Henry Theodore “Ted” Wayland Jr., 90, of Pleasanton, Texas, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2026, at The Heights in Pleasanton.

Ted proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Air Force, retiring as a Major out of Kelly Air Force Base. During the Vietnam War, he served as a navigator and electronic warfare officer aboard the B-52 Stratofortress. Following his distinguished military service, Ted embarked on a second career, spending 30 years serving his community as the owner and agent of Bert Williams Insurance Agency in Pleasanton. Outside of work, he thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his buddies bass fishing, playing golf and hunting.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Pam Wiseman, and his parents, Henry Theodore and Mary Francis Wayland.Ted is survived by his son, Brad (Lee) Wayland, of Waterloo AL; first cousin, Susie Hudson; and three grandchildren, Jeremiah Wayland, Alex and Austin Wiseman.

No Services are scheduled at this time.

In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in Ted’s name to The Butterfly Foundation via mail - P.O. Box 212 Waynesboro, TN 38485 or online at - https://donate.butterfly.org.au/ or to a charity of your choice.