Grover C. “Jack” Payne, Jr., August 19, 1920 – September 2, 2014 died peacefully in Woodbridge, VA, 94. His family members were by his side. Jack was a beloved family man, sportsman and US Patriot. He will be remembered for his outgoing personality, quick wit and humor, friendliness, sense of community and ability to tell entertaining stories to a captivated audience. A resident of Springfield, VA for 50+ years, he was born and raised in the city of Alexandria, VA and attended George Washington High School and American University. Jack was a World War II veteran, Asiatic Pacific Theater. He was an avid sportsman and original fan of the first Redskins football team, Senators, Orioles and National baseball teams. He served in many leadership roles to include, community leader, mentor, little league coach, sports referee, past President and charter member of the Alexandria Sportsman club and Post Commander of VFW Post 7327, Springfield, VA. Husband of the late Phebe Brownlee Payne, his wife of 68 years. He is survived by two daughters, Crystal Payne Calise George of Cotuit, MA and Virginia Jean Payne of Cary, NC; two sons, Jack Robin Payne Paula of Rixeyville, VA; George Brownlee Payne Janet Pendergraph of Lake Ridge, VA and one brother, David Lee Payne Helen of Temecula, CA. Also survived by three grandchildren, Michael Payne Roni, Meredith Payne Stotzner Bill, Danielle Viens-Payne, and two great grandchildren, Pierce and Halcyon Stotzner. He also leaves behind several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at Cunningham Turch Funeral Home, 811 Cameron Street, Alexandria VA, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Monday, September 8th, 2014, followed by funeral service on Tuesday, September 9th, 2014 at 10:00 am; internment following at Quantico National Cemetery at 12:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jack’s name may be made to: Disabled American Vets: http://www.dav.org/ , Redskins Charitable Foundations: http://www.redskins.com/community/programs.html, or National Parkinson’s Foundation: http://www.parkinson.org/.
18424 Joplin Rd, Triangle, VA 22172
9/9/2014
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Prayer of a Sportsman
Dear Lord, in the battle that goes on through life
I ask but a field that is fair,
A chance that is equal with all in the strife,
A courage to strive and to dare;
And if should win, let it be by the code
With my faith and my honor held high;
And if I should lose, let me stand by the road,
And cheer as the winners go by.
And Lord, may my shouts be ungrudging and clear,
A tribute that comes from the heart,
And let me not cherish a snarl or a sneer
Or play any sniveling part;
Let me say, “There they ride, on whom laurel’s bestowed
Since they played the game better than I.”
Let me stand with a smile by the side of the road,
And cheer as the winners go by.
So grant me to conquer, if conquer I can,
By proving my worth in the fray,
But teach me to lose like a regular man,
And not like a craven, I pray;
Let me take off my hat to the warriors who strode
To victory splendid and high,
Yea, teach me to stand by the side of the road
And cheer as the winners go by.
-Berton Braley
Prayer of a Sportsman
Dear Lord, in the battle that goes on through life
I ask but a field that is fair,
A chance that is equal with all in the strife,
A courage to strive and to dare;
And if should win, let it be by the code
With my faith and my honor held high;
And if I should lose, let me stand by the road,
And cheer as the winners go by.
And Lord, may my shouts be ungrudging and clear,
A tribute that comes from the heart,
And let me not cherish a snarl or a sneer
Or play any sniveling part;
Let me say, “There they ride, on whom laurel’s bestowed
Since they played the game better than I.”
Let me stand with a smile by the side of the road,
And cheer as the winners go by.
So grant me to conquer, if conquer I can,
By proving my worth in the fray,
But teach me to lose like a regular man,
And not like a craven, I pray;
Let me take off my hat to the warriors who strode
To victory splendid and high,
Yea, teach me to stand by the side of the road
And cheer as the winners go by.
-Berton Braley
“It has been said that the best dads get promoted to grandpas. Grandfathers are good listeners, good storytellers, and most importantly, good friends. They are always there to laugh and play with their grandkids and even console them when necessary. Grandfathers are also often the source of sage advice, a benefit of their many years of experience. One thing is for sure, the love of a grandfather is a unique treasure that is never forgotten by their grandchildren. The times spent with a grandfather turn into precious memories that are conserved in the heart.”
I love you, Granddad! I have been so blessed to have had such a long time with you! Thank you for everything. I hope you are dancing with your beautiful bride now…tell her I miss her, too…
In loving memory of my grandfather
Grover Cleveland GC “Jack” Payne, Jr.
August 19, 1920 – September 2, 2014
“It has been said that the best dads get promoted to grandpas. Grandfathers are good listeners, good storytellers, and most importantly, good friends. They are always there to laugh and play with their grandkids and even console them when necessary. Grandfathers are also often the source of sage advice, a benefit of their many years of experience. One thing is for sure, the love of a grandfather is a unique treasure that is never forgotten by their grandchildren. The times spent with a grandfather turn into precious memories that are conserved in the heart.”
I love you, Granddad! I have been so blessed to have had such a long time with you! Thank you for everything. I hope you are dancing with your beautiful bride now…tell her I miss her, too…
In loving memory of my grandfather
Grover Cleveland GC “Jack” Payne, Jr.
August 19, 1920 – September 2, 2014
He was such a funny and loving man!! I adored him!! Feeling comfort that he is reunited with his Pheobe and dancing the jitterbug!!
He was such a funny and loving man!! I adored him!! Feeling comfort that he is reunited with his Pheobe and dancing the jitterbug!!
Jack, We will miss you all the times we had together especially in the VFW Family of 7327
Jack , I will always remember! Your legacy lays to many manly acts of kindness. You took compassion on this pup, alive with good intentions but dull to the world’s ways.
You taught me to flip Sunday morning’s pancakes when the batter bubbles.
You shared a subtlety with me for starting a roaring fire in the fireplace.
You taught me the proper knot to use to wed a fish hook to a 10lb test line.
So all the above plus Black Label, Ted Williams, Stan Musial, Sammy Baugh, VFW bus trips to Orioles, “ruthless grannies,” little potatoes, Pope’s Creek crabs, Old Glory waving in your front yard ring bells celebrating your Mensch,never to be forgotten.
Jack , I will always remember! Your legacy lays to many manly acts of kindness. You took compassion on this pup, alive with good intentions but dull to the world’s ways.
You taught me to flip Sunday morning’s pancakes when the batter bubbles.
You shared a subtlety with me for starting a roaring fire in the fireplace.
You taught me the proper knot to use to wed a fish hook to a 10lb test line.
So all the above plus Black Label, Ted Williams, Stan Musial, Sammy Baugh, VFW bus trips to Orioles, “ruthless grannies,” little potatoes, Pope’s Creek crabs, Old Glory waving in your front yard ring bells celebrating your Mensch,never to be forgotten.
So sorry for your families loss. Jack was a kind man and always had a smile for us. God Bless him and Peace for the family.
Love always
The Stucks
I was sorry to hear of Jack’s passing, he was a fine man and a great neighbor. Jack always did his best to ensure the kids in Beverly Forest were safe. I don’t think I ever said thank you for the time he took me to the emergency room when I got the fish hook under my thumb nail. Jack, Crystal, Ginger and George your father was a man you could always be proud of. I will keep you all in my prayers.
God bless,
Tom
I was sorry to hear of Jack’s passing, he was a fine man and a great neighbor. Jack always did his best to ensure the kids in Beverly Forest were safe. I don’t think I ever said thank you for the time he took me to the emergency room when I got the fish hook under my thumb nail. Jack, Crystal, Ginger and George your father was a man you could always be proud of. I will keep you all in my prayers.
God bless,
Tom
Mike Cholko
George – Deeply saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. Jack was truly a “saleman’s salesman” and I saw that firsthand many, many times when I worked at Sears back in the 70s. He was also a genuinely warm, caring person, too. That came across in his interactions with customers, co-workers and even us chuckle-headed teenagers when we would stop by the house.
One bit of wisdom he imparted to me was the importance of a smile. Can’t recall a time when I did not see him smiling.
And no doubt about it, Jack truly rocked the sweater vest!
RIP
Mike Cholko
George – Deeply saddened to hear of your Dad’s passing. Jack was truly a “saleman’s salesman” and I saw that firsthand many, many times when I worked at Sears back in the 70s. He was also a genuinely warm, caring person, too. That came across in his interactions with customers, co-workers and even us chuckle-headed teenagers when we would stop by the house.
One bit of wisdom he imparted to me was the importance of a smile. Can’t recall a time when I did not see him smiling.
And no doubt about it, Jack truly rocked the sweater vest!
RIP
I will always remember him as Santa Claus skating across the lake in Beverly Forest. He was so full of fun!
I will always remember him as Santa Claus skating across the lake in Beverly Forest. He was so full of fun!
To the family of Grover Payne, Jr., please accept my belated condolence. Imagine the time when sickness and death will be a thing of the past. Isaiah 33:24; Isaiah 25:8 Imagine seeing your loved one again when God resurrects all those in the grave to a Paradise earth healing the broken hearts of those who loved them. Acts 24:15; Psalm 147:3 Soon, these imaginations will be a reality because we know that “God cannot lie.” Numbers 23:19 For more info, go to jw.org and search for Hope for the Dead and God’s Kingdom. There is nothing I can say to take the pain away, but I hope the thought of seeing Grover again brings you comfort in the days ahead.
To the family of Grover Payne, Jr., please accept my belated condolence. Imagine the time when sickness and death will be a thing of the past. Isaiah 33:24; Isaiah 25:8 Imagine seeing your loved one again when God resurrects all those in the grave to a Paradise earth healing the broken hearts of those who loved them. Acts 24:15; Psalm 147:3 Soon, these imaginations will be a reality because we know that “God cannot lie.” Numbers 23:19 For more info, go to jw.org and search for Hope for the Dead and God’s Kingdom. There is nothing I can say to take the pain away, but I hope the thought of seeing Grover again brings you comfort in the days ahead.