Deepest Sympathies to Cathy and the family. Chris was a "big" character. One whom I never saw without a bigger smile. He loved his wife and he loved his horses! It was not only my pleasure to judge him and his team at shows. It was a greater pleasere that he considered me a friend and an extension of his family. I'll miss you buddy.

I must concur with the obituary  as Chris was a gentle giant..That was a true statement..he had such a joyful personality and kept that great smile spreading to others.  My deepest condolences to all the family  in the loss of their son, father, uncle, grandpaw but most of all THEIR FRIEND..Rest in Peace Chris..Fly High..

I had the privilege of working with Chris for the past few years at Mammoth Coal. He was an outstanding person and truly one of a kind. He will be missed.

I’d only ever met Chris once. He seemed so very cheerful and kind. He shined with such a soulful light and had a wonderful personality. It was a privilege for me to know and work with him.

I'm soo sorry for your loss. Chris was one of Cramer's best employees and was the best supervisor that I've ever had. He will be sadly missed.

As I have known Chris 30 years beginning as a 41st WVSP cadet class mate. I remember doing the Hokie Pokie with him in the hall way during inspections and getting busted!  Chris was a great trooper, friend and State Police family member. 

Working with Chris at Cramer Security there was never ever a dull moment with him around; always doing an imitation of someone or something making us all bust out in laughter.  He was definitely comic relief in stressful moments. He will be missed by everyone he “touched” lol.  May everyone raise his family in prayer and ask God to lay his consoling hands upon them.  I will miss you here on earth Chris but will see you in heaven!

I am so very sorry for your loss. Chris will be missed so much and by so many.  Sending you hugs and prayers to carry you through the days ahead. 

Lisa Carter

So sad to hear about Chris’ passing. I was a classmate in the 41st and Chris was always that guy that was doing something to make the day go a little better or at times a little longer. Prayers to his family and friends.

Only meet Chris a couple times while working for Kramer security.Such a great man always smiling and laughing He sure will be missed

As an Academy Classmate of Chris, I can say that he always brought joy and laughter to those around him.  I look forward to the day when I see my Brother in Christ again!  Love and prayers to the family. - Michael Baylous, WVSP Retired

So heartbreaking to hear this about Chris. I was a dispatcher at WVSP and worked with Chris. He was one of the good guys - great Troop and friend. Prayers for the Payne family.

We are so sad to hear about the passing of  Chris. I personally will always remember the good times we had in high school. Every time I would see him in Lowes shopping, he always had a great attitude and a big smile . Our  family will be praying for his family. Shawn and Tina Lilly.

I am so sorry to hear o Christopher's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. A friend told me that he had passed .and it is so hard to believe this at such a young age. May the good Lord Bless and Keep the two of you in His divine care. We love you.

OBITUARY

Christopher Bryan Payne

13 May, 1971 – 14 December, 2024

Dodd Payne Hess Funeral Home

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