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David Payne Obituary
Always gently ministering to those around him, he was a member of Collierville First Baptist Church. His knowledge about the Bible was deep and his insight was wise.
He was born in Rome, Ga. in 1962 and grew up in Southaven, Miss. Bruce graduated from Mid-South Bible College, then Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary. He was admired by his many colleagues, working 34 years at FedEx. He enjoyed traveling, playing games, and - most of all - spending time with his family.
Bruce's faith permeated every aspect of his life; he put love above all. His legacy is his faithful love of God, love of family, love of neighbor.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years, Chantel Payne; their sons David (Anna) Payne and Daniel Payne; his parents, Shelvia and Jerry Payne; and his brother, Donny Payne.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 13 at Collierville First Baptist Church (830 New Byhalia Road, Collierville, Tenn.). Funeral services will also be held at Collierville First Baptist Church on Friday, Jan. 14 at 11 a.m., with Dr. Chuck Herring officiating. The burial service will follow at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens (3700 North Germantown Road, Bartlett, Tenn.).
If you prefer to make a donation, in lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to The Gideons International or Memphis Union Mission.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.MemphisFuneralGermantownParkway.com for the Payne family.
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TYRONE LEE SWIFT SR.
January 12, 2022
Wow! I'm very stunned right now with the passing of such a wonderful longtime friend; Bruce Payne. I have so many, many awesome memories of my friendship with Bruce from a church, workplace, and personal standpoint that I'll share later. I give my prayers, and condolences to Chantel, and children (family) at this time. God's comfort and family/friend support will help see your through this difficult time.
T McDonald
January 11, 2022
Keeping your entire family uplifted in prayer during this most difficult time, you'll truly be missed by your FedEx Family
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