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James Payne Obituary

Jim passed away at the age of 74 on August 19, 2017. Jim was born on May 22, 1943 in Trinidad, Colorado.

Jim served in the Air Force and is a Vietnam Veteran.

Jim is survived by his wife Velda Payne, 2 sons, George and James Payne, 7 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter, brother Frank Payne and sisters Marian Roscoe and Lorraine Shinn. He is also survived by many nephews, nieces and cousins.

Parents George and Dollie Payne, brothers John Allen and George Elmer and sister Karen (Payne) Wark predeceased him.

Services will be Wednesday, August 23, 2017 at Church On the Ranch, 3685 Jeannine Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Aug. 22, 2017.

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Kathie Crane Berger

August 22, 2017

I have fond childhood memories of cousin Jim whether it was my visit to the ranch or family gatherings at our place. Jim definitely had a sense of humor and I remember his playful teasing of his little city cousin. I was so honored when he let me try to drive his Mustang. I did poorly as it was the first time I was introduced to a stick shift but he took it in stride. His loving personality will be missed. We were able to reconnect last year after too many years of separation. My condolences to his immediate and extended family. Jim, you will always be in our hearts and remembrances will bring a smile to our faces.

August 22, 2017

I will miss you so much. Love you, my favorite.

Jeanne and Lee Fears

August 22, 2017

I have no words to express how much the we're going to miss Jim. His smile, his wink, his teasing, his love of life. Lee and I will miss your visits and having coffee or tea. Rest in peace my cousin and we'll see each other again. In the meantime, give all our loved ones a big hug from us. I'm sure it has been quite the reunion up there.

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