Robert Waldon Payne Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Robert Waldon Payne of Decatur, Alabama, who passed away on May 19, 2026 at the age of 90. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Waldon Payne to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Anthony Tony Payne and Essie Mae Beck Payne; his daughter Geneva Denny (James); his siblings, Silas Payne (Annie-Mae), Malcolm Payne (Linda), Junior Payne (Mildred), Orene Stewart (Tom), Eunice Montgomery (George), Stella Rollins (David), Frances Lang (Walter) and Fronnie Hill (Tag); his grandchildren, Michael Payne, Katie Payne, Logan Payne and Amier Williams; his sister Libby Lucille Payne; and his daughters-in-law, Janice Payne and Melody Payne.
He is survived by: his children, Hank Payne (Joyce), Ricky Payne, Rose Watkins, Amanda Tello (Jorge) and Marie Osborn. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Friday, May 22nd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the New Beginnings Baptist Church (2248 Kooken Ave SW, Decatur, AL 35603). A funeral service was held on Friday, May 22nd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
