Jimmy Payne Obituary
Henry James "Jimmy" Payne, 78, of Forsyth, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at his residence.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 12:00 noon in the Chapel of McLeighton Funeral Service. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery.
Jimmy attended Rock Springs Church, where he faithfully volunteered in the medical clinic. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia School of Pharmacy and spent his career serving his community as a pharmacist.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry James Payne, Sr. and Mildred Cauthen Payne; a daughter, Julia Elizabeth Payne; and his brother, Gary Payne.
Survivors include one son, Blake Wyatt Payne of Forsyth; one daughter, Leah Payne Oldham of Chattanooga, TN; one brother, Pat Payne of McRae; and four grandchildren, Madeline Davis, Conner Davis, Lane Davis, and Huntley Payne. He is also survived by his nephew, Josh Payne and his niece, Mandy Payne Johnson; his former wife, Susan Payne of Forsyth as well as numerous great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and lifelong friends that loved him dearly.
You may sign the online guest register at www.mcleightonfuneralservice.com.
McLeighton Funeral Service of Reynolds is in charge of arrangements.
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Patricia Tomlin
November 21, 2025
So sorry to hear of Jimmy´s passing. Fond memories of working with him at Rock Springs clinic. My husband and I would often see him at Highfalls Park, taking pictures. Prayers for all the family and friends
James S.Bazemore
November 21, 2025
I just found out about Jimmy's passing after reading Monroe County Reporter, shocked and saddened. Jimmy was a great guy called on him at pharmacy in Forsyth and went on several scuba diving trips with him. I'm just blown away, sorry I didn't find out in time to attend funeral.
Steve Bazemore
Tony Mitchell
November 19, 2025
It was a pleasure working with a Great Pharmacist for many years. You was a good guy but, even a better friend. Take your Rest.
Tony Mitchell
Chris and Melissa
November 18, 2025
Rest in peace sir. I will always carry the memories of hunting with you, and hanging out talking about work and life. This was sad to hear and I am praying for all the family, but a glorious time for you sir to finally be in gods kingdom. I know you are running back and forth up there right now shouting glory.
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Debbie Douglas Coulter
November 18, 2025
I have such good memories of dive trips and gatherings with Jimmy. He will surely be missed.
Auguststina English
November 18, 2025
Leah,Blake and Susan,
It breaks my heart to see that Henry has passed, he was the best boss and person I´ve ever had the pleasure of working with, we had 2 very personal events in our time of working together, he had the grace and compassion when my husband was killed and always texted me on every holiday, I am grateful to have known him.
RIP Henry and rest high on that mountain.
Michael Joseph
November 17, 2025
To the family, please accept my condolences at this time. I first met Jimmy when I was a kid, when he started as a pharmacist at the old Castleberry´s drug store on the square. Every time I talked to Jimmy he was friendly and helpful. Genuinely. A fine man who touched thousands of people I´m sure . God bless.
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