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Charles Thomas Payne, age 89, died August 1, 2014 in Chicago, IL. He was born in Peru, KS, the son of the late Rolla and Leona McCurry Payne. He served in Germany in WW II, received a degree in chemical engineering from Kansas State University on the GI Bill, and attended the Graduate Library School at the University of Chicago. Charles was a pioneer and major contributor to the field of library information technology. He held various positions at the University of Chicago Library and retired as an Assistant Director in 1992. Charles T. Payne is survived by his wife, Melanie, his son Richard, and his brother Jon V. Payne and wife Susan. He is also survived by nieces and nephews Jon Allen Payne, Stacey Gray, Barack Obama and Maya Soetoro-Ng. He was predeceased by his sisters Margaret Arlene Payne, Madelyn Payne Dunham and niece Stanley Ann Dunham. There will be no service. Burial will be private.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 10, 2014.

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Howard Harris

January 17, 2015

Dear Melanie and Richard,
I knew Charles at the University and worked in the Library Systems unit. Among many memories of Charles I recall Charles' generosity in inviting me to take walks with him at the lunch hour. Among memories of such walks several visits to the then recently opened Smart Museum at the University not far from the Regenstein Library stand out in my mind. I also remember Charles for asking the most basic, important, and fundamental questions in every meeting he attended, asked with a smile, "who called this meeting" and "why are we having this meeting". I was personally out of touch with Charles after I left the city and the University much to my regret. I am sure I am not alone in being touched by his humanity, wit, intelligence, and fundamental goodness. He leaves us with good questions: "why are we here; what are we doing?"

September 3, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. My father and Charles were in the same Army infantry in Germany in WWII. I just want to thank him for his service fighting along side my father.

M. (Kmetz) Eucce, Bakersfield, CA

Kenya Isidore

August 18, 2014

he was a hero of all time

B Lucas

August 17, 2014

So sorry for your loss. Your fond memories of Charles will bring back good thoughts. My sincere condolence.

August 16, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. The scripture promises us hope. Joh 5:28 Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice.

Linda

August 15, 2014

To the family of Charles Payne my deepest sympathies. Celebrating a life well lived, you will cherish the memories forever. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Psalms 62:8 mentions, "God is a refuge for us, pour out your hearts at all times". I hope you are able to find some comfort now and in the days to come.

butler

August 15, 2014

He did great things in his life... A warrior for these united states and other countries.. rest in peace.

vic G

August 15, 2014

Sorry for ur loss );

M R

August 15, 2014

For Presadent Obama & hole Family ;-( I'm deeply sorry for your loss;-( I know your pain very well! After loseing an older Brother I once loved soo much so dear shuch a wonderful humon being he was all his Friends liked him even his only Son! Well I know it's hard loseing a Uncle I have lost all 3 of mine ;-( ;-( all my heart gose out too you your sweet Grils & Genrus Wife !

August 14, 2014

My deepest condolences. May you find comfort in the words recorded at Psalms 37:9-11 which assures us that all suffering will end.

TH

August 14, 2014

During this most difficult time for the Payne family, may the future promises found at Psalm 119:50, 76 bring you strength and comfort.

Te

August 14, 2014

My sincere condolences to the Family. May 'the peace of God that excels all understanding' be with you at this difficult time.
Philippians 4:6,7

August 14, 2014

May Our God of all comfort and peace be with your fond memories of Mr.Payne.Revelation21:3,4.

August 13, 2014

To the family of Charles Payne: The loss of a love one is never easy, but, Jesus Christ promised that millions now dead will live again on this earth and have the prospect of remaining on it forever under peaceful conditions in paradise. (Luke 23:43; John 3:16; 17:3.) Soon these prophecies will be fulfilled.

The Pratt Family

August 13, 2014

My heartfelt condolences to the family and close friends of Charles Payne. We are so thankful to him for his brave actions during World War II and other post-war accomplishments that he achieved. Hoping that you will cherish the pleasant memories that you shared with him as you draw much strength and comfort from the hearer of prayers.--Psalm 65:2.

August 13, 2014

I send my sympathy to your family. This is a
painful time for you. Words of comfort are
found in God's Word at Hosea 13:14.

August 13, 2014

Melanie and Payne Family,

Sorry for the loss of your dear husband. our prayers are with you and the family at this difficult time in your lives. Treasure his wonderful memories. May the God who gives peace be with all of you.-RO.15:33

V Miller

August 12, 2014

May God be with you in your time of loss, we extend our deepest sympathy.

FLORIDA BYNUM-BURT

August 12, 2014

REST IN PEACE!!!!

Josie Ramos

August 12, 2014

God will see your family thru this loss.
For he has chosen a good man to sit at his side.
My condolences to you and your family.

August 12, 2014

God bless you and your loved ones ~ Rest in peace.

Lesley

August 12, 2014

Although the days may seem dark now,the memories of your loved one will forever remain in your heart.

my angel mother

joaquim-redeemer r barbosa

August 12, 2014

condolences peace

M,,,,

August 12, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Dwayne Bickham ,Sr.

August 12, 2014

In God's care rest in peace

August 12, 2014

Peace<

J. Lewis

August 11, 2014

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of Mr. Payne. May God comfort you, and give you peace during this time of sorrow.

Becky Gutierrez

August 11, 2014

My condolences to the Payne Family may you find comfort knowing he is in a better place god only takes the best thoughts & prayers with all of you *RIP*

August 11, 2014

May the God and Father of true peace grant your family a calm and firm heart granting you everlasting hope.
1 Corinthians 1:3

cwc

August 11, 2014

Bless you!

August 11, 2014

I send my condolences to Mr. Payne's family. May you cherish the fond memories you have shared as you cope with your loss.

August 11, 2014

My condolences to the Payne family. May God strengthen you in your time of grief.

Scott Chamberland

August 11, 2014

Rest in Peace

Howard Dillon

August 11, 2014

Melanie and Richard -- My sympathy. Charles will remain vividly in my memories, always. He was a brilliant, farsighted leader in information technology and bibliographic control, a wise person in a multitude of ways, and a wit. He was always the guy I wanted to go to lunch with at UofC, and we did so, often. Any and every gathering with friends in your Hyde Park home was sure to be filled with engaging stories and lots of laughter. Nell and I remember our first big night out after moving to NYC. I drove the four of us across the Brooklyn Bridge, got lost, then happily found our restaurant under the bridge and had a spectacular evening. Seeing Charles and Melanie was always high on our list of best things to do. I miss Charles more than words can say.

August 10, 2014

MELANIE - Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of your great loss. Anything we can do, just call. Love, Bob & Roselle Tomsovic

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