"I am so very sorry. I have so many memories"
In loving memory of
Lynn Payne
September 1, 1943 - February 19, 2019
WESLACO - Lynn Louise Payne, 75, passed away on Tuesday, February 19th, 2019. She was born on September 1, 1943, to EJ and Margery Payne in Harlingen, TX. Lynn grew up in Weslaco with her two brothers Bud and Jimmy. A lovely, intelligent woman, Lynn excelled in school and graduated from Weslaco High School. Lynn went on to earn her Bachelor's degree at Southern Methodist University and her Master's degree at the University of Texas in Austin.
Lynn was a teacher while living in Arizona, before returning home to work for the family business. Lynn will always be remembered for her sweet and sassy personality, as well as her love of a good drink and great company. Generous and kind, Lynn loved to have a good time and enjoyed listening to music. She was a storyteller, and it was always entertaining listening to her. Family was important to her, and she always cherished her time with her loved ones. She loved animals and always had a few pets in the house. Lynn spoiled her two cats, Chip and Snookie, and they will surely mourn her loss.
Lynn is preceded in death by her parents, EJ and Margery Payne and son, Christopher Payne. She is survived by her son, Mark Payne (Deedre) of Weslaco, brothers, Bud Payne (Marlee) of Weslaco, Jimmy Payne of Weslaco, nephew, Austin Payne of Weslaco, and niece, Crystal Hughes (Scott), and her beloved cats, Chip and Snookie.
Visitation will be Thursday, February 21st, from 5:30-7:30 at McCaleb Funeral Home Chapel, family present from 6-7pm.
Donations in her honor may be made to the Grace Episcopal Church, 701 S Missouri Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596.
Tributes
"My deepest sympathies to all the Payne family. It has been many years since I had seen Lynn, but remember as being a beautiful, smart, fun and loving friend.. Rest in pease, Lynn. GayNell Mauldin Juenke"
"I had the great pleasure of knowing Lynn while working with her at Weslaco Motors. She was always so kind and loved people. She had a gentle, thoughtful spirit. May God bless each of her family with comfort. David Davis"
"I so admired Lynn in High School and always thought she was such a kind and beautiful person. My heart goes out to her family for their loss. Her untimely demise is sad and my prayer is that her family can find peace in their memories of who she was. Jane Herring Hall"
"My deepest sympathy to Mark, Bud, Jimmy and the rest of the family at this sad time of loss. Lynn was definitely one of a kind and one of my dearest friends through high school and college. Though we have not in close touch for the last several years, I have wonderful memories of the close friendship we shared. She was brilliant, joyful, kind, and loving. She was a very special life-long friend, and I loved her very much. May God?s peace and comfort fill your hearts at this time. "
"Lynn was one of my best friends in high school. We attended SMU as well. How shocking to lose her. I am so glad I knew and loved her. I will miss you, Lynn. Catherine (Katie) Smith (Welch)"
"My sincere condolences to the Payne family. May the beautiful memories of Lynn always be for blessings to her dear family"
"Lynn was a special gal. I remember her as Miss. WHS.!!! It was fun that I was elected as Mr. WHS at the same time! We graduated together! I remember fun times in high school, but unfortunately I have only seen Lynn a few times over the last 57 years! She for sure had one of the best families I've have ever known in Weslaco.! "
"I have sweet memories of Lynn, her mother Marge was my client for many years, and so was Lynn...she was nice and intelligent, often we sat and drank coffee (she loved Irish cream in her coffee) while she shared stories of her high school years, may she RIP."
"Our condolences to Mark Payne and the Payne family. I had the pleasure of meeting her while doing some work on her home. Her son, Mark Payne, made sure she had everything she needed and that she was comfortable. Lovely lady, our prayers for the healing formthenPayne family??"