Lynn Payne

WESLACO - Lynn Louise Payne, 75, passed away on Tuesday, February 19th, 2019. She was born on September 1, 1943, to EJ and Margery Payne in Harlingen, TX. Lynn grew up in Weslaco with her two brothers Bud and Jimmy. A lovely, intelligent woman, Lynn excelled in school and graduated from Weslaco High School. Lynn went on to earn her Bachelor's degree at Southern Methodist University and her Master's degree at the University of Texas in Austin. Lynn was a teacher while living in Arizona, before returning home to work for the family business. Lynn will always be remembered for her sweet and sassy personality, as well as her love of a good drink and great company. Generous and kind, Lynn loved to have a good time and enjoyed listening to music. She was a storyteller, and it was always entertaining listening to her. Family was important to her, and she always cherished her time with her loved ones. She loved animals and always had a few pets in the house. Lynn spoiled her two cats, Chip and Snookie, and they will surely mourn her loss. Lynn is preceded in death by her parents, EJ and Margery Payne and son, Christopher Payne. She is survived by her son, Mark Payne (Deedre) of Weslaco, brothers, Bud Payne (Marlee) of Weslaco, Jimmy Payne of Weslaco, nephew, Austin Payne of Weslaco, and niece, Crystal Hughes (Scott), and her beloved cats, Chip and Snookie. Visitation will be Thursday, February 21st, from 5:30-7:30 at McCaleb Funeral Home Chapel, family present from 6-7pm. Donations in her honor may be made to the Grace Episcopal Church, 701 S Missouri Ave, Weslaco, TX 78596.