Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Leo Joseph Payment Jr.
Leo Joseph Payment Jr.
Obituary
Guest Book
Leo Payment Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Leo was born on March 7, 1957 in Sault Ste. Marie, MI to the late Leo and Betty (Bottrell) Payment. Leo was a proud retired veteran of the United States Army where he dedicated over 20 years of his life serving this country. He was also a member of the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians. He enjoyed cooking, wood working, tinkering with cars, and most of all helping others within his community.
Leo is survived by his children: Daniel (Karen) Payment and Tonya Maerker; his grandchild: Sarah Maerker. Leo is also survived by his siblings: Jack Payment, Carol Starnes, JoAnn Mason, and Pat (Gene) Latour. Leo also recognized Zavious (Courtney) Wade and Melvin Keith Smith as his brothers.
Leo was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings: Cindy Payment, Franny Prater, and Glenn Payment.
Celebration of Life events will be held on May 18, 2024 with Oakridge Estates Mobile Home Community in Albany, Georgia.
To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of
Leo Joseph Payment, Jr., please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
4 Entries
Pat LaTour
May 6, 2024
My heart is breaking I miss you so much my big Brother! You were always there for us! I have my memories of picking you up at the Airport& driving you home .hobo dinners so many more. letting you go is so hard but I'll see you someday on the other side ,
Ruthann Wilson
May 5, 2024
Love you my cousin. You will be missed greatly. I will always cherish our chats. Love Ruthann
Joann mason
May 5, 2024
He is my brother my mom and dad bring him home from the hospital there first son after 4 girls
Joann Mason
May 5, 2024
My brother I love you
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
1908 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Albany, GA 31701
Make a Donation
in Leo Payment's name
People and places connected with Leo
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Leo's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Leo Payment's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored anonymously