of Clinton, AR
August 25, 1930 - January 23, 2022
Gearl Dean Payne, 91, of Clinton, Arkansas was born on August 25, 1930 to the late William and Ida (Hutchins) Payne in Bee Branch, Arkansas and passed from this life on January 23, 2022 in Clinton. His distinguished military service began prior to the Korean conflict and endured through the Vietnam Era. Gearl proudly served his country as a United States Marine. Upon retirement from serving his country, he began a life of service to his Lord. He served in ministry for over forty years, pastoring churches in Indiana, Michigan and Arkansas.
He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and three sisters.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of almost fifty years, Mary Jane (Battles) Payne, one sister, Wilma Ward of California, two daughters: Kathy Ecale (Dominque) of Arizona, Vicki Hargett (Dale) of Clinton, Arkansas, two sons; Kenneth Payne (Cricket) of Quitman, Arkansas, Don Gardner (Sandra) of Mount Vernon, Arkansas, thirteen grandchildren, twenty four great grand children, eleven great-great grandchildren, two expectant great-great grandchildren, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Thursday, January 27, 2022 at Pine Mountain General Baptist Church in Damascus. Graveside services and interment will follow at 2:00 pm at Pine Mountain Cemetery.
If you would like to support this Vietnam veteran's family with final burial expenses you may donate directly to his account at https://fundafamily.com/Donation.aspx?M=23882&C=133383
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18 Condolence(s)
Judy VanPelt
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Mrs.Mary and Family,
Just heard of Brother Gearl’s passing. So sorry! He was a good Christian man. It was a blessing to have him pastor here in the valley. Prayers for you and your family!
Barbara & Wayne McNew
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Mary and kids
So sorry to hear about Gearl
My prayers are for God to bring comfort to the family.
Celebrating his life remembering all the good times we had together. Heaven is rejoicing to bring another child home with God. I can only image the great celebration going on as he meets dad, uncle Windel, Raymond and Hazel and all the rest of the family.
Home at last, Thank God Almighty he’s home at last.
Will miss him greatly down here but feel a little “jealousâ€
He’s healed, free and delivered
Until we meet again some sweet day What a homecoming that will be
Richard and Linda Winfrey
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Mary Linda and I are so sorry to here Gearl had went to be with the Lord.
May the lord be with you and family in this time of sorrow.ðŸ™
Travis Love
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Sister Mary,
Meri and I are sadden to hear about Brother Gearl. He was truly an example of what we all should strive for as a man of God. He was a true servant to his country, neighbors, community, Church and to you. We will all miss him but I know that he is getting all the benefits of what he believed and taught with Jesus Christ. His example has provided myself and others to be stronger in our faith and to battle through the hard times because the reward is immeasurable.
I just wanted to let you know that Post Oak Grove and all he has touched are better because of him. Meri and I love you and will continue to hold you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Kuykendall
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Gearl had a special gift of teaching and making everyone feel special. He has served as teacher, associate pastor, trustee, etc. at Pine Mountain General Baptist Church. Gearl & Mary also worked at Formosa Youth Camp and were on many committees and boards in Post Oak Grove Association. Our loss is Heaven's gain. Condolences to the family.
Lisa, Jeff & Cody Kuykendall
chloe miley
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
i love you 16year
Don & Cheryl Fraim
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Uncle Gearl (my great uncle) will be missed by many. Our condolences to his family. May the Lord give you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
David Martin
Wednesday, January 26, 2022
It was an honor to know and spend time with Mr. Payne. The positive impact he had on the lives of others is evident in the way they have chosen to live and the impact they have also had on others. We honor his life and legacy. Please accept our family's condolences and prayers for his family and friends.
Craig Fisher
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Bro. Gerald was a great man of God who helped many. He was a mentor to me and I respected him greatly. He will be missed here but is in a much better place.
Jimmy and Missy Taylor
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
He will truly be missed
Patsy Evans Myles Evans Amilee Ward
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Mary and kids we love ya'll we go back along way remember us all being in you and Gearl's wedding and Gearl's family being our family too Dad will be so glad to see him.
Clayton miley
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Grandpa my kids ask about u every nite and I tell them u are with our lord and u are looking down on us , we love you grandpa and granny is being taking care of we love and miss u and I we will see u again
Janet Fitzsimmons
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
My prayers for comfort and peace for the family.
RUBY HOPPER
Monday, January 24, 2022
Mary I am so sorry for your loss. Gearl and I have been friends since we were kids. He was a special person. God bless you and your family.
Bernard & Karen Warner
Monday, January 24, 2022
Love to all the family . So very sorry for your loss. Love 💕 to Mary , Vicky and Clayton .
Love ,
Bernie & Karen
And Krystal
Warner
Charlie Robinson
Monday, January 24, 2022
My heart felt condolences for the family.
He was such a great man and a terrific preacher.
Jeff and Jodi Dobbs
Monday, January 24, 2022
Uncle Gearl was such an important part of my life growing up. He prayed with me when I was saved at summer camp so many years ago. The entire family is lives and missed.
Joshua Miley
Monday, January 24, 2022
We love you Grandpa