Carolyn Jenell Payton Obituary

We announce the death of Carolyn Jenell Payton of Decatur, Tennessee, who passed away on September 18, 2026, at the age of 72. Carolyn will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. 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 Carolyn Jenell Payton to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ellen Nix and Jerry Robert Nix; her husband William Jerry Payton; her son William Jerry Payton Jr.; her grandson Noah Robert Payton; and her siblings, Anthony Nix, Freida Hopkins and Janice Nix.

She is survived by: her children, Terry Robert Payton (Shannon) and Jeriann Cramer (Jason); her grandchildren, Cody (Katie), Destiny (Corey), Emma (Garrett) and Gabe; her great grandchildren, Andi, Levi, Jax, Everleigh and Jay; and her siblings, Joann (Buddy), Darlene, Ricky (Judy), Randy (Joann) and Troy.

Visitation was held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Companion Funeral Home.