Roy Payton Obituary
survived by his daughters, Suzanne Lindgren (Eric Lindgren) & Shelly Hankins
(Adam Hankins) 2 grandchildren, Shawn Lindgren & Robin Lindgren, 2 greatgrandchildren Tyler Lindgren & Kane Lindgren. A service will be held at the
Alabama National Cemetary in Montevallo, date tba.
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Tammy Stronsky
February 18, 2026
My dear sweet fun loving uncle Ralph, even though we didn´t speak that often it was always comforting to know that all I had to do was pick up the phone and call you, you always answered. May you rest in peace and give mother a big hug for me!
Your loving niece,
Tammy (Ellison) Stronsky
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shelly hankins
February 18, 2026
I love you and miss you daddy
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