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Robert was born to Robert Richard and Myrtle (Pettit) Payne on July 8, 1923, in Circleville, Ohio. The family moved to Columbus in 1935 and Robert went on to graduate from Central High School. Shortly after, he joined 3C Camp for teenagers where his passion grew for photography and working with his hands. In 1942, he was drafted into the Army Tank Corps and honorably discharged in 1943. Growing up in the great depression era of the 30's had an impact on his life. He had a very strong work ethic and taught himself to do what was needed.
Robert was an active member of the American Legion for 73 years and a member of the Freemasons for 65 years.
Robert is preceded in death by his son, Robert F Payne Jr, his sister June O'Brien and his brother Russell Payne.
He is survived by his wife Anna (Triacheff) Payne and their 4 children; Victoria (Tom) Keffer, Patrick (Vickie) Payne, Florene (Jack) Rogers and Stephanie (Robert Foster) Payne. He also leaves behind 8 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Special devotion to David and Lolita Payne.
Visitation will be held from 2-5 pm on Sunday, Sept 24 at Evans Funeral Home 4171 E Livingston Ave, Columbus, OH. Funeral Service will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Garden chapel 5600 E Broad St, Columbus, OH at 10 am on Monday Sept 25.
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Patrick Payne
September 16, 2025
Time moves quickly since your passing 8 yrs. ago. This year you would have reached "102 " on your birthday. We think of you often and appreciate all you've done for each of us. We especially miss you and mom & spending time with our families & especially enjoying the grandchildren. We have experienced a good life as your children and look forward to meeting again heaven.
Dad's signature smile for all to enjoy!
Patrick Payne
September 15, 2023
Mom & Dad in front of their home - 1990
Patrick Payne
September 15, 2023
Patrick Payne
September 15, 2023
Time moves quickly since your passing 6 yrs. ago. This year you would have reached "100 " on your birthday. We think of you often and appreciate all you've done for each of us. We especially miss you and mom & spending time with our families & especially enjoying the grandchildren. We have experienced a good life as your children and look forward to meeting again heaven.
Patrick L Payne
September 15, 2021
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Patrick L Payne
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Patrick L Payne
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Patrick L Payne
September 15, 2021
It's been another year, 4 yrs since your passing, and all of us think of you often as the days have gone by. We have appreciated your involvement in our lives and activities as we were growing up. You've displayed a positive example of of work commitment and ethics. We certainly miss having both you and mom nearby or talking with you on the phone listening to your voices. I feel that I can speak for all of us kids that we have experienced a good life as your children. We enjoy sharing our memories of you & mom when we get together and look forward to meeting in heaven at the appointed time our merciful God chooses for each of us. Love you & miss you!
Patrick Payne
September 15, 2020
Time goes so quickly as it's been 3 yrs since your passing. I think of you often and appreciate so very much the mechanical skills taught to me as a young boy that is used everyday in my work and solving life challenges. Doesn't seem possible that both you and mom are no longer here to enjoy the grand kids & great grand kids. I feel that I can speak for all of our siblings that we have experienced a good life as your children and look forward to meeting in heaven at the appointed time our merciful God chooses for each of us.
Patrick Payne
September 15, 2019
Missing you dad as the time had passed so quickly and it will be two years since your passing. There seldom a day that goes by that you havent been in our thoughts. Your smile and pleasant comments of appreciation are missed more we can imagine. Everyone youve met have been blessed by your skills as an auto mechanic or those that have stopped by to visit with you. Give mom & Bobby a hug for us until the time we can all meet together again.
Prayers & thanksgiving
Pat & Vickie, Stephanie & Robert, Flo & Jack, Vicky & Tom
Bob's Gulf
Stephanie
July 8, 2019
Thinking of and missing Dad on what would have been his 96th birthday. We miss you so much.
Patrick Payne
January 13, 2018
In memory of our dad whom our family was blessed to enjoy for many years and to learn from so we all could benefit from his lessons taught.
Dad shared many smiles especially in his later years when his hearing had become lessened from years in his automotive repair work. He always seemed to smile in agreement with what the topic of discussion was at the time. Little did we realize that he didn't hear much of the conversation around him. So, he just smiled a lot!
He and mom celebrated 74 years of marriage just months before his passing. A member of the Masons and American Legion for many years reinforced his love for family and his country. He was a member of the "Greatest Generation" and served our country during WWII.
RIP
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
WWII Memorial
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
65 Years
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
73 Years
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
Vocational Teacher-- 17 Years
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
At the age of 50
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
Opened a Gas Station
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
Joined CCC for Teens
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
1935 Alumni
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
"ONE OF"
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
1942
Herb USMC
September 25, 2017
Herb Guyer-Sharfenaker USMC
September 25, 2017
God Bless/RIP. A heartfelt Thank YOU,Robert for your service in WWII. The USA would NOT be as it is today.I treasure the freedoms for which YOU fought.....And Semper Fi.
James Gunkelman
September 23, 2017
It's Always sad to hear about the passing of a Fellow Veteran. We are sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Disabled American Veterans
Capital City Chapter 3
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