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Richard E. Payne

Richard Payne Obituary

EDINBURG - Richard E. "Dick" Payne, 75, of Edinburg, died Saturday, March 27, 2010 in Grenada, Miss., while on a fishing trip with his son R.J. and friends.

He was born Oct. 4, 1934, in Nokomis, the son of Clarence R. and Ruth Durham Payne. He married his beloved Barbara A. Perry on Oct. 4, 1953 in Taylorville.

Mr. Payne was a retired Edinburg businessman owning several businesses in town dating back to 1970. Over the years he also sold automobiles and real estate in Taylorville and most recently could be seen working the crowd at the Edinburg auction. He was extremely active in the community as a town council member, volunteer fireman and always there whenever a hand was needed. He was a 32nd degree Master Mason and member of the Knights Templar. Dick strongly believed in service to others. As a member of the Lions Club he extended his service beyond Edinburg by fulfilling duties of district governor at the state level and supporting the many causes of Lion's International. Dick also enjoyed the outdoors and spent time hunting and fishing. He was a member of Edinburg Christian Church. The legacy he has left to his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and anyone who came in contact with him was service to others, hard work was its own reward and making the most of each day is a lifelong opportunity.

Survivors are his wife, Barbara; sons, Loren R. (wife, Debbie) Payne of Gilbert, Ariz., Richard J. (wife, Marilyn) Payne of Taylorville and Bryan C. (wife, Kami) Payne of Kincaid; grandchildren, Rich Payne, Andrea Younker, Tyler Payne, Adam Payne, Lacy May, Megan Hunsley, Cory Payne, Mason Payne, Shane Lucas and Tristan Payne; great-grandchildren, Chase Hunsley, Curt Hunsley, Owen Younker and Wyatt Younker; sister, Delores Burkel of Wisconsin; aunt, Helen Julius of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2010 at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 31, 2010 at Sutton Memorial Home, with the Rev. Craig Scott officiating. Burial will be in Edinburg Cemetery.

Memorials to: The Mary Bryant Home for the Blind, 2960 Stanton St., Springfield, IL 62703 or Edinburg Christian Church, 305 W. Washington St., Edinburg, IL 62531.

Sign online guestbook at suttonmemorialhome.com.

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Published by The State Journal-Register on Mar. 30, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Payne

16 Entries

Tim and Robin Simon

April 2, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dick's generosity and kindness will never be forgotten.

Jerry Wood

March 31, 2010

I am very sorry for your loss. We will say Mass for him and your family
Bishop Jerry Wood

Gary & Kay Hart

March 31, 2010

Barb and family - Gary and I were very sorry to learn of Richard's passing.

We were just talking the other day and reminiscing about some of the ski trips we had taken. Since Richard didn't ski, Gary remembered how he (Richard) would have snacks waiting at our condo at the end of the day or run back and forth getting beverages while we enjoyed the hot tub. We always had such a good time because both you and Richard were such fun loving people and so easy to get along with.

Please accept our deepest sympathies and we'll keep you in our prayers.

Michael & Karen Burns

March 30, 2010

I knew Dick when he sold cars for Max Klemm Chrysler-Plymouth, he was an outstanding salesperson and a good person. My sincere condolences to his entire family, God has added a bright star to his heaven.

March 30, 2010

I worked with Dick at Craggs
Adams in Taylorville in the early 90's and was a pleasure to know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dan and Dora Sherrick, Sebring, Fla.

Richard and Linda Stanger

March 30, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time. Richard was a very caring person and will be greatly missed.

March 30, 2010

Rich Sorry to hear about your Dad, our sympathy to you and your family. Thinking about you. Dick & Sandy Dailey

Kim Hobbs-Walker

March 30, 2010

It's hard to find the words to express our heartfelt sympathy for Dick Paynes' family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. His kindness will be remembered. Edwina, Kim and Sheila.

Mildred Gowdy and family

March 30, 2010

Barb and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dick was a wonderful and giving person. He always made you feel special. He will be sadly missed.

Harry & Pam Stark

March 30, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Tammy Kirk

March 30, 2010

Rich and Family,

I want to pass on my sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts are with all of you.

Dr. & Mrs. Gerald Buckler

March 30, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to the family. We will always remember Dick's positive committment to serving others.

Alva McDowell

March 30, 2010

I want to pass along my sympathy to the Payne family. I had the pleasure of working several auctions with Dick. He was always a lot of fun to be around and always seemed to enjoyed the people around him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Vicky Bauer

March 30, 2010

So sorry for your loss. Dick was an awesome guy and will be sadly missed.

Scott Ponsler

March 29, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Payne family. Love Scott Ponsler & family

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