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Official Obituary of

Sam Lee Payne

May 24, 1941 ~ September 3, 2026 (age 85) 85 Years Old

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Sam Payne Obituary

Mr. Sam Lee Payne was born May 24, 1941. He departed this life on September 3, 2026. He is survived by his family and friends.

The Celebration of Life service for Mr. Sam Lee Payne will be available via livestream for those unable to attend in person. Your presence, whether in person or in spirit, is deeply appreciated by the family during this time of remembrance. To access the livestream please click Celebration of Life for Mr. Sam Lee Payne.

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Visitation

Thursday
September 17, 2026
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Dante Jelks Funeral Home LLC.
4904 1st Avenue North
Birmingham, AL 35222

Funeral Service

Friday
September 18, 2026
10:00 AM
First Baptist Church Patrick City
7358 Mississippi Avenue
Leeds, AL 35094

Video is available for this event

Interment

Friday
September 18, 2026
2:00 PM
Alabama National Cemetery
3133 Highway 119
Montevallo, AL 35115

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