Earnest O'Neil "E.O." Payne

Earnest O’Neil Payne JEFFERSONVILLE – Earnest O’Neil “E.O.” Payne, loving Husband and father passed away Saturday December 5, 2020 at the age of 91. Services will be held Tuesday December 8, 2020 at 2:00 PM at Reece Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Jeffersonville City Cemetery. Rev. Bob Powell will officiate. Mr. Payne was born in Bullock County, GA, the son of the late Alfred William Payne and Maude Aldrich Payne. He was preceded in death by his siblings, Helen, Buddy, Shirley, and Alfred Jr., also by his daughter in law Rebecca and Grandsons, Ramsey and Jacob. E.O. had a passion for Nascar and Hot Rods. He surrounded himself with friends that enjoyed the same. He also loved to fish and camp, and was known for his quick wit and many stories. E.O. was a Veteran of the United States Army Air Force. Survivors include his wife of 73 years, Lazelle Lucas Payne. His five children, Connie, Reggie, Terry, Keith, and Jeffery. Sisters, Barbara Cartwright and Peggy Andrews. Eleven Grandchildren, Thirteen Great Grandchildren, and One Great Great Granddaughter. The family will receive friends from 6:00PM to 8:00PM Monday in the funeral home. Visit www.reecefuneralhomeinc.com to express tributes. Reece Funeral Home in Jeffersonville has charge of arrangements