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Jimmy Payne Obituary
A native of Athens, he was the son of the late Charles Milton Payne and Dorothy House Payne and brother to the late Jeff Payne. Jimmy retired from Complete Lift Service and had been a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for 40 years. He was a member of Bogart Baptist Church where he was very involved in the Bogart Bible Club and with the youth of the church. Jimmy loved showing his 1973 Dodge Dart Sport, attending car shows, and riding his motorcycle. As a dirt track racer he enjoyed racing at Winder-Barrow Speedway and the Athens Speedway. He was a Charter Member of the Athens HOG Chapter in 1988 and a national HOG life member. In addition, Jimmy was also a member of ABATE and the Christian Motorcyclists' Association.
In addition to his wife, survivors include his children: Benjy Alton Payne of Monroe, Eric (Nicole) Scott of PA, Ryan (Natalie) Scott of NY, Jamie Abounader of Bogart, and David (Angel) Abounader of Athens; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at 2PM at Bogart Baptist Church with Rev. Ted Tedder and Rev. Allen Rogers officiating. Burial will follow at Barrow Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Charlie Payne, Wesley Payne, Mike Tuggle, Freddy Patat, Mario Nevola and David Dunson.
The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 6-8 on Monday, January 19, 2015 at the funeral home.
Flowers are appreciated or memorials may be made to the Bogart Baptist Church Youth Group in lieu of flowers.
Lord & Stephens West is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jimmy Payne
Patricia Scott
January 23, 2015
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I knew Jimmy along time ago.
Joan Tolbert
January 20, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I have known Jimmy since around the age of 13. He was good person and he will be missed. I always enjoyed him talking About Elvis Presley , his favorite and he used to love to dress like him. Always enjoyed talking to you and Jimmy in statham outside fleamarket when yall were there
Vern and Nancy Stearns
January 20, 2015
We are sorry to hear of your loss and pray for God's grace and mercy for all the family. We know Jimmy had a positive impact on many lives.
Linda Melton Jones
January 20, 2015
So sorry I didn't hear of his passing before visitation yesterday as I surly would have been there. We have been friends since our childhood days & he told me for years I was his childhood crush. I was so happy to see him again at our last big Athens High reunion. Jimmy was a good friend for many years, rest now friend, am sure I will see you later on there w/ all our friends that have gone before us!
Jim Lytle
January 20, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Family and Friends. I pray the Lord will reach out and provide some comfort during this very difficult time. Jimmy was a good friend and will be missed.
Preston McLaughlin
January 20, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. All of Eric's colleagues here in Virginia want you to know the entire Family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Very Respectfully,
Preston McLaughlin
David, Stephanie and Tava King
January 20, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and peace during this time.
George & Denise Jones
January 20, 2015
We wish to extend our condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Jimmy on the untimely loss of their loved one.
Melissa Gail Bridges
January 19, 2015
So Very Sorry To Hear Of This Can Not Believe This Has Happen Such A Sweet And Likable Person Always Spoke To Ya And Smiled A Lot Thoughts And Prayers Coming Yalls Way To Jimmy Payne And Family And Friends..
Ginger Gunter
January 19, 2015
We are so very sad to hear about Jimmy passing. I know he did a lot of work for his church, but he supported Bogart United Methodist Church. He attended all are fund raisers and we were always happy to see him there! You will be missed !! My love and prayers are with your family
Lora Burgess Busbee
January 19, 2015
Benjy and family I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Artie and Tina Kittle
January 19, 2015
To the family may you find comfort and the strength to contiune Jimmy's work. And know that he is in Heaven with his loved ones! God be with you all and always keep the memories alive and he will always be with you!!!!
Steve Alexander
January 19, 2015
Jimmy was like my older brother. I will always remember our times at the track and his words of wisdom. I miss you, but I will not say goodby, as I'll see you again one day.
Keithlyn & Larry Yaste
January 19, 2015
Bikers Prayer
May the sun rise in front of me, the rain fall behind me and the wind follow me. May the Angels guard my travels for they know what is ahead of me. Lord, thank you for letting me be a biker.
Jimmy will be greatly missed by all of us in the Athens Hog Chapter. Our prayers are with you and your family.
January 19, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Our thoughts are with you from our family to yours.
Tim and Dawn Anderson
Johnny & Patsy Doster
January 19, 2015
Bengy and Family our prayers are with you all at this difficult time~we will always remember Jimmy at Athens Speedway.
Bjanre & Deby Sorensen
January 19, 2015
Taking the final ride....
You will be missed.
Susan Casper
January 19, 2015
Benji & Family,
Sorry for the passing of your Dad.
Susan & Michael Casper
Chuck & Susie Garrett
January 19, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Ted and Jody Whitlock
January 19, 2015
Condolences to Debbie and family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you each and everyday to come.
Ricky, DeDe & Nate Seagraves
January 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. All of you are in our prayers.
melissa haskell
January 19, 2015
Hey Benjy I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a great man...you ,Tyler,Justin,Nikki, Debbie are in my prayers.
Your dad is in a better place now..god will take care of him..you will see him again
Kay Kirk
January 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Doug and Tobie Haynie
January 19, 2015
Our deepest condolences. The Payne family is in our thoughts and prayers.
David Sloan
January 19, 2015
Benjy I am so sorry for your lose, I will miss seeing Jimmy at the car shows.
Oby Dupree
January 19, 2015
Jimmy was an Icon in our area!
He will be remembered for his strong Faith guiding him and his love of children.
I love you Debbie.
Crystal Bradberry
January 19, 2015
He smiled always, doing God's work. You will be missed by many!
Donna Robinson
January 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. The family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Homes West Chapel
January 19, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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