Tom Payne

I just learned of Tom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Payne family.
I had the opportunity to spend some time with Tom as a teenager working on 2100 when it was in St. Thomas, Ontario. He was gracious with us young kids whom he knew had a passion for steam locomotives like he did. Always a gentleman who proved that dreaming big can actually become a reality. Many great things in the Canadian railway industry may not have happened if it weren't for Tom.
Godspeed...

I have just today learned of Tom's death. He was in our wedding party in Toronto in September 1971! Rob and Mary Wilson. Rob met Tom at Pioneer Camp. One of a kind, that Tom. Happy times on his jigger car outside Edmonton! Blessings to his family and friends from Mary in Muskoka, Ontario. I am married to Phil Arthur.

Tom was a gentleman. Tom was gracious and generous with his time. My students loved Tom's guest lectures on entrepreneurship.

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My dad is missed, and had a beautiful death.

A man with a passion for Railroads And Steam Engines I admired his drive. Rest in Peace Mr. Payne

Tom always had time to talk to me. I enjoyed that.

Tom and I grew up together in Edmonton - his parents were my God Parents and my parents were his. We shared many holidays together and from when I can remember he had the most magnificent toy train world set up on the second landing of their home. When I made a film inspired by my Mother, it was Tom's train that played predominately in the movie, and for the few days it was on set my Mom was on board when it crossed the wide prairie You took many people on wonderful rides Tommy, may your...

Tom was a unique and unforgettable individual and I will always remember him with fondness. Rest in peace Tom.