Obituary of Gerald Alfred Payne

GERALD PAYNE Jerry, late of Regina SK, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2016 at the age of 87 years with his daughters by his side. He was predeceased by his wife Mary Payne and parents Gordon and Gladys Payne. Jerry is survived by daughters Janice (Don) and Patti; grandsons Todd (Stefanie) and Brett (Brittany); great-grandchildren Michaela and Nathan and sister Dorothy Bourke. Jerry was an RCN Leading Seaman on the Uganda, Cayuga and Haida ships and was an active member of the Korean Veteran’s Association (KVA). He then served with the Regina Fire Department for thirty six years. Dad enjoyed doing cement work on his off days with best friend Les Bowering, who has predeceased him. He was also an avid crib player, loved his Detroit Red Wings and Saskatchewan Roughriders. A private family service will be held. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.speersfuneralchapel.com