Some of my fondest memories of Mr. Payne took place at their cabin. Lots of fun times there over the years!
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Happy heavenly birthday today to Mr. Payne! It is nice to mark the anniversary of his birth, which was such a blessing to the world! Tonight I will toast you with Chardonnay!
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We loved Uncle John and will miss him immensely. Candance and Kim, we and our prayers are with you.
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2010, Disney world, Orlando FL, Epcot Resorts Boulevard, Orlando, FL, USA
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Peter Lucky
Disney world, Orlando FL, Epcot Resorts Boulevard, Orlando, FL, USA
I have so many wonderful memories with Papa, and I know I will keep all of them very close to my heart. One of my favorite memories with him was back in 2nd grade The whole family went to Disney World for Halloween. I dressed up as Indiana Jones and Papa dressed up as Kid with his rainbow propellor hat and rainbow suspenders I loved his costume I thought it was awesome. The whole day we rode all the rides together and had a great time. At Hollywood Studios, the whole family wanted to go on the tower of terror and Rock'n'Rollercoaster and I wasn't big enough to go so Papa stayed behind with me as the rest of the family went. I remember being very upset since I couldn't ride with everyone but Papa cheered me up and helped me enjoy the whole trip. Every single family trip with Papa has been all of my favorites, He was so charismatic and enthusiastic it made everything about the trip so much more exciting and Enjoyable. I love and miss you Papa.
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John was such a great neighbor and wine drinking buddy. We enjoyed the years you were our neighbors and our spontaneous hanging out. Also loved the cabin in the mountains! We miss you John...
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So so sorry Candace for losing John. I had a working relationship with John and then became good friends. I learned a lot from John especially his work ethic. We shared a house in Dallas for Lon Smith roofing in 94. A big Hale storm hit and we we’re very busy for 9 months. So John always got up early and out the door before I got up. So one day I am going to beat him. So I set the alarm at 5AM. That should do it. So I get up thinking John was still a sleep. There was John sitting and having breakfast. We miss u buddy. Many happy memories.
Rick and Deborah Kershaw
Denver Co
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John was a pistol like us and I really wanted to play golf with him. Our donation represents his "dare to be different" attitude and he always had 101 ideas which made him a blast to be with especially with libations. He left us with indelible good impressions and we will miss our Xmas eve sessions for sure. Best to Candy and Kim. -- Stricklands
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What a very special man, with a zest for life and a contagious optimism. We will miss him in our neighborhood but know that his memory will be sweet.
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Candace you know my Deepest sympathy for you and your Beautiful family at this sad time. John was an icon to all w h o knew him. He was always wanting to help everyone. I remember him with his Beautiful smile saying what can I get you?? He bravely handled his illness with as much grace as one would expect. We will all miss him dearly. We are here for you Candace and we will continue to pray for your strength during this sad times. We willv continue to toast you John . God B l ess you until we meet again.
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My favorite thought about Mr. Payne is perhaps a selfish one — the incredible daughter he raised — a woman of uncompromising values; love and concern for all; a zest for life and fun; loyalty to loved ones and community; honesty, integrity and a sense of adventure. Those things come from one’s parents — And so, Mr. Payne, in heaven, I thank God for the daughter with whom you and Mrs. Payne have greatly blessed us, her friends. Mrs. Payne, we greatly thank you for raising a daughter of great faith. You and Kim have modeled devotion for all of us, and we all learn so much from that. When you next come to visit the northeast, I hope and trust that we can break bread together and raise a glass to memories, and to new memories. My heart is with you at this time.
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Dear Candance,
without question, John Payne will be missed by everyone who knew him. Gail and I moved into the house next to you and John in SunCity as renters. Within a day or so, John rang the bell to introduce himself. He went through all the obligatory introductions and questions. The he said, "have you ever replaced a toilet?" Well, John and I went to work on replacing the toilet. We put in the new toilet, but as John would do, it had to be right. He sat on the toilet several times to be certain it did not wiggle and was level. Of course, during the time of this work, we both laughed a great deal.
Regardless of what we were playing, John and I never beat the ladies. He would say, next time we are going to get them. John was a good man and so very proud of his family. As stated in his obituary, John was a salesman and a salesman he was. I think John could sale ice cubes to an Eskimo. He was fun to watch do his magic.
If you had the pleasure for John to be your friend, he was your friend for life. If you needed something, if he had it, it was yours. If he did not have it, he would help you get it. His laughter and smile were infectious. " Do not cry because it is over, SMILE because it Happened." Dr. Seuss
John, we SMILE because you were our friend.
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Heart felt condolences to you all. Mr Payne and Robert are now reunited. They will both continue to be in my prayers. A friend from the WAC, Seattle. God bless you all.
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Dear Candace, Kim and David,
We are so sorry for your tremendous loss. We know Bob was an amazing and truly loving husband, father and grandfather..our prayers and love to you all.
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Dear Candace and the Lucky family:
We have known John and Candace for almost 50 years! It is with gratitude and sadness that we put together our memories of John. We have reminisced over the past weeks of all we shared.
We will always remember how much John loved his family, his work and his leisure time-he embraced them equally. John was enthusiastic about his kids, loved Candace unconditionally, and pulled friends together.
We shared holiday meals, life celebrations, traveling and visiting each other’s homes. He taught our kids how to do back flips on the trampoline and do a racing dive on swim team! John had definite food favorites: raspberries, bread, Candace’s potato salad, and Chardonnay.
We traveled to see John and Candace last April at their home in Bluffton. As we drove away, we wondered if we would ever see John again and sadly we will not. We are grateful that we shared that final time and had one last laugh, hug and memory.
Dee and Doug
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I am so grateful for my Papa and the memories of him I will always cherish. He was such a special person, always sparking light and laughter in everyone he met. Growing up, I always looked forward to spending my summers in Colorado with my Nana and Papa. From hiking and reading old Archie comic books at the cabin, eating tomato and butter pasta, and searching for the best pool in town - those summers were some of my favorite memories of my childhood. Papa was always a bit of a kid at heart, which made him such a wonderful grandpa. We had amazing trips to Disney World, painted easter eggs together, and played so many card games. When I got older, we would have a glass of white together while we chatted at wine time. I am going to miss him so so much. Papa taught me a lot over the years and I've always admired him in so many different ways. He was the most charismatic man with such a positive outlook on life. He always wanted the best for me. I will always miss him, I love you Papa.
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Though I only met John a few times I found him to be a sweet man ...RIP my heart felt condolences to his family
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Papa was full of passion and love, and I will miss him so much. Most of all I will miss his charisma and attitude toward life, his crazy stories, his honesty and authenticity, his bright spirit and unconditional love and support. I will also miss learning from him. I will miss going on walks up at the cabin, playing an energetic game of shut the box, or eating bologna and white bread sandwiches with pickles and chips on the side next to him. I will miss the way he made myself and others feel heard, and valued when talking to him. I’ve always admired the way he would so easily create relationships and develop personal connections with so many people at any given moment. He was also great at maintaining great lasting relationships that he nurtured for years and it will forever inspire me to do the same. He was a very special grandpa and I’m so grateful for all the amazing memories we had together. He always made me laugh and pushed me to be my best self, and I will love and miss him always.
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Candace and Family, there is no doubt that we have lost one of the good ones! You are all in our hearts as you learn to live in a world without sweet and generous John in it. ❤️
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I will never forget how passionate John was, and how he was always trying to help others succeed. He was a joy to be around, to share a meal with, and loved life and the people in his. We lost a good kind soul and I will always remember John when I see the boy scout belt we framed and put in my office. You will always be remembered.
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Candace and family - You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. I met John on the tennis court and his smile was truly infectious. He was so much fun to play with and so very proud of the love of his life when he came to watch our team play. He would always point you out and tell us, "That's my wife!" as he beamed proudly. Such a dear sweet man will be missed by all who knew him. Cherish those beautiful memories and remember his spirit is forever with you!
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