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James Jay Payne
03/22/1959 — 08/02/2008
From Richland, WA, US | Born in Richland, WA
James Jay Payne
James "Jim" Payne
James "Jim" Payne, native of Richland, Washington died suddenly from a motorcycle accident on August 2, 2008. A permanent resident of the Tri-Cities, Jim left behind innumerable friends, family, and loved ones. He was 49.
Born March 22, 1959, Jim was the eldest of four sons to John and Shirilee Payne of Richland. His brothers included Mike Amy Payne of Hawaii, John Tana Payne of Richland, and Scott Carol Payne of Richland along with numerous nieces and nephews. He attended Christ the King Catholic School in his youth and graduated from Columbia High in 1977. Jim took on his first job at Perkins, serving as the main cook. A year later, he began his career with AREVA formerly Exxon/Siemens/Framatome. Jim devoted 30 years to the company, working his way up from the commercial conversion area to manager of technical support and maintenance. It was a career he took seriously and devotedly and was looking forward to marking his 30th year with the company this month.
In October of 1979, he married his wife, also his high school sweetheart, Shirley Cluck Payne. They were married for 29 wonderful years and together, have two beautiful children; Ryan Gretchen Payne of Pasco, and Amy Payne of Pasco. Jim was also a loving, doting grandfather to Ethan and Leah Payne. Papa was dearly loved!
Jim was always active, both in character and in his life. Some of his favorite activities included a boys trip to Drano Lake with his brothers, father, son, and friends. He enjoyed fishing on his jet boat, golfing, hunting, participating in a bowling league, and riding his motorcycles. Some of his most cherished accomplishments included two 300-perfect games, 4 hole-in-ones, and being an official member of the Harley Club. Of all of his hobbies, there was nothing he wasn't good at. Jim was always the first person to be there when in need. He always took care of his family first and foremost. Jim was a friend to many and beloved by many….giving those who met them a laugh or smile to remember who he was. Jim was someone you could not forget.
A celebration of his life will be held at Christ the King church in Richland, Saturday August 9th, 2008 at 1:00pm, followed by a memory ride in his honor. A reception will be held at Flat Top Park in West Richland starting at 6:00pm. The family wishes to see any and all of Jim's friends!
I have been praying for the family and will continue. God Bless
Neil Crumb
PS. Jim was a great man in my eyes.
Shirley & Family…
As others, I too was shocked to hear of Jim’s passing. Jim was a good friend and a great coworker. I’ll miss him coming down the hall saying, “Jack-Kay-y-y” as he got closer to my door. I will never forget his immense capacity for helping others whether he was busy or not. I share your sorrow and my prayers are with you. Your loss is also AREVA’s loss.
Amy, and family, I am so sad to hear about your dad. He was such a great man. Your family is in my prayers.
First of all, My sincere condolences go to out to Jim’s family. Jim was a good man and will truly be missed.
Keep on riding Brother!
Shirley our hearts go out to you. Jim was so full of life. He always emailed us twice a week with pictures of his grand babies. I did also send him pictures of ours. Jim will be missed and this just doesnt seem fair. We are thinking of you always.
Shirly, to you and your family my heart goes out to you all. I can honestly say I know what your going through…stay strong. Though we have lost touch through the years, please know I am feeling your pain and sorrow and hope in time your heart will stop breaking. We never lose our memories and that is what keeps our loved ones in our hearts forever. Sonia
Our sincere condolences and prayers go out to Jim’s family.
Terrance Shedd & Donna Brito
We know there is no words at this time to ease the pain. However we want you to know that we share your pain. That you and the whole Payne family are in our prays.
Ira & Diana Johnson
Jimbo Billy Bob you will be missed.
Shirley, Ryan, Amy our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
MY THOUGHTS & PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE PAYNE FAMILY. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH JIM FOR 30 PLUS YEARS & HE WILL DEEPLY BE MISSED. GOD BLESS YOU JIM & REST IN PEACE.
Jim will be missed very much
Leland
Dear Shirley, John and the rest of the family,
Even though numerous years have passed I think back to the days when we all played together. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May God’s love comfort The Paine family in your loss.
I still remember the Whistling Jack Lodge sunday bunch ride we took in may a few years back. It was a good time.
Jim will be missed.
I have worked with and around jim for 19 years and there will be so many things that will remind me of jim on a daily basis. My prayers go out to all of the Payne family. God Bless.
Shirley, I keep thinking Jim is just going to come around the corner at work with that big smile. Boy! I’m going to miss him. I’ll always remember camping with Jim and you at Hells Canyon and sitting up all night laughing at a tape Jim played for us. All of your family is in our prayers. May God reach out and comfort you and your family. Bill and April
I have had the pleasure of living with this wonderful man for 25 1/2 years…He is such an amazing man and he was ALWAY their to take care of us!! My life will never be the same without him. The way I am in my life is all because of him! My independence, how stubborn i am, my thoughts and beliefs are all from him! He taught me there was nothing i would ever NEED in my life but family, but could want lots…and the quote I grew up hearing day after day…”Sticks and stones will brake my bones, but words will never hurt me”. I still live that motto today! I can’t say enough nice things about you Daddy! But know I love and miss you more than you will ever know!!! RIP!! Your daughter Amy
Jim was a good person. He is missed, but will never be forgotten through the memories people have to share. I pray for Godâs comforting to Jim in Heaven and His family here on Earth.
My condolences go out to the entire Payne family and to all his friends. He will be missed. I’ve been friends with Jim since high school and have worked with him for 30 years.
Jim has always been a positive influence on my life. I have many great memories and some great stories of times we have shared.
Jim has always been a great child to his parents Jim and Shirlee. A soul mate to Shirley and a great parent to Ryan and Amy. Our granddaughters were born a day apart a time I remember well. I feel sorrow for his grandchildren they will miss his lessons. As he will miss out on the legacy he has created.
Jim has always been a great friend, inspiration and co-worker of mine. Jim’s family should be proud of this man and his legacy. We will all miss you Jim.
To the Payne Family,
I have known Jim for 15 years and always respected him as a good man and a good manager. His positive attitude and integrity were inspirational, his drive to succeed was relentless. A big loss to AREVA as well as to friends & family.
I share the sorrow of Jim’s death with the Payne family and Jim’s many friends, especially Shirley, Ryan, and Amy.
I have known Jim for more than 20 years and grieve this tragic loss. I met him first through work where he was always helpful, always respectful, and always supportive. Outside of work he was active, fun loving, and a great friend. His family life was admirable. I think he has left a huge legacy in his many friends and family.
I can’t imagine how difficult this loss will be for his family and close friends. I have faith that remembering Jim’s positive attitude towards life and others will help ease the suffering.
Jim had a positive influence on my life. He will be greatly missed and remembered warmly.
The Miller family was very sorry to hear the news. The Miller family grew up with the Payne boys. Our thoughts are with the Payne family. God bless…Steve&JoEtta, Barry, Jim Miller III and Jr.
We’re so sorry to hear of your loss. We will never forget Jim’s great smile and thoughtfulness! We both had the pleasure of working with Jim and he always brighten our day and he will be deeply missed!! Our hearts go out to all of your family and the extended family out at AREVA.
Jim was one of my first friends when my family moved to Richland in 1975. He was truley one the good guys. I remember cruising with him in his ’66 Mustang Fastback too. RIP Jim
Even though I didn’t work with Jim, I could always count on a friendly hello and smile from him. We did enjoy a story of how his brother John’s dog “Roxie” escaped one weekend and became a boarder at our house. My daugher worked in the medical facility and when Jim would come in, she truly enjoyed visiting with him. He will be missed and our thoughts are with his family.
I have so many great memories of my uncle Jim, Even thought i didn’t get to see him as much as i wanted to I loved him and my aunt shirley very much. He will be in my heart forever and will be missed very much. I love you!
Shirley and your beautiful family. We can only imagine your deep sorrow for the loss of your beloved husband, best friend, father, uncle, brother, son, grandpa. Our hearts go out to all of you and our prayers will be with you forever. Jim was extremely loved and respected here at work and I could always count on his smile to brighten my day or a teasing comment to lift my spirits. He is terribly missed out here and will be forever. God Bless you and your family Shirley. Know Ed and I will always be here if you need us and as promised last night, we WILL be in touch to reminisce and visit. In Our Hearts Always. Love Mary
Although Jim and I were not in daily communication, whenever we met he always made me feel like we were best friends……. All my love and support to the family and friends of a truly great man.
To the Payne Family,
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jim for 29 years from Exxon to AREVA. No matter what he did, he did it well…whether at work or play. As a co-worker and leader he inspired me. I share some of Jim’s passions of fishing, boating and motorcycling and was able to enjoy some time together. He will be surely be missed.
Ryan, Gretchen, and Amy:
I was very sad to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley, Ryan and Amy,
We’re so sorry to hear of your loss. We will never forget Jim’s great smile and thoughtfulness to come over to my parents whenever we were there to visit, just to say HI. You are all in our hearts and thoughts!
I have had the pleasure of knowing Jim for over 30 years. We went to high school together, We were in the same welding class. He was a great person,It’s only been in the later years that we shared a passion that many choose, and that was riding bikes. I know that even though Jim cannot be with us on any more of our rides here.I know he will be watching over us as he rides the street of gold. We will miss him but he will not be forgotten. Bob Wisler
To the Payne family:
I only knew Jim in passing way back in highschool and recently met him again this last year. You could tell in those brief meetings he was a good guy. My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Jeff
To the Payne family,
May you find peace in remembering the good times we all shared with Jim. He truly was a great human being. Jim we are going to miss your contagious smile and personality. FISH ON MY FRIEND!
Dear Payne Family,
Veda and I have enjoyed your friendship for many years. I have had the pleasure of working with Jim since he was first hired on at Exxon. I have many fond memories of his accomplishments at work and could always depend on Jim to complete any tasks, which he did in an efficient and quality manner. We spent many hours together talking about his family and work. I especially enjoyed going fishing with Jim. When I would arrive to work each day I would see his pickup in the parking lot with perhaps only one other car and I knew he was one of the first to arrive at work and many times the last to leave. His work ethic was far and above others and was an inspiration to many. He was a firm and fair manager and was well respected by all. It has been a tremendous loss not only for your family but his family at AREVA. I know that Jim is now starting a new chapter in his life and he is looking forward to new adventures and challenges.
Sincerly
John and Veda
It touched my heart when I heard the news. I have thought about my home at 1509 cottonwood many times and was so happy that a nice family like yours got it. Im so sorry. Always your friend, Walt morgan and Alice
Ryan and family, Jim will surely be missed but never forgotten in our memories. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
To the Payne Family,
I was saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. I worked on Jim’s crew for many years. Jim was a natural leader and was very dedicated to his work. Although I didn’t see as much of Jim after he went to work in Maintenance, when I did see him, he always made a point of asking how I was doing, which I appreciated.
I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley, Ryan, and Amy: My deepest sympathy on the loss of Jim. It has been my privilege to have worked with him for the past year. Whenever I had a question, he was there to help out. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim was a friend and co-worker for 23 years. The man was truly the most dedicated, hardest working person I have ever met. Jims email showed he would work late into the night or started early in the morning, he always wanted to be prepared, and was. Jimâs hard work paid off. When I started in 1985 Jim was a conversion operator. Over the next 23 years I watched as He deservingly was promoted to area lead, supervisor and manager. I miss Jim, and his smile, and all he did for those of us in Maintenace.This is great loss for the Company but an even greater loss for those that worked along side him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.Doug&Georgie Robertson
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to the family of Jim Payne I worked at Areva for two years in 94 and 95 Jim was my shift supervisor. Jim was the best he allways had a smile on his face he really seemed to enjoy the people he worked with he treated me just like I was one of the guys he made work fun When I left and went to ATG and became a supervisor I modeled my style of supervising after Jim’s style over the past few years I would run into Jim and he would allways ask how I and my family were doing. I respected Jim and I am very sad to know I will not run into him any more this world was a better place with him in it. You and your family are in my prayers take it easy Jim.
To the Payne Family,
I have so many great memories of Jim; I’ve had the pleasure of working with Jim for 21 years… Jim earned my respect as my Lead, Supervisor and as Manager. You always knew where you stood with Jim. He always was there when you needed him; with work, or even when it came to family matters. Jim you will be missed but I will never forget you.
What a legacy Jim has left! The memories that Diana and I have shared in these past few days are quite numerous. Michelle and Shane also took the news hard and have since shared their stories about Ryan, Amy, and Jim and Shirley, the favorite story is about Jim in the back seat of Dave Henrys car at the West Richland Raceway and a whole roll of firecrackers exploded next to Jim filling the car with smoke, anything for a laugh Huh?! At work, Jim was always respected, I worked side by side with him over many years and am very glad I did. Shirley, Ryan and Amy, We are very sorry for your loss. Dave & Diana Smith.
I signed on to this website to leave some kind words for the family of another friend of mine who had passed. I felt all of the wind knocked out of me to see Jim’s name and picture. Shirley, I am so sorry. I will always remember the fun and kindness you and Jim showed me as a young man. I’ll never forget Jim cranking up Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” to hear the helicopter, and when he took us four-wheelin’. He was a great guy and a generous person.
I met Jim in 1979 during my first week at Exxon Nuclear. Over the years it was always a pleasure to bump into Jim, as he always had a smile and a friendly hello. I remember the company golf and bowling league days and recall how Jim was always trying his best to excell. I think he was probably one of the best golfers I’ve ever met. I know he grew as a person over those years, from a young kid in the Conversion Dept. to a responsible manager. It was nice to see Jim succeed where so many others had failed. Jim was a true team player and a valuable asset to the company and he will be missed not just by his friends, but by his co-workers as well. Take care Jimbo, I’ll miss seeing your smiling face.
I have always thought highly of Jim. He was always very busy at work but made the time to stop and ask how things were going. He will be missed by everyone here at work. Monday was a very somber day. I am very sorry. I hope your family will be blessed and strengthed during this difficult time.
Mike Salisbury
I knew him only 5 years, but what a great guy to work with, always straight up with you. He leaves a big hole here at the plant. We have all lost.
Jimmy was my boss but he was also my friend. He will be greatly missed, by me and everyone at AREVA.
We’ve come far… you and me……I will never forget you…..You will always be my friend. Ride Free Brother
Here I am again DAD! I can’t stop thinking of the the things I have to say to you!!! We are so much alike, and unfortunately we fought and bumped heads A LOT!!! I always used to say, “don’t tell me I’m just like my dad, I’m not sure i like that idea.” However, I choose to be just like you, and Today and everyday, I AM PROUD TO BE JUST LIKE YOU! When my times comes to be with you dad, I hope that i have only HALF of the love and support show up for me that has been here for you! With all my life! Your daughter Amy
Shirley, Ryan and Amy-Jim is one of those people who you never forget because he was real-he was his own person. He cared about the people around him, his job and the area, but he loved his family.
I could always count on him when we worked together-he gave it to you straight up, but always got the job done.
Judy always identifies Jim via Ryan from the day we met in Albertson’s and he told me that his Dad was a smart guy and worked really hard. Well Ryan was right!!!
Shirley if there is anything we can do let us know.
Please know you are all in our prayers.
Bernie and Judy Bentley
My condolences for your family’s loss. Jim was a great Boss to work for and I learned alot from him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Steve Till & Family.
To the Payne Family:
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Jim touched many lives, including mine. Many memorable moments have flooded my mind this week as I have reflected on Jim’s legacy. Jim’s cheerful smile and respect for others truly made him loved by many. God Bless.
My Condolences Shirley and Family. Jim will be truely missed. I can still hear him say did you Ride Today… Sure did Jim!. Ride-On my Friend.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Payne family. Jim was a very dedicated, respected, quality individual. Thanks for everything Jim!
Stephanie & Aaron Pedersen
Can’t believe it. Jim was such a great guy. Shirley, what a relief that you are OK. Had alot of fun with Jim in the Pro-Ams. He was an excellent golfer and friend. God Bless you and the kids.
Shirley: My most sincere condolences. Jim and I have worked together here at the plant for the past 17 years that I have been here. We are the same age, we both traded hunting, motorcycle and related war stories. Both in his Conversion job and now as the craft and Maint. Supervisor we had a lot of interaction. He was professional, creative, and truly a pleasure to know and to work with. And he was colorful at the right times. We had a lot of together time, and he walked by my office most every day. Always a smile, always cheerful, always happy, always an encouraging word, even on a tough day. We have an informal tradition at the morning stand up production meeting of wearing a casual brightly colored Hawaiian style shirt on Fridays. Each Friday, at the end of the meeting, we pick a winner. Jim probably won that contest on more Fridays than any other single person. I would like to see that entire shirt collection. One week earlier this year I had a pretty good shirt as well, and the group of us had to vote to pick between the 2 of us. Even the voting was a tie!!! So we decided that whichever shirt came from the farthest would win. Jims was from Hawaii, mine was from Fiji. So I won that day â and as always, Jim was a good sport and congratulatory.
I will miss Jim. Itâs too bad he had to leave us so soon. But I know I will have the opportunity to meet up with and interact with Jim again. My faith in the immortality of the human spirit and the eventual resurrection of us all is strong, and that is what helps me go on at a difficult time like this.
My best regards.
Michael Scrimsher
Our condolences go out to the entire Payne Family. I have worked with Jim for over 26 years and will miss him. Jim was like a brother to me. I enjoyed talking to him nearly every day and respected him very much.
I consider Jim a very close friend, and am still shocked! Every memory I have of him is positive; from golfing, fishing, boating, attitude adjustments, including at work. He will definitely be missed! I want to extend my deepest condolences to Shirley, Ryan and Amy and the rest of the family. My thoughts are with you. He was not just a good man, he was a GREAT person!!!
Ryan and family, Jim will surely be missed but never forgotten, Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
It touched my heart when I heard the news. I have thought about my home at 1509 cottonwood many times and was so happy that a nice family like yours got it.
I have know Jim ever since he started to work at AREVA and over the years we became friends. In all those years we have shared many memories and lots of laughs. That was one thing you could always count on of Jim no matter the situation he would always find a way to bring a smile to you. I will truely miss our friendship and the times we would of had. Our prays go out to the Payne Family. Love Jaime & Sylvia.
“Wazhuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuup?” …I will miss that, and so many other things…Jim sharing pictures of his grandbabies on his palm-pilot he loves them so dearly. So proud of his kids Amy, Ryan and Gretchen. And always excited to spend time with his wife. The day before that fateful trip he commented to me that he couldn’t wait to get out of here work and hit the road with ‘the ol lady’. He was always like that in the last 18 years of working with him.
So it’s sad that he’s left us unexpectedly; things will be different definitely. We can be thankful for the memorable times and having been impacted by someone so dynamic and full of life. He lived strongly. A lesson I’ll take away.
May your love for each other comfort you and Jim’s strength of character carry you forward into accepting this new unwelcome reality.
Loving thoughts, Lara
So many fun memories we have had with Jim & Shirley on our bike trips. Jim always made us smile and we will miss him greatly. We are so very sorry and there are no words to ease this pain, but we will always remember you Jim. Shirley, you and your family are in our thoughts & prayers.
Dear Shirley,
There are no words that can tell you how my heart aches for you and your family during this time.
There are no answers to the questions we want answers to.
There is no measure to the grief that you are experiencing, and try as we may as friends, we are not able to take the pain away and make it right as any of us would do for you in a heartbeat.
But you are in my prayers often…
I think of a beautiful phrase that my family received when we lost my dad years ago…it goes like this…
“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.”
I know that you have memories enough to fill Fort Knox!
I promise to call you soon…I am here for you if you need anything at all.
God’s peace to you all during this difficult time.
Julie Speck
to the payne family, our hearts and prayers go out to you,i have known and worked with jim for 9 years,my wife ,through country gentleman ,areva cafe, has known jim for several years also..we were saddened by the news..we will both miss our friend and co-worker,,,michael and dawn whitlow
To the Payne Family,
Since I have been here in Richland, Jim was one of the best people I had to opportunity to know. His constant positive attitude and professionalism had a great impact on me and everyone who knew him. I and everyone who came into contact with him, will truly miss him.
Shirley and Family,
My heart goes out to you. I had the great pleasure to know Jim for five years, and in that time he made a lifetime impact on me. His personality, family devotion, work ethic, and care for others was exemplary. Truely and simply an icon in his family, the community and here at Areva. He cannot be replaced, but we will try to model his behavior.
our thoughts and prayers have been going out to the family for the loss of a very very good man in fact a winner in my book. a go getter in life and lived it to the fullest. doing everything with exellence. his sence of houmor made it fun. i thank god for knowing jim and hope to see him again one day.
Uncle Jack and Aunt Shirlee
I am so sorry about Jim. You raised a great son, one you can be very proud of. You are in both my thoughts and prayers. I hope to be able to make in over on Saturday. I love you, your neice Karen
Shirley:
I am so very sorry. Jim was such a wonderful guy and the two of you had such a great love. I have been thinking of you and of so many memories of Jim. Hard to believe I used to babysit him! He was always such a great guy, even when he was young. Him catching me smoking, giving me an endless hard time about dating the kid down the street, and giving me a hard time about everything in general. With his smile and twinkle in his eyes. I will miss him. I hope I can be there on Saturday to give you a hug. I wish you two had made it to the coast to see our motel, he had said he had wanted to. If you need a place to recoup, it is here for you. I love you. Your cousin, Karen
Shirley- Marty & I have had you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. God works in mysterious ways. We’ll continue to pray for peace for you all. Sincerely, JC
To the entire Payne Family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Jim’s accident. We pray that your family can feel Gods peace through this time.
Shirley, Ryan and Amy,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you face the coming days and months.
Sincerely,
Bob, LeAnne, Ryan, Tim and Bobby Johnson
May God ease your loss at a time like this.I worked as a contractor at Areva and Jim has always been a good man to me.We are the same age and I think we must have played sports against each other when Jim went to Christ The King school and I went to St Patricks school. God Bless, Scott Leiby Magnum Electric
Shirley, Ryan, Amy, I am so sorry; you have my heartfelt sympathy. I have known/worked with Jim for over 25 years. There are not a lot of people that you know right away that you can trust completely, but Jim was one of them.
His dedication and good will for work and family was always genuine and transparent and affected those around him positively. We will all miss him.
Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Shirley, Ryan & Amy and the entire family are in our thoughts. Jim’s passing had as large an effect as I’ve ever seen here at Areva. Having traveled through life the last 35 years with Jim & Shirley through school, graduation, and 30 years of employment with Jim at the same company, there’s just to many name changes to mention here! Jim was a talented co-worker, Supervisor, and Manager. But first and foremost, a close friend.
Your tragic loss is also a loss for anyone who had ever met Jim.
Once again, our thoughts are with you always.
To Shirley, Ryan and Amy:
I knew your dad many years…I worked with him at Siemens. I was in Maintenance when he was in Conversion Area. I retired in 1995 and I heard that he moved in to be Maintenance Manager which I thought was great. I bowled with him for many years in the same league; our team Mac Attack and his team Eagle Printing were in hot competition every year.
I also had the honor of sponsoring Ryan through CBC golf team. I played golf many times with Jim in our company league.
I’m so sorry to hear about his accident. My heart is with all of you during your time of grief.
Ron
As with everyone, Cathy and I were heartbroken when we heard the news. We spent the last few days telling each other âJim storiesâ. Jim was positive; he brought the most out in people that he was around, his humor and energy were infectious and his love for his family was always apparent. Jim and I worked tightly together as a team. He helped keep work âa little more funâ. Most importantly, he very subtly kept me on track when I was about to do something really, really stupid. His work sense, perspective and advice were rock solid.
He will be missed but he will be remembered. He impacted both our lives tremendously and we are better people for it.
Our prayers go out to your family and all of the people who dearly loved him.
When I moved to Richland in 1976 Jim was one of the first people to befriend me. His laughter and humor still remain a fond memory over 30 years later. Jim was kind and generous to all. I am shocked and saddened by his passing.
Dear Shirley and Family,
I was totally shocked to hear of Jim’s passing. He was tireless worker and a trusted friend. I will truly miss him!
I hope that you can feel peace and comfort at this time of loss. May your faith in Christ and the reality of the resurrection lift your thoughts, hopes and love.
God Bless you all!
Sincerely,
Karl Schull
To the Payne Family,
Jim was a great friend and long time co-worker. I was on a bowling team with Jim in the 80’s and recently the Areva company golf league. Jim was always fun and full of jokes and good spirits. I wish your family the best in this difficult time.
Dear Shirley and Family,
I am deeply saddened, with you all, at Jim’s passing. Having worked with Jim for over 15 years I saw a drive and dedication to the job rarely matched, and he pursued all of his other passions in life, family and hobbies with equal passion. I know I am a better person for having known Jim and for working closely with him.
He and I talked together mostly late in the day. I will truly miss his calls, and having him pop his head into my office, and those bright hawaiian shirts! I’ve always respected him as a professional and as a person, and he challenged me many times and I am better for it.
I know God is deeply saddened by your loss too, and am praying for help, comfort, and peace from above for you all.
With heartfelt condolences,
Rich Kimura
Well dad I have been thinking so long what I have wanted to say and all I come up with is thank you! You are such an insperation to me and so many people. I hope I can have half of the life you had. even though it was way to short Not a day goes by when I don’t think of all the great times we shared. From golfing barefoot at Sham to going up the river to fish. I miss you more and more every day. I love you!
Dear Payne Family,
I am so sorry, sigh…you guys are all in my prayers. I had just begun an army exercise in the field that weekend and couldn’t return until now. Uncle Jim was a good guy, and I still remember the good pina coloda’s he gave me the last time I was in WA. He always had a fun attitude, and will be missed. You all take care, and let me know if you need anything. Lord’s blessings…
My crazy, fun, loving Uncle Jim. We miss you so much. I think about all the family events and holidays that will come and how different it will be without you. I know you will be there watching over us. I have also thought about all the wonderful memories. You were always the life of the party. You always made me laugh especially when I heard you laugh, which i believe you have passed that on to your daughter! I will miss you and always remember my uncle Jim.
Love your niece, Danica Payne
From the time I met Jim over 6 years ago he has always been a supporter with the highest integrity and accountability. He has been a model of a leader both professionally and for a family. The loss is significant and will be remembered.
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