beloved father of John Britton Payne of NYC, NY, Thomas Clayton Payne and his wife Sarah T. Payne of Cherry Hill, NJ. Dear brother of Penelope Payne of Delaware, the late Patricia W. Payne and Jefferson Payne. Loving grandfather of Jessica J. Payne & Caylin E. Payne. Adored uncle of Barry Stapleford and Amanda Stapleford. A generous and loving man whom will be deeply missed. Bart was born and raised in Woodbury, NJ. He served in the US Army and later worked as mechanical engineer for Philadelphia Electric for over 30 years, before retiring in 1991. He volunteered at the Engineers Club of Philadelphia from 1968-2008, and served as President in 1982. He adored vacationing at 49th street beach in Ocean City, NJ where he spent many wonderful hours with his granddaughters. He loved his walks through Haddon Twp. and visiting with people he knew & cared about. Bart loved Haddon Twp. High School Sports, and enjoyed supporting them. He is loved by all, and we will miss him from the bottom of our hearts. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service on Thurs., Sept. 6th , 7PM at HADDON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL in the lower gymnasium, 406 Memorial Ave., Westmont, NJ 08108. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bart's memory may be made to the Haddon Township Athletic Hall of Fame, c/o Mickey Tesoro, Haddon Twp. High School at the address above. For online condolences and video tribute please visit www.jacksonfh.net.

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Published by Courier Post from Sep. 1 to Sep. 3, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Payne

27 Entries

Paul Dailey

September 14, 2012

Britt and Clay
Your father was a kind and generous person. He always was positive in his videos no matter what the outcome was. I wish you well.

Althea Hyde

September 8, 2012

Bart, you and I spent many years within the walls and on the fields of Haddon Township High School. I taught your children and shared your love of HTHS. We will always be there in spirit, no matter where life may take us. R.I.P.

Janet H. Martin

September 7, 2012

To Barts two sons and family and friends I met last night at his memorial and also at wrestling matches ,etc. Haddon

twp, will never be the same without Bart. He was the best man who gave back, and so much more!

HOWARD GWIN

September 7, 2012

I WENT TO WOODBURY HIGH SCHOOL WITH BART, CLASS OF 1957. I DIDN'T HAVE ANY CONTACT WITH HIM EXCEPT AT THE CLASS REUNIONS. HE WAS ALWAYS AN ENJOYABLE PERSON TO TALK WITH. I WAS LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING HIM ON SEPT.29 OUR 55th REUNION.

September 7, 2012

The world has truley lost a great man. One who has given back in every aspect and asked for nothing in return. Mr. Payne, thanks for the memories. Scott Dempsey

Nick Mink

September 6, 2012

Brit, Clay, and the Payne Family -

Your dad was a kind hearted, generous, and pleasant man. His kind donations to the HTHS family and especially the wrestling team will forever be cherished. I still have my wrestling booklets and videos, those are priceless gifts from a man I will never forget. Bart Payne will be truly missed and this community will not be the same without him! My family and I send our condonlences to you and your family.

KayMarie [Ganis] Platt & Allan Goldenberg

September 6, 2012

Brit and Clay -
We are so sorry to learn of your dad's passing - he always spoke of you both with great pride. His good humor and warm personality will be greatly missed. Our deepest sympathy.

Bob Dugan

September 6, 2012

Brit and Clay,

I was so shocked when I learned of your father's passing. He was a very dear friend to Brendan, my wife and myself. He was one of the most pleasant people that I have ever known.
All of us extend our most sincere sympathies.

Bob, Carolyn and Brendan Dugan

Kirsten Hartman

September 5, 2012

Dear Brit and Clay,
Your father was a wonderful person. I still remember playing lava at your house when we were in elementary school. Your dad was so kind, supportive and eager to encourage creativity. Yours was always the best house for trick-or-treating as your dad gave entire goodie bags and did not mind repeat customers. As a grownup, I enjoyed his prom commentary as well as his coverage of town events. Such a kind, gracious soul will be greatly missed.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Nicole Hoover

September 4, 2012

Britt and Clay, thank you for sharing your father with us all these years. He will definitely be missed. Mr. Payne gave us all so many memories to hold onto. It wont be the same during wrestling season but the hawks have gained an angel who i'm sure will be cheering from above. My condolences to the family

September 4, 2012

Clay,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lou McCray

Jack McElwee

September 4, 2012

Dear Clay,

I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. From what I have read and knowing you, he was a kind man beloved by the community. I know as the days go by you will remember more and more of your time with him. Be sure to cherish all those memories. My prayers are with you. God bless your father and God bless your family.

Pamela Maier

September 4, 2012

Dear Brit and Clay,

I was so sorry to hear of your father's untimely death. He was such a "gentle" man. He always had a kind word to say and was such a supporter of Haddon Township.

I will miss seeing him at our sporting activities. He was always a pleasure to be around.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pamela Maier

Kevin Farnham

September 3, 2012

Your dad was always there for the Haddon Twp wrestling family, my family and I growing up. He was so giving and thoughtful. He was a wonderful man and I am saddened to hear of his passing. My wife, children, my brother's family, and my parents also send their thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this very difficult time. May he rest in peace.

Margaret Olson Pasquith

September 3, 2012

So sorry to hear about Bart. I went to grade school thru high school with Bart. I have many fine memories of him. My condolences to all of the family.

Robert Green

September 3, 2012

I knew Bart from his days at Haddon Glen Swim Club. Both of our children were members of the swim team. After we left Haddon Glen, Bart and I would often see one another at the high school athletic events when ever Haddon Hieghts H.S played Haddon Township in Football and in Wrestling. He was always upbeat and had a smile on his face. I wold like to extend my deepest sympathy to all of his family for their loss. R.I.P. Bart!

September 3, 2012

What a great man we lost! Bart was the Haddon Township icon. He will be missed in so many ways, as a neighbor, friend and supporter of HT sports. With love and deepest sympathy, The LiVecchi family.

kathy miller

September 2, 2012

Always in the lap lane early, Bart was a dedicated swimmer and will be much missed at the Haddon Glen Swim Club. I'm sure in Heaven there's a dedicated lane just for him no matter what time of day!

Pat Thieringer

September 1, 2012

I had the honor of posting the videos that Bart so enthusiastically filmed for Haddon Township and HTHS sports. He was such a caring, selfless gentleman who encouraged students throughout their athletic careers. His passing is a real loss to the township and the student athletes of our town.

Lucille Ettore

September 1, 2012

I had been missing seeing Mr. Payne walking around lately. I thought it might be the heat, not knowing he was ill. I first met him when my daughter Michele was friends with the boys. Then I ran into him so many times at Township activities-when my son wrestled-he was there. For the Prom Promenade-he was there. For Tony's Run-he was there. He passed my house so many times, always stopping to say hello and ask about us. A great neighbor who will be missed-as he was at Tony's Run this year.

September 1, 2012

Mr. Payne will always be remembered as a benefactor, friend and volunteer to the Haddon Township Schools and community. My sincere condolences to the Payne family.

Claire R. Melnyk
Haddon Township, NJ

September 1, 2012

Words can not convey the void that is left in our hearts with Bart's passing. A finer, more caring role model this township has never known. His true concern and unending generosity will be his legacy. And as a tribute to Bart, we as dear friends need to continue to carry on his good will by showing that we too care and support each other in making Haddon Township the best possible community it can be. With love and deepest sympathy, The Tharp family

Sandy & Jay Grear

September 1, 2012

Bart was a wonderful, generous man - a great supporter of all things Haddon Township. We will miss seeing him as he walked around Haddon Township.

Brian Farnham

September 1, 2012

We will never forget the memories you created for thousands of HTHS athletes. Brit, Clay, and the entire family can take pride in the fact that Bart was genuine, funny, and loving to the kids he created a lifetime of memories for. The Farnham Family is deeply saddened by this loss and lucky to have spent so many days on the Mats with Bart. Rest in Peace.

September 1, 2012

My condolences to the Payne family for the loss of your beloved Bart. May you find relief in prayer at this sad time. God comforts the mourning. Psalms 61:1

August 31, 2012

Mr. Payne - it was an honor to know you
and we are thankful you were part of our lives. We will miss you. The Mahon Family

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