Stephen Edward Payne

Stephen Edward Payne, age 39, of Gainesville, GA passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025. He is survived by his mother, Janice Gordon (Donald) Byers of Lawrenceville, GA; father, Edward "Eddie" (Robin) Payne of Dacula, GA; brothers, Nathan Payne of Lawrenceville, Chris (Sarah) Byers of Buford, GA; sisters, Amber (Jayce) Bivins of Bethlehem, GA, Nicole (Noel) Hart of Atlanta, GA; one nephew, Levi; three nieces, Avery, Carolina, Gracie; aunt, Judy (Dennis) Gibbs of Byron, GA; uncle, Gene (Mary) Payne of Ellijay, GA; first cousins, Jason Gibbs, Tiffy Payne, Scott Payne. Mr. Payne was born on October 26, 1985 in Snellville, GA. He was a 2004 graduate from Dacula High School where he played football and baseball for the Dacula Falcons. Mr. Payne was a 2008 graduate from Gwinnett College with his Associate Degree. He worked for Carters of Braselton for ten years. Mr. Payne loved hiking, fishing, softball, flying, and traveling. He was a history buff. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Lake Lanier at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hall County Humane Society in memory of Stephen Edward Payne