Dale Payne's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2026 in Opelika, Alabama

Dale Payne

May 12, 1940 - January 18, 2026 (85 years old)

Opelika, Alabama

Dale Payne's obituary , Passed away on January 18, 2026 in Opelika, Alabama

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Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home

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Dale Payne

May 12, 1940 - January 18, 2026 (85 years old)

Opelika, Alabama

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Dale Payne Obituary

In loving memory of Dale Payne in Opelika, Alabama, who departed this world on January 18, 2026 at the age of 85. Dale leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dale Payne to pay them a last tribute.

As Dale departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Dale. Though Dale may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Wesley Payne and Ada Payne. He is survived by: his siblings, Mark Payne and Armetta Smitley; his wife Laura Payne; his children, Carrie Landin [Todd Landin] and Adam Payne [Angela Payne]; and his grandchildren, Natalie Payne, Nora Landin and Beck Landin.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home



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