Dr. Otis Edd Payne

Dr. Otis Edd Payne, born on January 25, 1939, in Taylor, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024, in Richmond, Texas, at the age of 85. Otis Edd was blessed to live a long, full life, and he passed peacefully in his sleep at his home. He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years, Martha, and their three children and five grandchildren: Kevin, his children Shelby and Mattie; Brian, his wife Lee Ann and their sons Braeden and Aaron; and Allison and her son Theodore. Dr. Payne was raised in rural Arkansas, where he learned the value of hard work on his family's farm. Driven by ambition and determination, he worked his way through college and medical school at Louisiana State University. He financed his education by working in the Merchant Marines over the summers, sailing the seas and experiencing the world. His adventurous spirit led him to serve in the US Navy/US Coast Guard, where he served as a ship physician on an icebreaker in Antarctica. It was during this trip that he proposed to Martha through a two-way radio from the Southern Ocean. After the wedding, Dr. Payne completed his residency in Seattle, Washington, where he launched his long and successful career as a psychiatrist and started a family. He diligently worked helping people well into his 70s. Throughout his life, Dr. Payne embraced travel and adventure, exploring every continent while working or traveling with his family and friends. He was a devoted member of his community and a faithful parishioner in churches from Springhill to South Bend to Seattle and finally Richmond. His dedication to his family, his patients, and his community was unwavering. A celebration of Dr. Payne's life will be held at St. John's United Methodist Church, located at 400 Jackson Street in Richmond, Texas, on Friday, August 2, 2024, at 11:00 am. A reception will follow the service. Dr. Payne's legacy of resilience, compassion, and love of adventure will continue to inspire all who knew him. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the countless lives he touched during his remarkable journey. Tributes and words of condolence may be left for the family at www.davisgreenlawnfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Greenlawn Funeral Home, 3900 B.F. Terry Blvd. (Hwy 59 South @ FM 2218), Rosenberg, Texas 77471, Phone: 281-341-8800.

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Dr. Otis Edd Payne

January 25, 1939 - July 15, 2024