Mr. William "Bill" R. Payne, Jr., 85, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at his residence. By his side was his Loving and Caring children. He was preceded in death and reunited in Heaven with his wife of 49 years, Barbara Leach Payne; his parents, William S. Payne, Sr. and Jennie Johnson Payne; and his brother, Paul J. Payne.
Born May 25, 1939 in High Point, he was a graduate of the William Penn High School Class of 1957. He spent over 40 years employed as a Truck driver with Colonial Motor Freight Lines and Shelby D. Trucking Company. He also spent many years working part-time as a Funeral Home Assistant with Moore's Funeral Home, Gilmore Funeral Service and Hargett Funeral Home. Upon retirement, he was employed with Triad Adult Day Care Center, Inc. and Phillips Funeral Service, Inc. until his health declined.
He was a Lifelong and Faithful Member of St. Paul Presbyterian Church, USA in High Point, NC where he served in many capacities over the years.
Fraternally, he was a LIFETIME Member of the following Organizations for over 50 years in High Point: Toussaint L'Ouverture Lodge #524 - Past Worshipful Master, Prince Hall Affiliated Masons & Past Worthy Patron - White Rose Chapter #157 Order of the Eastern Star, PHA, Past Excellent High Priest- Hiram Chapter #56 Holy Royal Arch Masons, PHA & Past Worthy Joshua- Guiding Light Court #7 Heroines of Jericho, PHA and Past Eminent Commander-King Cyrus Commandery #5 Order of Knights Templar, PHA & Past Chief Engineer- Nightingale Court #3 Order of Cyrene Crusaders, PHA and Past Illustrious Potentate & chartered member of Abdallah Temple #189 Ancient Egyptian Arabic Order Nobles Mystic Shrine, PHA & Past Advisor- Abdallah Court #166 Daughters of Imperial Court, PHA
In addition, he was also one of the 12 Founding Members of the Dedicated XII Service Organization.
Bill was an avid Carolina Panthers and Los Angeles Lakers fan. He was definitely a "people person" and got along well with just about anyone as he was well known and respected in his community. Everyone called him "Dad" or "Pops". To Know Him Is to Love Him with his passionate sense of humor! He really enjoyed traveling with and having fun with his family and friends. Fellowshipping with his classmates and family were two of his favorite activities to do. He was blessed and fortunate enough to attend his last family reunion in July.
His most precious moments were spent as the passionate fan of his children and grandchildren in their academic, athletic, and personal pursuits, imparting the values of integrity, hard work, and perseverance in all things great and small.
Mr. Payne leaves a legacy of abundant fruitfulness through his sons, DeWarren "Raynard", William III "Bill" and Darian 'Boo" Payne; his daughter, LaSonya "Penny Payne" Van Eaton; several grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren; his two best friends and sisters, Joyce Payne Huff and Doris Payne Howze; his sister-in-law, Gloria J. Hardin; his brothers-in-law, James Hardin ,Sr. and Johnny Steed, Sr.: there are also several cousins, nieces and nephews in the Payne, Johnson-Graham and Leach families; his coworkers at Triad Adult Day Center and Phillips Funeral Service; as well his classmates of the William Penn class of 1957 and his church family at St. Paul Presbyterian Church; special friends, David and Dianne Peoples, David Matthews, James Manning and Arnold & Betty Phillips.
A service to celebrate his life will be held at 12:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Williams Memorial C.M.E. Church, 3400 Triangle Lake Road with the Rev. Robert J. Williams officiating. Entombment will follow at Guilford Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
The family would like to express sincere gratitude to many friends and caregivers for their prayers, love, and support in recent months. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that Memorial contributions be made in Mr. Payneβs memory to the Triad Adult Day Care Center 409 E. Fairfield Rd Suites A&B, High Point NC 27263.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
William Alvino sent Serene Lily Basket for Mr. William "Bill" Payne, Jr. - September 26, 2024
"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday. Unseen, unheard but always near still loved, still missed and forever dear" Thinking of you and your family. Your Atrium High Point family
Dewarren, I was sadden to hear the passing your father and your family have my condolence.
Ivory C. Mann, Jr. Boonsboro, MD
I'm sorry and heartbroken to hear of the passing of " Uncle" Bill Payne. He allowed me the honor of calling him that. He was loving and kind to me always and that always meant a lot to me. My love and prayers go out to the entire family. Vicki Frisby.
Sending my condolences and prayers to the Payne Family so sorry to hear the passing of Mr.Bill Payne such a good man to all he come in contact with will keep you all in my prayers at this difficult time ποΈπποΈ Sharon Green and Family
My Condolences and Prayers to the Payne Family i got to know Bill when i became a member of Tousaint 524 we had lots of conversation one on one as he shared wisdom and knowledge with me.i can say that he was a Friend and Brother thaat will be truly missed β€οΈ. RIP MY BROTHER
RIH MR PAYNE A MAN THAT NEVER CHANGED WHEN YOU SAW HIM HE WOULD ALWAYS GREET YOU WITH A SMILE AND A HEY BABY.. YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO STRENGTHEN THE PAYNE FAMILY GOD BLESS
May the Lord keep you and comfort your family. God bless you all from Michelle, Marseille,and Meredith β€οΈ
Father. I am so grateful that you accepted me and I was able to spend time with you. You are forever in my heart. We shared some special memories. Love never fails. Rest on. Your Son Tommy, and Wife Janet. β€οΈ
My heartfelt condolences to the Payne family. Praying for your strength, comfort and understanding during this time.
So very sorry to hear of Bill's passing.He was truly loved and will be missed greatly.LOVE,Jane Thomas
Condolences to the Payne family,Sorry for your loss love the McBee & Mitchell Family
Sincere Condolences to the Payne Family. Angel Mcbee and Family
I Crystal Albea Henderson remembered Mr.Bill and my mom(Nannie Bell Albea Weeks) were good friends.One thing their birthday was on the same month and day(May 25th).Mr. Bill would come by my mom's house on the Southside every week and I'm telling you one thing they had good laughs and conversations along with Melvin Saunders and Foster McDougal. Hexeas a person never met a stranger. RIH Mr. Bill you will truly be missed but God needed you More.
My sincere condolences to the Payne family. I've known Mr. Bill Payne for a long time. He and his wife Barbara Payne were friends with my parents, so I grew up knowing them well. The most beautiful thing about knowing Mr. Payne as a child he never changed once I became an adult. Whenever I saw him anywhere he always had that smile and showed much love. You will be dearly missed!
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Lorraine Jackson
To the Payne Family, Bill was one of my sister Selena's best friends. They graduated together from William Penn. They stayed in touch all the time. Selena departed this life last November 1st so I know they are celebrating in the presence of our Lord. I will miss him as well. He was such a happy and kind man who seemed to get joy from making others laugh and smile. May he rest in peace and may you be comforted by the presence of God's love. Diane Harper
To the Payne family especially Linda. You have my condolences in passing of your dad. I'm praying that God will give this family peace and comfort during this difficult time. Kathy Wright
Pop, I'm glad you are no longer in pain and is resting..I will never forget how you were there to help me when my husband was transitioning, Please tell Donnie I miss him and I love him. See you two on the other side. Love you, Tina
Love and prayers to the Payne family. My deepest sympathy. From Roseanne ( Salsbury's) and family.
I am praying for peace for those close to uncle Bill. May you have peace knowing he is with the lord. May angles guide him in. Love Joycina, Gabe and Jade.
Hello, Family:
Mr. Payne was a Great Man and Great Leader. Mr. Payne led by example and instilled work ethics and integrity in others. Look up Family and trust God to keep you and comfort you. God Bless all!
Rev., Dr. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green
You ever know someone that could make a quiet room come to life? Uncle Bill. He never missed an opportunity to bring joy and laughter to this world,and your laughter wasn't just a laughter it was a gut wrenching, put tears in your eyes, lay you out gasping for air laughter. As teenagers we would be in the other room hearing and witnessing such behaviors among the adults in the family. At times Uncle Bill would be on a roll that some felt the need to exit just to breath, and then it rolled into the room where us teenagers were and before we knew it we would be laughing. If anyone would have ask us about what we were laughing at, we didn't know. It was just that contagious. He will be missed by many. It brought to mind a scripture ecclesiastics 4:2 NIV translation And I declared that the Dead who had already died are happier than the living who are still alive. There's that word happier just for Uncle Bill Now he has throughout all eternity to share happiness. He's home. Our prayers and love are with the family near and far. Love Bo and Cheryl
The Payne family a word of sympathy from Gloria little
Praying for the Payne Family From the Witherspoon Family and the Rorie Family ππππ§€πππ§΄π§©π―π₯ππΉπ«π
RIP Bill! My Family have known Bill for a very long time we have truly enjoyed him over the early Years. Of ! His life. He was Family!To the Family sorry for your loss, Praying for Pease Comfort & Strength. Beverly Mitchell,The Lindsay & The Michael Family.
Sending prayers and condolences to the family and pray that God will comfort y'all today and the days ahead the Carter, Linton and Ervin Families
To The Payne Family I'm sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Bill He was nice and generous man always had nice and encouraging words to say to you Mr Bill has no more sickness or pain He's n a better place he's with his Beautiful Wife Mrs Barbara he finished the race he has his wings now Family keep the memories of your Dad I pray that all Mighty God comfort you all n the days to come it's going to be hard but Trust In God Love You All Treva Quick Peay
Sincere condolences to the Payne Family!
I would like to send my sincere to The Payne Family at this time.I also thank God for the time God allowed me to have with Mr Bill.He always had encouraging words and offering himself to see if he could help you with I knew him as a little girl,he will truly be missed! The Hamlin,Rush and Holland Family!
Dear Payne Family, Mr. Bill Payne was such an encourager and a true man of God. I will always respect his strength and willingness share a word of kindness. I praise God that he allowed me the privilege to meet a great light in the form of Mr. William "Bill" Payne, Jr. on this side of the Jordan! I will continue to pray for the entire family. Lovingly submitted, Rev. Dr. Laetitia Wells
Family. It has been a joy to serve my Uncle Bill through his journey. I will remember all the times we spent talking, laughing, praying, and hearing you call upon me to assist you with things not only you needed but wanted. You fought well and my love for family will live on. As you took your rest on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 my heart rejoiced knowing that you told us that you were going home. You definitely will be missed but never forgotten. Peace. Love. Family! Veronica "Redigo" Howze Dumas
RIP Bill To the Family so sorry for your loss praying for peace and strength we have known Bill and his siblings for years.Mrs Joyce and pochie sorry for your loss Barbara, Shirlon, Jeanette
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