Elbert Payne's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Pelzer, South Carolina

Elbert Payne

December 2, 1937 - January 9, 2026 (88 years old)

Pelzer, South Carolina

Elbert Payne's obituary , Passed away on January 9, 2026 in Pelzer, South Carolina

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Elbert Payne

December 2, 1937 - January 9, 2026 (88 years old)

Pelzer, South Carolina

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Elbert Payne Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on January 9, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Elbert Payne of Pelzer, South Carolina. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Doris Payne; his parents, Elbert Payne, Sr. and Fannie McAbee Payne; his children, Russell Payne and Darlene Crosby; and his siblings, Mamie Riddle, Janie Sims, Dorothy Funk, Fannie Rutledge and Albert Payne.

He is survived by: his grandchildren, Anthony Payne (Kellie Lazzaro) and Stephanie Denne (Taylor); and his great grandchildren, Gianna, Gabriella, Guilianna Lazzaro and Gabriel Payne.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to New Life Independent Baptist Church, 215 Evans Rd., Pelzer, SC 29669.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gray Mortuary, Inc.



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Visitation

Gray Mortuary
52 Main St, Pelzer, SC 29669

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Jan 19

Funeral service

Gray Mortuary Chapel
52 Main St, Pelzer, SC 29669

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Jan 19

Burial

Greenville Memorial Gardens
7784 Augusta Rd, Piedmont, SC 29673

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