Jay A. Payne

I am so sorry for your loss. Jay was so vibrant and funny. He was assigned to my home room and always made his swift in and out visit a delight for all the students. He is remembered and always will be in our hearts. Jayne M

Played 5 A M bball with him at st Charles high school. He was a tough opponent. Rip jay.

Dear Melissa, Caleb and Abram, It is with great sadness that I heard about Jay's passing. He was a fantastic science department chair who always showed a sense of humor and a respect for all who worked for him. He was my favorite boss in my 29 years of teaching science. I visited with him about 3 or four years ago when passing through Chicago on my way back to Montana. What a delight it was to see him and enjoy our genuine conversation. My prayers are with all of you as you...

I taught in the English Department when jay was Department Chair in Science. Although our paths seldom crossed, I remember his smile and energy while fighting ALS. My love to your family. Jayne

My prayers are with you and your family.

Hired Jay from St. Charles to teach biology at Maine West. A great teacher and coach; but even a better person.

Jay was a colleague at Maine West and a class act in all that he did. We shared a birthdate and frequent conversations about life, work and laughed about many things. I will NEVER forget the manner in which he took a direct route through life´s struggles with grace and class; beer being proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy! Walk and run freely my friend, in God´s presence - until we meet again - Godspeed Jay!

I was so fortunate as a special education teacher to have my first co teaching assignment with a mainstream teacher with Jay. We learned from each other, we grew as teachers, and we loved and enjoyed our students. Working with Jay was a highlight of my teaching career.