Mr. Jerry L. Payne age 71 of Alpharetta passed away Wednesday July 13, 2011 at his home.

He is survived by his Wife; Rebecca J. Woodward, Alpharetta: Sons & Daughters-in-law; Tony & Delores Payne, Cumming; Bobby & Susan Payne, Hartwell: Sisters; Frances Brown, Alpharetta; Dorothy Bennett, Dawsonville: Brothers; Sanford Payne, Cumming; Levi Payne, Dawsonville: Stepchildren; Sonny & Tammy Reeves, Jasper; Mike & Tammy Reeves, Jasper; Sherry & Elwood Reeves, Jefferson: 10 Grandchildren, 8 Great-grandchildren: several Nieces and Nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by Brothers; Frank & LV Payne: Sister; Wreathy Thompson: Step-Daughter; Deborah Johnson.

Graveside service will be at 2 PM Saturday July 16, 2011 at the Lake Forest Memorial Park.

The family will be receiving friends from 6-9 Friday at Roper Funeral Home