Ann Verts Payne Obituary

We bid farewell to Ann Verts Payne of Independence, Missouri, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 10, 2026 at the age of 91. Ann touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ann Verts Payne to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her mother Lois Richardson Verts; her husband Daniel F. "Dan" Payne; and her sister Dorothy Caton. She is survived by: her daughters, Gayle Kirkpatrick (Jerry) of Independence, Becky Schussler of Lee's Summit, MO, Lori Payne of Kansas City, MO and Carrie Beard of St. Peters, MO; her grandchildren, Scott Kirkpatrick, Craig Kirkpatrick, Ross Kirkpatrick (Megan), Adam Schussler (Becca), Brian Livingston (Emma), Megan Hovick, Aaron Beard (Lizzy), Cassie Beard and Alex Beard; and her sister Vivian Bailey (Bruce) of Chicago, IL. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Memorials are suggested to Nelson Cemetery and an online guestbook is available at http://www.campbell-lewis.com.