Velma Rorie Payne Obituary
The family of Velma Rorie Payne (Indianola, Mississippi) announces her passing on October 15, 2026. Velma, born on April 18, 1929, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Velma Rorie Payne to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, King Rorie and Merlie George Rorie; her husband C. E. Payne; and her siblings, Eunis Rorie, Carl Rorie, Hershel Rorie, Loretta Rorie and Selma Rorie Woods.
She is survived by: her children, Charlotte Payne Hobbs (Eddie) and Mike Payne (Dianne); her grandchildren, Tripp Hobbs (Robin), Rorie Payne Scroggins (Chad) and Dr. Emily Ingram Payne; her great grandchildren, Reagan Hobbs, Payne Hobbs (Ansley), Max Scroggins and Evie Scroggins; and her siblings, Jean Rorie Davis, Donna Rorie Miller (Gene), Frank Rorie (Sharon) and Donald Rorie.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the Burton Funeral Home (634 US-82, Indianola, MS 38751). A celebration of life was held on Tuesday, October 20th 2026 at 2:30 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be given to Samaritan's Purse or St. Jude's Children's Hospital or to the donor's choice. Consider a donation, as requested by the family.
