James Franklin Payne Obituary

We bid farewell to James Franklin Payne (Fort Smith, Arkansas), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 28, 2025 at the age of 92. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. 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 James Franklin Payne to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William D. Payne and Ethel Eleanor Stanley. He is survived by: his wife Iva Clariece Hendrix; his children, Laurell Newton (Gabriel), James C. Payne, Kevin Payne, Kim Burke (Mack) and David Britton; and his grandchildren, Danielle, Gabe Jr., Kendall, Kristoff, Kayleigh, Caleb, Lauren, Zack, Ryan, MacKayla, Macksimus and Mackimlee. He is also survived by the children, the grandchildren, the great-grandchildren.