Mr. Wilbert “Poppy” Payne, 69, of Nashville
In Loving Memory of Wilbert “Poppy” Payne
May 13, 1955 – December 15, 2024
Brother Wilbert Payne, lovingly known as “Poppy,” was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a friend to many. Born on May 13, 1955, in Forrest City, Arkansas, to Van and Sara Payne, Wilbert was the fifth of nine children.
Wilbert attended school in Brinkley, Arkansas, and pursued a career in construction. His family was his greatest treasure, and his time away from work was joyfully spent with his grandchildren or traveling the roads with his beloved wife, Patricia. He had a love for old westerns and a knack for fixing things.
A faithful member of Nashville – Seventh Day Adventist in Nashville, Arkansas, Wilbert’s faith guided him through life until he was called into eternity on December 15, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Van and Sara Payne; his brothers, Leodis Payne and Leroy Payne; and his nephews, Kelvin Pearson and Steven Thompson and his great niece Autumn Payne
Cherished Memories
Wilbert leaves behind his loving wife, Patricia Payne, their children and grandchildren :
• Sharonda Adams of Nashville, AR, LaQuita Norris of Benton, AR, Kendrick Payne of Little Rock, AR, and Ray Whitmore of Nashville, AR.
· Kenitra Clardy of Dallas, TX
• Carlin Adams of Nashville, AR
• Johnte Taylor of Nashville, AR
• Kynleigh Cook of Benton, AR
• Richard Greyson Whitmore of Nashville, AR
• Great-grandchild Javon Jru Bell
He is also survived by his siblings:
• Janie (William) Thompson of Chicago, IL
• Elijah (Emma) Payne of Jacksonville, FL
• Leedward (Christine) Payne of Chicago, IL
• Sara Payne of Forrest City, AR
• Mary Payne of Jacksonville, FL
• Napolian (Lois) Payne of Iowa
• Kim Payne
• Genette Payne
Wilbert’s legacy also includes a number of nieces, nephews, and friends who will hold his memory close to their hearts.
Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
Wilbert’s life was a testament to faith, family, and great love. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Visitation will be 5-7pm Friday at the funeral home. Funeral service will be 11am Saturday, December 28, 2024 at First Christian Church in Nashville, AR. Burial will be at Flint Hill Cemetery in Mineral Springs, AR.