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William Kenneth Payne Jr.

June 12, 1960 - March 4, 2023
Visitation
Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers
6025 82nd Street
Lubbock, TX 79424
Saturday 3/11, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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William Kenneth Payne, Jr. passed away suddenly at home on March 4, 2023.  He is preceded in death by both of his parents, Josephine Vernette Ferrell Payne and William Kenneth Payne, Sr., both of Mt. Hope, WV, his maternal and paternal grandparents, and his baby brother Richard Alexander Payne.  He is survived by his wife, Pamela Payne of Lubbock, sister Tammy Clifford Mason of Saint Albans, WV, brother David Payne, niece Donavia J. Beltran of Saint Albans, WV, uncles Terry Ferrell of Oakhill, WV, and Phillip Ferrell of Charlotte, NC, Aunts Catherine Hooper of Brooklyn, NY and Mary Payne-Otey of Reno, NV, his step-children Tonya and Roger McIntosh of Westminster, CO, a host of cousins, and his dogs Murphy and Missy.

William was born in Mt. Hope, WV on June 12, 1960.  He spent his early years as a military dependent all over the world but settled in Lubbock in the late 1970s.  William met the love of his life in 1982 and they spent 36 years married before his passing. He worked for UPS and retired after 28 years. William was the favorite step-uncle to a multitude of nieces and nephews and an incredibly fun brother-in-law.  He was a die-hard fan of the Minnesota Vikings, Houston Astros, and West Virginia Mountaineers; however, he would watch almost any sport and team on tv. William was a champion for the humane treatment of animals, particularly dogs, and had seemingly unlimited love and patience for them.  He was a regular fixture in Texas Hold’em Tournaments and would celebrate and commiserate with a shot of Tuaca and a shout of Skol!  His larger-than-life energy and smile will be sorely missed and never forgotten.

The family will receive visitors at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designs located at 6025 82nd Street from 4 pm – 6 pm on Saturday, March 11, 2023.  You may sign William’s virtual guest book or share a memory of him with his family here on this page.

Donations to The Haven Animal Shelter are requested in lieu of flowers

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Visitation
Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers
6025 82nd Street
Lubbock, TX 79424
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Saturday 3/11, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Gathering

William Kenneth Payne, Jr. passed away suddenly at home on March 4, 2023.  He is preceded in death by both of his parents, Josephine Vernette Ferrell Payne and William Kenneth Payne, Sr., both of Mt. Hope, WV, his maternal and paternal grandparents, and his baby brother Richard Alexander Payne.  He is survived by his wife,Continue Reading

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Maurio Gutierrez left a message on March 11, 2023:
I’m so sorry for your loss Pam. My condolences to you and your loved ones. He will be missed.
Stewart Payne left a message on March 11, 2023:
May you rest in peace cuz!
Rayma left a message on March 10, 2023:
So sorry for your loss, Pam. David is sitting here watching the video tribute with tears. Will was Will. I loved him. Never agreed with him but that was us. We loved the debate. No one really understood that but us. I truly loved Will on a different level and I read his sister’s post just now. See you on the other side, Will.
Family left a message on March 10, 2023:
Always loved... Sis Tammy, Brother in-law Clifford, Niece Donavia, Brother David, Mom (RIP), Dad (RIP). "WV country road take me home"
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Tammy A. (Payne) (Beltran) Mason left a message on March 10, 2023:
💕😇 I am at peace with my brother Jody's passing...I choose to believe in JESUS, so I am hopeful he is resting with all our loved ones that passed before him...I know what Jody thought about GOD, but we did talk everytime I spoke with him and I pray GOD saw his kind heart and welcomed him home💕 He was the best big brother he knew how to be....hope to see you and our family on the otherside...THANK YOU PAM, Tonya, Mac and the in-laws, for loving William and being his FAMILY too.... Jody loved you always, your one and only sis and baby brother David (wherever he is)💕
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Tammie Manley left a message on March 10, 2023:
Pam and Family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know what a wonderful friend William was to Steven Castner. He loved him like a brother and my heart hurts for all of you. He will be greatly missed. Tammie Manley
Rosa Moreno left a message on March 10, 2023:
I met William thru my husband, Ed Moreno, he was always very nice, quiet and smiling. It was my honor to have met him. Our heartfelt condolences to all the family.
Steven Castner left a message on March 9, 2023:
I am so sorry for your loss . Will was my best friend I will miss him so much . I always knew he was there for me if needed anything at anytime. I will miss his friendship so much . Love you brother
Rose H.Pillow left a message on March 8, 2023:
William was one of the quietest and reserved coworker,we kept in touch until the end.William was a sweet person and will be sorely missed
Julian Martinez left a message on March 8, 2023:
So sorry for y'all's loss! William will be missed! He was an around of a good guy. Prayers and thoughts are with you all!🙏
Terry Ferrell left a message on March 8, 2023:
I am his uncle I remember him when he was a young kid wish I could have seen him more devastated
Prudence A. Kouris left a message on March 8, 2023:
I will always remember that Will always came and told me what they were improving in the house, because my parents used to live there. He was a good neighbor and friend. May his memory be eternal.
Lake Ridge Chapel & Memorial Designers left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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