Obituaries

David Carlos Payne, 71, Pottsboro, Texas

It is with great sorrow to announce the passing of David Carlos Payne on November 7, 2022. He passed away peacefully at Texoma Medical Center in Denison, Texas with his family by his side.

David was born in Bonham, Texas on June 9, 1951. He was employed at Oscar Mayer for over 20 years until the plant closed. Then he became self-employed doing appliance and repair work at "Dave's World" until he retired. He enjoyed cooking for his friends and family and was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan. He loved jamming out to music and his favorite was gospel music. He was a member of the American Legion SAL Post 231, where he was passionate about volunteering for veteran causes. The last 12 years of his life has been dedicated to his grandson Zaiden, teaching him and participating in all his activities involving his sports.

David is survived by his wife Penny Payne; his brother Carl Payne, wife Louise; son John David Payne, wife Kimberly; daughter Mallory Crist; one grandchild, Zaiden Toney; best friend Willie Stewart; as well as many family and friends whose lives he impacted along the way. He is preceded in death by his parents Carlos and Faye Payne. He will be greatly missed by many.

We are having a come and go Celebration of Life for family and friends on Friday November 11, 2022, from 3 to 7pm at the home of his son John Payne at 802 Swan Ridge Sherman, TX 75090.

Rest In Heaven, "PaPa"

You may sign the online guest registry at www.dannelfuneralhome.com