Photo courtesy of Laurel Land Funeral Home – Dallas
Desoto, Texas
Sep 9, 1941 – Apr 2, 2016 (Age 74)
Payton, Robert Lee Jr., of DeSoto, Texas passed peacefully surrounded by family on April 2, 2016. Born in Livingston, Texas on September 9, 1941, Robert was the third of four children parented by Robert Lee, Sr. and Margaret Payton. As a child in a small community, along with siblings John...
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Robert was my Principal at Marsh Middle school. He was a great leader and kind and caring
to me during my time under him as a speech pathologist. I will never forget him as he was a model to all. He proudly spoke of family often. So sorry to hear this news and to hear of his passing. Always will remember him fondly.
Ann Walker
November 06, 2018 | Richardson, TX | Coworker
Mr. Payton was my elementary Principal @ Harrell Budd and also @ H.G. Spruce. He will be missed.
Roxann Martinez Cooper
June 14, 2016 | Lindale, TX
I am praying for the family, friends and my fellow classmates of 1988 H G Spruce High School where he was Principal.
Delisha Evans
April 28, 2016 | Dallas, TX
My thoughts and prayers with Tara and the Payton family. I used to play soccer with Tara during high school and remember the times his Dad and our parents would watch us play. Rest in peace.
Eric Alonzo
April 09, 2016 | Keller, TX
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May God richly bless you. Charlene, Rene'e and Bobby Jr Creag Family.
Charlene Creag
April 08, 2016 | Dallas, TX
My thoughts and prayers to Principal Payton's family. He was my principal at W.T. White 74,75,76. He was a great person and I have great memories of him! Lisa Short Vanderburg Class of 76'
April 07, 2016
I was so thankful that I was able to be at the home going celebration for Robert. Bull was one of the most "solid" friends that I had. I thank God for the times that we were able to share on this life journey. We had many enjoyable times and I will always remember them. I pray for continued strength and encouragement for Beverly, John and the family. If there is anything that I can do Please feel free to contact me.
M. J. Mitchell
April 07, 2016 | Beaumont, TX
My prayers to the family of Mr. Payton. I am now a principal and try to led my faculty with the same expectations that Mr. Payton led the faculty at Spruce High School. He will be missed.
Sandra Bibb
April 07, 2016 | Rockwall, TX
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ester Traylor Egins
April 07, 2016 | Beaumont, TX