Robert Payne Obituary

The family of Robert Payne (Conway, Arkansas) announces his passing on October 9, 2026. Robert, born on March 18, 1941, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Robert for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Robert’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: wife: Margaret Vannoy Payne; daughters: Lisa Payne Lovell (Roy) and Leanne Payne Sanders (Tom); grandchildren: Lec Conner (Brittany), Alexis Lovell Lewey (Andrew), Margaret Conner Crosby (Garrett), Mackenzie Sanders Van Der Snick (Emmett), and Morgan Sanders Harvey (Reece); great-grandchildren: Jayden Conner, Easton Conner, Emberly Conner, Pearce Lewey, Noa Jane Lewey, Mason Van Der Snick, Heidi Crosby, and Miller Van Der Snick; sister: Patricia Payne Tapp (Doug); nephew: Michael Tapp (Stacy); nieces: Joetta Mertz (Steve) and Missy Tapp; mother: Nancy Holtzclaw Payne; father: James Robert Payne; sister: Shirley Payne Underwood; brothers-in-law: Joe Underwood and Neil Vannoy; sister-in-law: Jan Vannoy; deceased daughter: Lauren Payne Conner; caregiver: Melissa Hight; and extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Roller McNutt Funeral Chapel (650 Central Landing Blvd, Conway, AR 72032). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 17th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Roller McNutt Funeral Home (650 Central Landing Blvd, Conway, AR 72032).

In lieu of flowers, the family invites those who wish to honor Bob's memory to consider making a donation to the Alzheimer's Association.