Paul J. Payne

Paul J. Payne passed away July 14, 2008. He was born to Harry C. and Caroline Payne on November 21, 1922. He served in the Marine Corps during WWII. Paul was lovingly known as "P.J." and "Greatdad". He retired from Coastal States/Valero. Paul was a creative, innovator whose inventions brought fun, joy, laughter and happiness to those with whom he shared them. His daily home and work lives were also evident of his innovative nature. He is preceded in death by wife Pansy Payne, son Paul G. Payne, and brother JR. Payne. He is survived by his son, Phillip (Becky) Payne; daughters, Klyda (Jerry) Gerber, Yvette (Ron) Schroeder, Zoe (Chuck McKinney) Payne; son by heart adoption, Danny Talley; Brother W.L. "Bill" Payne; Grandchildren, Phillip Gerber, Michelle Zudrell, Shanna Wiley, Eddie Gerber, Jackie Nash, Jeff Gerber, Stacey Evans, Kim Hammett, Joslyn Burnett, Nick Schroeder, and Tom McKinney; 16 Great-Grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 16, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Seaside Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, July 17, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at Seaside Funeral Home Chapel. Entombment will follow at Seaside Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the charity of your choice.