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Margaret Annette Payne passed away peacefully on June 14, 2024, in Tyler, Texas at the age of 85. Margaret was born on May 21,1939 in Kilgore, Texas to John William Allen and Dovie Lee Driver of Overton, Texas. Margaret is preceded in her earthly death by her mother, father, 5 sisters, and 2 brothers. Margaret was widowed three times and preceded in death by her prior three husbands: Jimmy Landrum, John Skidmore, and Boyd Payne. She is preceded in death by her following children: Jimmie Landrum, Debra Landrum, Willie Landrum, Lisa Grady, and Scott Landrum. Living children include Rebecca Sapp, Lloyd Landrum, Sabrina Richardson, Melissa Madden, and Tammy Gray. Margaret was blessed with 20 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren. She had a beautiful spirit that was loved by many, a strong faith in God, and a witty sense of humor. She loved watching the ‘Price is Right’ (with her late son, Jimmie), fishing, playing cards, and bingo. She will remain forever in our hearts. May her soul rest in eternal peace with Christ.
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