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Kenton Payne Obituary
Vero Beach, FL
Kenton Dale Payne, of Palatine, Illinois and Vero Beach, FL, born on December 17, 1972 in Harvey, Illinois, to Linda Payne and Gary Payne, passed away at age 45 on April 11, 2018 in Orlando, Florida. He attended College of Charleston and DePaul University. Kenton was the loving husband of Donna Payne. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Mae Pierce; grandfathers, Dale Payne and John Pierce; and dog, Chessie Starr. Kenton is survived by his son, Fletcher Payne; daughter, Evelyn Payne; sister, Dawn Payne Wagner; nephew, Griffin Wagner and grandmother, Mary Gibson. Kenton's passions included chess and baseball. Family and friends loved Kent for his special wit and winning smile, and he will be dearly missed. All services will be private.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kenton Payne
Sheila Clark
March 30, 2021
Brilliant mind
m Star
July 30, 2018
Kenton was a special man, born of a very loving family. His life shall be celebrated through his children's eyes, and the joy they may know in remembrance of their father. I would like to wish my most sincere condolences to his mother and father.
This is how I will always remember Kent
Donna Payne
May 27, 2018
The last time we saw each other.
Donna Payne
May 26, 2018
May 26, 2018
Kent was my best friend, my husband, and my love. He had a big heart, and we were reconciling when this happen, but I will always be his wife, I love you very much. Donna
4th of July last year..
Donna Payne
May 18, 2018
Amy Fogg
May 14, 2018
Kenton became our gentleman hero. You were the best friend I never knew existed. Thank you for being you.
Nancy Corritori
April 29, 2018
I'm saddened to hear of his passing. He was a good friend and will be missed dearly. May he rest in peace.
The Hamlin Family
April 14, 2018
In loving memory of one of Gods children. May he rejoice with the Lord in heaven and watch over his family and friends from above.
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