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Donald E. Payne
January 31, 1942 ~ August 9, 2017 (age 75) 75 Years Old Light a Candle
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A candle was lit by Chris Salyers
on February 15, 2022 12:43 AM
A candle was lit by Chris Salyers
on February 15, 2022 12:38 AM
Message from Becky Bolner West
August 15, 2017 1:59 AM
So many memories! Don and my cousin David Smith went to school together and then on to college with another family member- Jim Andy Caudill. I played 1st chair trombone and had Don as my band director at Paul Blazer. I graduated in 1975, but kept up with him through his sister, Carolyn, and her son, Tony. Don Payne was a kind and funny, music-loving man. It was an honor to have known him and share time with him. Rest high on that mountain, my friend! Your time here - well done!!!!
Message from Betty Burns See
August 13, 2017 9:44 PM
Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss and pray for God's comfort in the coming days.
Message from Abby Thomas
August 13, 2017 2:45 PM
Mr. Payne was amazing, and his influence will last on through his family, many friends and students. He made me believe in myself, and I still use his lessons with my own children. Thank you Mr. Payne, for everything you did for me. I truly loved you like family, and will always continue to do so.
A candle was lit by Abby (Wade) Thomas
on August 13, 2017 2:43 PM
A candle was lit by Angie Hensley
on August 13, 2017 10:07 AM
A candle was lit by J.Scott Auterino
on August 12, 2017 11:00 PM
Message from J.Scott Auterino
August 12, 2017 10:59 PM
Mr . Payne was my band teacher at Summit Jr. High, and he also helped with the Boyd Co. marching band . He was a great teacher , and a great trumpet player . He will be missed .
A candle was lit by Virgil Layne
on August 12, 2017 9:02 PM
Don was a super music educator at Paul Blazer. A gentleman with personal maturity and patience of a saint. He gave 100% to educate us and helped change our music culture from an "athletic competition" to what it should have been, an appreciation of music for music's sake. Underappreciated at the time I'm sure by many of us, but in retrospect I appreciate my time under him more than any leader in high school AND college. Just never got a chance to tell him. Thanks, Don!
Don was a super music educator at Paul Blazer. A gentleman with personal maturity and patience of a saint. He gave 100% to educate us and helped change our music culture from an "athletic competition" to what it should have been, an appreciation of music for music's sake. Underappreciated at the time I'm sure by many of us, but in retrospect I appreciate my time under him more than any leader in high school AND college. Just never got a chance to tell him. Thanks, Don!
Message from Linda Donaldson
August 12, 2017 2:00 PM
I hadn't known Don very long; 2-3 years? But he was a bundle of fun. I felt privileged when he gave me one of his CD's. As music librarian for the PWS, he would turn in his music to me in alphabetic order, nicely bundled up. He made sure he pointed that out to me, and I got a kick out of it, though I had to undo that to mix it in with the rest of everyone else's. I'm glad I got to know him as long as I did. He enriched my life. As the old joke goes; may he decompose in peace and joy.
Message from Paula Cordle Visconti
August 12, 2017 10:48 AM
Mr Payne was my band director at Coles Jr High. He was a wonderful caring man who not only taught us music but taught us life lessons. I will never forget him. He was a wonderful man!!
A candle was lit by Jim and Gail Blevins
on August 11, 2017 10:01 PM
Message from Brooke Hensley
August 11, 2017 6:33 PM
Mr. Payne was a wonderful band director. I had him during my middle school and high school years. I could not have asked for a better person to teach me about music. I am so thankful for all that he did for me and the things that he taught me.
A candle was lit by Emilie Hood
on August 11, 2017 12:57 PM
A candle was lit by Emilie Hood
on August 11, 2017 12:57 PM
A candle was lit by Alanna McCarty (Hartley) BCHS, Class of '97
on August 11, 2017 9:36 AM
So sorry to hear of your loss, and will continue to keep Mr. Payne's family in my prayers. He was an amazing man, a brilliant musician, favorite teacher, mentor, friend, and father figure, to so many over the generations...including myself. He was truly loved, and will truly be missed, but never forgotten. ππΊπΆπ
So sorry to hear of your loss, and will continue to keep Mr. Payne's family in my prayers. He was an amazing man, a brilliant musician, favorite teacher, mentor, friend, and father figure, to so many over the generations...including myself. He was truly loved, and will truly be missed, but never forgotten. ππΊπΆπ
A candle was lit by Alanna McCarty (Hartley), BCHS Class of '97.
on August 11, 2017 9:20 AM
A candle was lit by Timm Maynard
on August 11, 2017 12:46 AM
Don was a wonderful mentor, teacher, and all around wonderful human being. His "ripple" will be neverending, the young musicians he inspired (including me) pass his knowledge to new generations. Don and I connected when I was home on leave and because of him I accepted a collateral duty as a band "leader" for one of my duty stations. An inspiration, one of the true music makers we should all aspire to emulate.
Don was a wonderful mentor, teacher, and all around wonderful human being. His "ripple" will be neverending, the young musicians he inspired (including me) pass his knowledge to new generations. Don and I connected when I was home on leave and because of him I accepted a collateral duty as a band "leader" for one of my duty stations. An inspiration, one of the true music makers we should all aspire to emulate.
A candle was lit by Rachel Fryer Shelton and family
on August 10, 2017 11:55 PM
A candle was lit by Dennis & Judy Jackson
on August 10, 2017 7:08 PM
A candle was lit by Philip Shepherd
on August 10, 2017 7:01 PM
Message from Carolyn Auterino
August 10, 2017 6:18 PM
Don was a wonderful music teacher to both my sons. He will be missed. He left his love of music marked on a lot of hearts. See you on the other side my friend. God Speed to his wife and son.
A candle was lit by Brooke Hensley
on August 10, 2017 4:37 PM
Message from Sara Birch Boyd
August 10, 2017 4:27 PM
Sharon and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Don was my student band director in high school and in later years we played in various musical groups together. Don will be missed by the many people he touched.
A candle was lit by Sara Birch Boyd and C.J. Birch III
on August 10, 2017 4:25 PM
A candle was lit by Julia & Bob Stansberry
on August 10, 2017 9:49 AM
A candle was lit by Charlie Payne Brother
on August 9, 2017 4:23 PM
Message from Charlie Payne Brother
August 9, 2017 4:22 PM
Dear Brother I Know your Resting in Peace I Love You And you will be Missed.
Message from Jill Payne-Wiitanen
August 14, 2017 1:45 PM
Dear Sharon, and all my Family members
I am sorry for your loss. Although I have not seen Donnie in many years since the passing of his brother/my Father Richard(Dick), I will miss him dearly in my heart. The memories I have of him are that of a very kind, humorous, and talented person. My Father and Mother loved him very much. He was a blessing to many and I am so happy people came to this site to share the joys he brought to their lives , too. We all know that losing someone we love dearly makes life difficult in many ways, but I hope you will all stay close, strong, and help each other through. God Bless
I am sorry for your loss. Although I have not seen Donnie in many years since the passing of his brother/my Father Richard(Dick), I will miss him dearly in my heart. The memories I have of him are that of a very kind, humorous, and talented person. My Father and Mother loved him very much. He was a blessing to many and I am so happy people came to this site to share the joys he brought to their lives , too. We all know that losing someone we love dearly makes life difficult in many ways, but I hope you will all stay close, strong, and help each other through. God Bless
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