Christian Maurice “Mo” Payne Obituary in Opelika at Harris Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Christian Maurice “Mo” Payne

Funeral service for Christian Payne, 52, of Auburn, AL, will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 10, 2022, at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2 Day Lily Street, Loachapoka, AL 36865, interment will be at 11:00 a.m. (EST), Monday, September 12, 2022 in Georgia National Cemetery, 1080 Scott Hudgens Drive, Canton, Georgia 30114, Reverend Anthony Shealey will officiate. (Facial covering is required)

Mr. Payne, who passed away Saturday, September 3, 2022 at the East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, AL, was born December 25, 1969 in Lakeland, Florida.

Public viewing will be Friday, September 9, 2022, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Facial covering is required). Mr. Payne will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.

He leaves to cherish his memory: wife, Takishia Payne of Auburn, AL; three children, MaryElizabeth Payne of Kennesaw, GA, Samara Gill of Braselton, GA and Jordyn Beverly of Auburn, AL; two grandchildren, Samaya Gill and Tantus (TJ) Whitaker II; one brother, Theodore Payne of McDonough, GA; three sisters, Deidre (Ronnie) Callaway of Polk City, FL, Tanya Payne and Tawanna Payne both of Lakeland, FL; two aunts, Velma (Thomas) Brown of Atlanta, GA and Ann Williams of Lakeland, FL; one uncle, Leroy (Cynthia) Williams of Vinton, IA; goddaughter, Kendra (Eddie) Martinez of San Antonio, TX; a special cousin and brother, Jeffrey Williams of Davenport, FL; a special niece, Shakea Payne of Lakeland, FL; a special nephew, Zarrius Jenkins of Lakeland, FL; mother-in-law, Reverend and Mrs. Jacqueline (Roger) Holtzclaw of Childersburg, AL; father-in-law, Marvin (Kiundra) Fair of Lincoln, AL; two sisters-in-law, Trinity (Jamal) Adair and LaCreshia (Kendric) Walker both of Childersburg, AL; grandfather-in-law, Mr. T.L. Swain, Jr. of Childersburg, AL; four aunts-in-law, Robin (Eric) Toney of Harvest, AL, Pamela (Calvin) Williams of Covington, GA, Phyllis Fair Wallace and Cynthia Kelley both of Childersburg, AL; two uncles-in-law, Zebedee (Dorothy) Swain of Stafford, VA and Terry Fair of Baltimore, MD; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Please know that your family loves you and are here for you! Catrice and Adria Holmes

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We going to miss you so much!! You were the best father a child could have. I've lost my best friend...never would of thought Saturday, morning would of been our last conversation. I know you will continue to watch over our children and continue to guide and direct them. But you know I got it from here. Love you always. Deborah Payne

Payne always wore a smile and fit in as part of any group whether family/friends or strangers. He demonstrated what a real man does for his family and provided a safe haven for Kishia and Jordyn. I appreciate having the opportunity to know him. 🖤🖤🖤 Kristi Garrett

We are saddened to hear of the passing of our Dear Friend and Brother in Christ. We are praying for comfort and peace for the family during this difficult time. Please accept our deepest condolences. Dea. Reggie and Priscilla Strickland

We are so saddened to hear about the passing of your husband and father. We are incredibly sorry. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Clinton and Romelia Jordan

Our deepest condolences to the family. Love Anthony and Alfredia Harris

So sorry to hear about Christian. Condolences for the family and your in our prayers. Rita, Franceska & Josh Jr.

I first meet you at Publix 17 years ago.Maurice (Major Payne) I would call him. You always had smile a cool humble guy.

I just found out about your passing my brotha. I can remember being stationed with you at dobbins air reserve base and how you would always have a good joke and a smile brotha. Hate that we lost contact but you will truly be missed...joe chambers

My deepest condolences to the family in this time of bereavement.
Brazzi Rossano Bingham-Gore

My deepest condolences to the family . I am praying for you all at this time of bereavement.

My deepest condolences to the family. My prayers are with you. Catina Griffin-Martin & Family.

I miss you so much but I'm truly grateful for the time we had. I know you're smiling even brighter now 🙌🏽. Thank you for being an amazing husband. Jordyn and I will always cherish your memory. Love Kishia and Jordyn

Maurice was a wonderful man. I will always remember his kindness, smile and laughter. My husband and I will fondly look back on the fun times we shared in service at New Life AMEZ Church and personally. Our condolences to all who will miss him.
Pamela Johnson

My friend and military brother gone too soon. I will truly miss your laugh. You are and always be family to us. We love you and praying for your loved ones. Love you always. Tracy, Laura, Kendra and Victoria

❤️❤️❤️❤️Pastor A. Shealey & the entire MTZBC of Loachapoka sends our condolences prayers & love

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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