Cindie Jeanne Payton

Cindie Jeanne Payton obituary

Cindie Jeanne Payton

Cindie Payton Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 22, 2025.
Obituary of Cindie Jeanne Payton

Cindie J Payton, 75

September 30, 1949 - September 16, 2025

Cindie Jeanne Payton passed away on September 16 at J. A. Wedum Residential Hospice in Brooklyn Park, MN. She was born September 30, 1949 to Richard and Betsy Payton, who preceded her in death.

Cindie was a resident of St. Michael, MN for nearly 50 years, and had lived her entire life in the Twin Cities area of Minnesota, graduating from Wayzata High School in 1967.

She was a devoted Christian, her faith serving as a constant guide throughout her life.

She is survived by her four children: Michelle Miller, Rich, Ben and James Kimmerle, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

A private memorial will be held at a later date.

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