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Harry Payne Obituary
1931 - 2021
Harry L. Payne Sr., of Santee, CA, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2021. He was 89. Harry was born on June 17, 1931 in Columbus, Ohio. He attended East HS in Columbus. He joined the Army and fought in the Korean War, receiving a Purple Heart. After being honorably discharged, he returned to Columbus to work for the US Postal Service being named Postmaster in Circleville, Ohio. Harry also had a long entrepreneurial career in Real Estate and IT. In 1978, Harry retired to Santee, California and continued his IT Business for many years. Harry married June Louise Pavlik, the love of his life, on April 27, 1972. Harry was a 58-year friend of Bill W. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Eva Payne, his brothers John Payne (JP) and Buddy Payne, sisters Malvia Smith and Leotha Overby and 1st wife Hildegard Sachse Payne. He is survived by his wife, June Louise; sisters, Kay Henry and Betty Young; children, William (Tony) Payne (Linda), Harry Payne (Ann), Richard Payne, Monica Corey (Bob); grandchildren, Kendra Muntz (Bill), Anthony Payne (Ciara), Marcus Payne, Robert Corey III. Harry is also survived by many nephews, nieces and friends. He will be remembered as a kind and gentle man who was always willing to lend a hand when someone needed help. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Cheryl Elder-Taylor
February 20, 2022
Rest in peace. Uncle Harry was a gem. He always made time for me and made me feel special in his presence. My favorite memory was the trip we took to Tijuana and the beach.
Tom S.
March 4, 2021
Did not know Harry that long. But when we talked, Harry would make you feel like you knew him his entire life. Wonderful brother and friend of Bill W. Harry will be very much missed.
Maria Johnson
February 28, 2021
I absolutely loved Harry & his wife. He was like a father to me and I was always welcomed in their home. I am so happy I shared so many memories with Harry. God Blessed us for lending him to is and making sure he showed so many people in AA the utter enthusiasm he had. Thanks Harry...I love you Junelouise and if you ever need anything I'm here. It was my pleasure making sure all of you accomdationst in Akron, Ohio evety year.
Shainy Connors
February 28, 2021
Over the 20+years I have known Harry this is the man I would always see...this loving, kind spirited right to the point man that truly I could call a mentor along with his lovely wife June Louise.
June Louise....my heart aches for you & your family.
Love you each for the beautiful caring people you are.
Big virtual hug,
Shainy
Cheryl Taylor
February 27, 2021
You will be missed . Thanks for being a special Uncle
Christine Reichert-Verheezen
February 27, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss.
I have very fond memories of Harry. The Payne family will be in our thoughts and prayers!
Christine & Danny Verheezen
Evg. Dian Thomas
February 27, 2021
"A Great Mentor...Well Done! ❤
"His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!' Hallelujah!
Matthew 25:21.
Evg. Dian Thomas
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