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     George Payne married Louisa Greathead, daughter of Samuel F Greathead and Elizabeth Hyde, in 1943 in Totnes, Devon, England.¹

     George Thomas Greathead was born on 26 January 1941 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.^2,3 He was the son of George Thomas Greathead and Anna Elizabeth Benson. He married Marcia Garry in 1967 in Franklin, Massachusetts, USA.^1,4 In 2019 George lived at Gilmington Iron Works which is an unincorporated community in the town of Gilmanton in Belknap County, New Hampshire.⁵ George died on 13 June 2026 in Concord Hospital, Laconia, New Hampshire, USA, aged 85 He lived a life defined by service, craftsmanship, and devotion to family. He proudly served as a police officer with the Wellesley Police Department for five years, earning the respect of colleagues and residents alike through his dedication, integrity, and commitment to helping others. He also worked for several private schools as a Director of Building and Grounds, such as Rivers Country Day School, Fessenden School, Milton Academy, and Fay School. George was the ultimate "Mr. Fix-It." There was rarely a problem he couldn't solve or a project he couldn't tackle. Whether repairing something around the house, helping a neighbor, or building something from scratch, he found joy in working with his hands and sharing his talents with others. He built furniture, baby cradles, and much more for family and friends. George spent countless hours in his workshop creating beautiful pieces that reflected both his skill and patience. His craftsmanship became a lasting legacy, treasured by family and friends.

One of his greatest joys was spending time with his grandchildren. He loved teaching them to fish, kayak and enjoy hikes on Mount Major. He also shared a love of building mechanical boats. He designed, crafted, and launched his creations with them, making memories that will be cherished for generations. Those moments reflected George's gift for teaching, encouraging curiosity, and inspiring a love of creativity. As a member of the Back Bay Skippers, he built and raced his RC sailing boats and enjoyed every moment of it.

George was also an active member of the Order of the Arrow in the Scouts in his youth, embracing its principles of leadership, service, and brotherhood throughout his life. He carried those values into everything he did and touched many lives through his involvement and mentorship. His stories about pranks and projects from this time are some of his favorites to share. Above all, George will be remembered for his generous spirit, practical wisdom, and unwavering love for his family. He leaves behind a legacy of service, craftsmanship, and kindness that will continue to inspire all who knew him.³