BELFAST — Minnie M. (Ashey) Payson passed away Jan. 26, 2016, at her residence in Belfast. She was born July 10, 1952, in Belfast, the daughter of Alfred and Dorothy Ashey of Searsport.

She loved attending sporting events to watch her boys and grandchildren play.

She is survived by her husband, Lauren "Red" Payson; her sons, Kurt Payson and his partner, Sheila Hall, of Swanville, and Kyle Payson and his wife, Erin, of Belfast; and her grandchildren, Dakota, Kayla and K.J. Payson and Ethan Hall.

A celebration of Minnie's life will be held privately. A public reception will be held Saturday, Feb. 6 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Shrine Club.

Those who wish may make contributions in Minnie's memory to Belfast Area High School sports, basketball and baseball teams.

Spring committal will be held at Grove Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the care of Riposta Funeral Home.