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Autherine Lomax
September 1, 2024
Today is September 1,2024 To know him was to Love him.
Gillian Gafford
August 15, 2021
Missing you so much. I wish I could just have one more of our talks. I love you uncle
Roshaa Payne
April 16, 2021
Hey Dex!! Just missing you like crazy today. So much I wanna tell you, so many funny things I wanna laugh about with you. My heart is so empty without my BFF. Rest on Dex rest on. Forever your baby Sister
Aundrea Richardson
August 17, 2018
Your still in my heart and dreams. I miss you you dearly and will love you forever.
Skyy Boojwah
August 24, 2017
Dexter The Don, you are truly missed. You will always have a very special place in my heart. Your beautiful spirit continues to live. Yours truly, Skyy Da Boojwah.
James Hawkins
December 22, 2014
Man it's hard to believe your gone !
David Griffith
September 15, 2014
Dex,
I've been unable to find the words to express the sorrow of your passing. I will simply hold close the memories of happy times and heartfelt conversations. Even in the end you gathered old friends for one last goodbye. I will always remember your friendship and your laughter.
Love and support to the Payne Family.
Roshaa Payne
September 13, 2014
To my dearest brother. You were my soulmate!!! May you rest in peace and enjoy your new, heavenly home. I will see you again. Love your baby sister.
Maria Washington
September 8, 2014
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Aundrea and Dexter 1989!!!!!!
Aundrea Richardson
September 8, 2014
September 7, 2014
Family time elapsed, and we never had or took the opportunity to reconnect. However, I do have my memories of Dex that I can draw and reflect back on. I recall the good old times:conversations,laughter,and talks at Zondra's house. May the joy of the Lord and his peace, strenghten you all through this chapter of life.-Cynthia Gulley
Veronica Davis
September 6, 2014
Dexter, I Greatly cherish the many crazy times we shared together my friend! You were truly an inspiration and a stand up friend! I will always cherish what we had... R.I.P DEX.
Betsy Welch Lambert
September 6, 2014
RIP classmate!!!!! Your happiness and laughter will never be forgotten!!!!
Altecia Hawkins
September 6, 2014
R??I??P DEXTER my heart goes out to the family????????????
steven biniond
September 6, 2014
GOD has called home one of his Beautiful Angels..In the short time that I met you I knew i was in the present of Goodness and Kindness...May GOD Bless your Soul and keep your family under your Spirit.
Dexter will be truly missed. To the Payne family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Jack Mitchell
September 5, 2014
James Graham
September 5, 2014
To the Family of Mr. Dexter Payne, I extend my sincere condolences. His Laughter & Smile will be missed by many. God Grant you all Peace & Comfort now and in the days ahead.
jackson chris
September 5, 2014
It's difficult to move on when you know they're gone ... gone beyond our reach, leaving this mortal world behind. But they have left us memories that no one can take away, memories that will bring forth a smile and conquer the painful tears. It is time to remember Dexter smile,till we see him in heaven.I will miss you Man.
September 5, 2014
To the Payne family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Keep your hands in God's hands and He will give you strength for each new day. From the Loggin Family of El Dorado, AR
Burrecus Thompson
September 5, 2014
To my cousin and big brother. I will miss you. Dex i will always know that you will always be me and the rest of your siblings. Missing you will be hard to get over.
James Hawkins
September 4, 2014
The journey of and dear friend has come to and end but his memories lives on threw others .Payne Family keep your head up loss is never easy. RIP FRIEND!
James Hawkins
September 4, 2014
RIP Friend you will truly be missed in the lives of many!
September 4, 2014
This journey of life is so unpredictable and only God knows the plan for us. Dexter was definitely an example to us all with his wit and infinite charm. Heaven has gained another angel and you will truly be missed by your family and friends. We love you!!!!
Good times
Sonja Thompson
September 4, 2014
Sonja Thompson
September 4, 2014
For some moments in life there are no words.
To the Payne Family. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. I am thankful for being a part of his and your life for 18 years and I will truly treasure the lasting memories we made.I love you forever!
Skyy Booker
September 4, 2014
Dexter was a very dear friend to me and family of Geo's Collection and B & B models. He will be missed so very much and the family is in my prayers. God will HEAL and Dexter's spirit will live for ever and and ever. My love is infinity
Tim Steward
September 4, 2014
Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal. Payne family please know that God has all the answers and my dear friend Dexter is in a better place now. I pray the peace of God keep you in your time I brief .
Gillian Gafford
September 3, 2014
You will live forever in my heart. I love you more than you know. Rest well uncle.
Mart Phillips
September 3, 2014
I was so saddened when I heard of Dexter passing. My heart is truly broken, Although I did not know him for a long period of time, we did share some memorable occassions together. I will miss you Dexter... I have a scar on my left wrist from our fall together, and I will always remember you when I look at it. To the family, may God comfort you during this time. With deepest sympathy ...Mart
Gabriele Weekly
September 3, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with Dexter at Bell Helicopter in Amarillo, TX. He was hired with the second wave of contractors. I will never forget his contagious smile, laugh, and happy-go-lucky attitude. It was so easy to make friends with him. I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet him. It's not often you meet special people like him. RIP Dexter.
September 3, 2014
Such a beautiful person (inside and out). Your spirit will live on forever because you touched so many people. I will always remember our fun times at happy hour and family gatherings. I love you always, Mr. Payne. I still can't believe we called you that for all those years but you earned that respect(and more). Until we meet again...
Love
Scrapper
NINA LEICHMAN
September 3, 2014
MY CONDOLENCES GOES OUT TO THE PAYNE FAMILY MAY GOD BE WITH EACH ONE OF YOU.
Fun with co-workers in Amarillo, TX.
Margaret Kyle
September 3, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with Dexter while at Boeing in Irving, TX as well as Bell Helicopter in Amarillo, TX. His smile was special. Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with the family at this time.
Unnamed
September 2, 2014
May you walk in heaven with the angels and your smile be the sun that brings light from the sky's.....rest in peace
Remonica Wade
September 2, 2014
I will miss you Dexter so many good memories.May God bless and strengthen the Payne Family in their time of sorry.
A.D. Parnell
September 2, 2014
To the Payne family members. May the God of all comfort be with you in this time of bereavement. Dexter was truly a great coworker as well as a great friend. He will truly be missed. You loved him but God loved him best. With deepest sympathy.
A. D. Parnell
Duncanville, Tx.
A.D. Parnell
September 2, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Johnny Betancourt
September 2, 2014
It was truly a blessing meeting you and becoming friends while in Amarillo. We all had some fun times while working together. RIP friend
Angela Turner
September 2, 2014
Dexter there was never a dull moment being around you! You will be truly missed. Love You and Prayers to Our Family!!! Angela Turner & Family
Mary Darden
September 1, 2014
To my dear friend Dexter you will be missed we had some great times I love you old friend
Mary Darden
August 31, 2014
WE HAD SO MUCH FUN DEXTER I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU REMEMBER THAT TIME WE WENT SHOPPING LOL I LAUGHED SO HARD THE OTHER DAY I LOVE YOU OLD FRIEND
August 31, 2014
So glade to have met Dexter while in Amarillo a wonderful person and friend.
Leslie Fullbright (Amarillo, TX
Aundrea Richardson
August 31, 2014
A true friend of 25 years who always had a smile on his face and laughter in his heart. I will truly miss my friend and the great times that we shared. I love you Mr. Payne. God be with you and your family.
Mattie Gardner
August 31, 2014
To Dexter Family, I had the chance to meet him a work Boeing and he was a happy person. May God bless and keep you in his hand.
Loretta Jackson
August 31, 2014
Dexter was a man of his word. It was a blessing to get to know him. God be with you.
Belinda Pierce
August 30, 2014
I can't believe you are gone so soon. I regret not spending more time with you. My condolences Go out to the Payne family.Rest in love my friend.
A Toast to your Life! Pleased to be a part of it.
SherriDoll Richardson
August 30, 2014
SherriDoll Richardson .. we love you and we will truly Miss You!!
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