Kermit Vaughn Payton Obituary

We announce the death of Kermit Vaughn Payton (Frankfort, Kentucky), who passed away on June 30, 2026, at the age of 94. Kermit will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lee Payton and Stella Payton (Bailey). He is survived by: his wife Anna Grace Payton (Wood); his siblings, William, Virgil, Helen, Lucille, Phyllis and Peggy Stephens; his children, Mark and Lisa; his son-in-law Tim; his grandchildren, Marcus Payton (Molly) and Anna Vassar (Ryan); and his great grandchildren, Elisha, Remington, Pierce, Amelia, Libby, Maggie and Beau. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations, if desired, may be made to the Air Force Security Forces Association in Kermit Payton's name at AFSFAonline.com.