DELBERT PAYNE Obituary

PAYNE

DELBERT, of Willingboro, NJ. passed away on Monday, May 30, 2011. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Delbert earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from North Carolina A&T State University, a Master's degree in organic chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania and completed additional graduate work in management and business at George Washington University. He graduated with high honors and was selected to "Who's Who's in American Colleges and Universities. Delbert was selected to attend graduate school under the U. S. Army's Civilian Schooling Program.
Delbert retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S. Army where he was a member of the Research and Development Specialist Program, served as Commanding Officer of the Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical Test Division at the U.S. Army Arctic Test Center, Ft. Greeley, Alaska
Delbert also retired from Rohm and Haas Company and was Manager of the Corporate Equal Opportunity Program and served as Director of Human Relations at the Bristol, PA plant as well as Manager of Corporate Social Investment.
Delbert has served on many Boards recently retiring as chairman of the Board of Trustees for the University of the Sciences in Philadelphia. He also served one term on the Willingboro School Board in the late 1970s, as well as the Willingboro Public Library Board.
Delbert was a member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church of Burlington, NJ.
Delbert leaves splendid, superb and precious memories with his wife of over 50 years, Altona; children, Patricia Lynn and Harry (Jennifer); Austin Lane and Robert Lane (brothers-in-law); Georgia Woodruff (sister-in-law); nieces, nephews, Godchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
A celebration of his life well lived will be held on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 11 A.M. at the Tabernacle Baptist Church, 150 E. 2nd St., Burlington, NJ. Family and friends may call from 9 A.M. until time of service. Interment: BGWCD Veteran Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The American Cancer Society in Del's honor. Arrangement under the direction of the W.R. Woody Funeral Home, Burlington, NJ

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jun. 5, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for DELBERT PAYNE

11 Entries

Steve & MarySandra Foster

May 30, 2023

Del is not forgotten in our home. I provided human resource support to his department, and he was just a great guy to team with. He was kind, helpful, and always professional- the ultimate teamplayer. The Lieutenant Colonel always had a smile on his face. MarySandra and I will remember Del and his family in our prayers today. May the Lord of life always watch over Del and protect and love his family! Steve & MarySandra Foster, Friendswood, Texas

Steve and MarySandra Foster

May 30, 2021

Del was a real teamplayer, and great colleague- we worked together at Rohm and Haas. He accomplished so much in his life! He was a true Renaissance man, a man for all seasons, a man who did so many things well. The Bible describes him perfectly: "...the righteous man walks in his integrity". (Proverbs 20:7). Today, Del and his family will be remembered in our prayers. May God bless and keep such a fine man! Steve and MarySandra Foster, Friendswood, Texas

Steve & MarySandra Foster

May 30, 2020

Del was a very, very fine man. I worked with him for many years in human resources at Rohm and Haas, and he was always kind and helpful to me. He was great mentor to so many. I pray that the Lord keeps him safe and lets his family know how much he was loved by so many. God's blessings be upon his family, Steve & MarySandra Foster, Friendswood, Texas

Larry & Hattie Norvell

June 15, 2011

To the Payne family , we are so sorry for your loss. You have our prayers, we will keep you in our thoughts

Daniel Kendall

June 14, 2011

Dear Mrs. Payne,

I had the pleasure and the honor of working with Del for many years at Rohm and Haas. He was a knowledgeable, kind, patient, and always thoughtful colleague. You and yours are in our prayers.

Marilyn Orr

June 8, 2011

I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Del for many years at Rohm and Haas, and he was truly a wonderful person. He was always so cheerful and pleasant to be around, and he was always so helpful and supportive from a work perspective. He was a very special person. I will miss him and always remember him fondly. You have my deepest sympathy.

June 7, 2011

Delbert was like a father to me. He helped me grow professionally and personally volunteering his time to assist people in need at OIC of America, Inc. His spirit and lessons will remain with me as long as I live.
H. Art Taylor, President & CEO, BBB Wise Giving Alliance.

Steve & MarySandra Foster

June 6, 2011

Del was a fine man whom I worked with for many years at Rohm and Haas. In the corporate world, integrity is an uncommon virtue, but Del was a good man of great integrity and character. We are praying for him, and all who love him. May God bless Del and comfort his family & friends. Peace, and God's love, Steve & MarySandra Foster, Friendswood, Texas

Ray Sarnacki

June 6, 2011

Dear Mrs. Payne,

I had the privilege of working with Del on a nonprofit advisory board for OIC in the early 1990's. It was a pleasure to work with someone so competent and amiable. My sympathies to you and your family. I will keep him in my prayers. He will be missed by all.

Ray Sarnacki

Dolores Smith

June 6, 2011

Dear Mrs Payne and family,
May memaries of your love one comfort
and give you strength.
With deep sympathy,
Dolores Gardner Smith

Colleen Roan

June 5, 2011

Dear Mrs. Payne, Patricia, and Harry,

Please accept my condolences for the passing of your husband and father. He was a great man. I pray that the Lord be with you today and always.

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