Gerald V. Payne, 82, machinist loved the outdoors
July 18, 2024
Gerald V. Payne of Pawleys Island died Monday at his home. He was 82.
He was born Oct. 3, 1941, in Andrews, the son of Leonard and Vincent Payne.
Mr. Payne was a machinist who worked for International Paper Co., Westvaco, Andrews Metal Works and the railroad during his career. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, golfer and nature lover. He enjoyed a friendly game of pool with his friends.
He is survived by his wife, Pennie Hinson Lambert Payne; his sons; Vince Payne (Debbie), Geoffrey Payne (Joye) and Danny Payne (Linda); his stepson; Bert Lambert (Dawn); his grandchildren, Tori Payne, Sarah Payne, Haleigh P. Rimmer (Reed), Noah Payne, Taylor Payne, Jordan Payne, Albert Glen Lambert (Breeyanna) and Hailey L. Gray (Dylan); and three great-grandchildren.
His brother, Phifer Payne, and his sister, Alicia P. Graham, died before him.
A memorial service will be held July 20 at 11 a.m. in the Andrews Chapel of Mayer-Ethridge Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors one hour before the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Crescent Hospice at hospicesc.com.
Condolences may be sent at mayerfuneralhome.com.
