PAYNE, Donald E., age 91, of Huber Heights, passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023 at Hearth & Home at Vandalia.  Donald worked as a Computer Specialist for WPAFB, retiring after over 20 years of service.  He was an U.S. Air Force Veteran, a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, VFW 3283, American Legion 200 and AMVET Post 48.  Donald was the General Manager for the Dayton Colts and a lifetime UD Flyers fan.  He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Virginia; daughter, Lynn Ann; parents, Walter & Sabina; and brother, Richard Payne.  Donald is survived by his sons, Dale (Judy) of Somerville, Doug of WA, and Daniel (fiancée, Michelle Scarberry) of Dayton; grandchildren, Dustin, Rachel, Dylan, Austin, Kaylie, Joey & Nicole; great-grandchildren, Adriana, Olivia, Willow, Charlie, Rose, Josephine, Beau, Frankie & Reid; and many other relatives & friends. 

Mass of Christian Burial 9 AM Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at St. Peter Catholic Church, 6161 Chambersburg Road with Father Robert Hale celebrant.  Interment Memorial Park Cemetery.  The family will receive friends on Monday from 5-7 PM at Marker & Heller Funeral Home, Huber Heights Chapel, 5844 Old Troy Pike.  If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter Catholic Church in Donald’s memory.