Willie Byrd Payne (1931 – 2022)

Willie Byrd Payne, 90, of Flint Hill, Virginia passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022, at Fauquier Hospital.

Willie was born on June 16, 1931, in Rappahannock County, Virginia to the late Allie Ashby and Stella Presgraves Payne. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Martha Garner Payne; grandson, Brian Payne; three brothers and five sisters.

Surviving Willie is his sons, Steve Payne, Robert Payne (Patti), and Jerry Payne (Mary); four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers and one sister.

Willie served in the United States Marine Corps and later retired from Arlington County Public Schools.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 4, 2022, at 3 PM at Flint Hill Cemetery with Sammy Campbell officiating.