James Edward Payne, Jr. Obituary in Indianapolis at Payne Funeral Home

Obituary For James Edward Payne, Jr.

James Edward Payne, Jr., was born December 23, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to the late James Edward Payne, Sr., and Dorothy V. Payne-Colbert.

Jame (JR.), as he was affectionately called by family, was educated in the Indianapolis Public Schools, graduating from Shortridge High School.

James professed his faith in Jesus Christ at an early age. He was baptized at Christ Emmanuel Missionary Baptist Church by his late uncle, Pastor George M. Love. He later joined Friendship Missionary Baptist Church with his wife. James would often quote scripture, and his favorites were Psalm 23:4-6, John 14:27, and I John 2:15.

James married Darnette "Kaye" Calhoun on October 24, 2003. James and Darnette loved to host family gatherings. They would often travel to Tennessee and Michigan to visit with family. James was a loving husband, father, and good friend.

James worked for Carrier for almost 30 years as a Fabrication Technician. James took pride in his work and there was not one job that he could not do sitting down. James enjoyed working with his hands and taking on home improvement projects for his family and friends.

James loved his motorcycles, and he was a long-time member of the "Dogg Pound Motorcycle Club" (Indianapolis Chapter).

James departed this life on August 30th at 10:00 PM, surrounded by his loving wife and two sons. James was preceded in death by his father, James E. Payne, Sr., mother, Dorothy V. Payne-Colbert, stepfather, Charles Colbert, son, Jamar Payne, and sister, Patricia A. Payne. James leaves to cherish in his memory: his wife, Darnette Payne; two sons, Jason Payne and Joshua Payne; three stepchildren, Rumond Calhoun, Derrick Calhoun, and Termera (Alsum); sister, Denise Payne; brother, Kem E. Colbert; mother and father-in-law; three sisters-in-law; 22 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

I John 2:15- King James Version (KJV 1900) 15 Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If ay man love the world, the love of the father is not in him.

John 14:27 27 "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give unto you, not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."

Psalm 23:4-6------- 21st Century King James Version 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies; Thou anointed my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

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