It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of Edward Poyner (Ted) , on January 15th, 2026. Ted is predeceased by his parents Allan Poyner and Mary Poyner (Twiss) of Dundas and his sister Carole. Ted was a SGT. of the RHLI and it was at the James St. N., Armory he met the love of his life Karen (Bastedo). They were married for 57 years. Ted became a proud father to son Jonathan Poyner, and his daughter Heather (Spencer) and his friend, and son in law, Steven Spencer. Ted loved his grandchildren, and spent much time with Matthew (Julia) and Jessica Begin, Amber (Cameron), Derek and Shawn Spencer. Ted was hardworking, he commuted to Toronto for many years, working in the insurance industry. Ted had a love for all animals, and especially missed his friend Bobby. Ted will also be missed by his cousins, neighbours and many friends. An extra thank you to friends Audrey and Eric Aitken, nurses in the Juravinski ICU (Anne, Nat). Ward E3 nurse Jennifer. and Dr. Collin Stevenson for his years of care. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, February 14th at 11am. at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 1140 King St. W., Hamilton. Private burial to follow at later date . Expressions of sympathy to the SPCA or St. Paul’s Anglican Church would be appreciated by the family.
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I am so sad about his passing, he was a wonderful man. As much as you all will miss him ,
you are so fortunate to have had so many years together. I know you have so many supporters, people who love you and will care for you but if there is anything I can do, no matter how small ,please let me know.
Ted was the nicest and kindest person we had met in a long time. We moved to Barclay Street in 1984–a family of 3, the dumbest denizens you could meet in Southern Ontario. Thanks to Ted, Karen, Heather and Jonathan we were made welcome and enjoyed our stay for close to 20 years there. Without Teds’s help, our flat roof would have sunk under the weight of accumulated snow, the furnace exploded and the pipes leaked, plumbing the depth of our ignorance. Heather was a wonderful friend to our son and made his young days enjoyable. My late wife, Usha, truly enjoyed walking across to chat wit Karen.
So sad to hear Ted–saw you just a few moths ago at a celebration and little thought you would pass away so soon.
Heartfelt condolences to the Poyners from both my son, Manu and me