Roger Leon Payne passed away July 3, 2011 with his family at his side. He was born November 8, 1930 to Hubert and Gertrude Payne in Tomahawk, Arkansas. Roger served his country in the United States Air Force from 1947 - 1953. He also worked as a grocery manager for stores such as Piggly Wiggly, Food City and La Fiesta. Roger enjoyed a good game of pool, especially with his sons Butch and Rocky. He was also an avid collector of Marilyn Monroe memorablilia.
A visitation will be held Monday, July 11, 2011 from 3PM to 9PM at Sunset Funeral Home. A funeral service will be Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at 12:30PM at Sunset Funeral Home. He will be laid to rest following services at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery.
