December 19, 1937 – September 2, 2024

Duncan, OK

On Monday, September 2, 2024, Frankie “Earlene” Payne peacefully passed away at the age of 86. Earlene was born on December 19, 1937, in Oklahoma City to Frank (Pete) and Annie Barnett. On January 12, 1967, she married the love of her life, Daniel Payne. Their first year of marriage was spent at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. They made their home in Duncan, Oklahoma after he completed his tour of duty. Always selfless, Earlene happily served her husband and children through cooking, cleaning, sewing, canning, gardening, yard work, and most importantly, lifting them in prayer. She was one of the original members of Ray of Hope Church, quietly serving in the background anytime she was needed.

Earlene was preceded in death by her parents, Pete and Annie Barnett; cousin/sister-at-heart, Sandra Morales; and grandson-in-law, Dustin M. Jussila. She is survived by her husband Daniel Payne; daughters: Danna White and her husband Danny, LeAnn Rhodes and her husband Jason; four grandchildren: Julian Jussila, Kellen White, Dominic Rhodes, Nate Rhodes; sister, Pat Whaley and husband Terry; and several nephews, nieces, cousins, and dear friends.

A celebration of life service was held on Saturday, September 7, at 10:00 A.M. at Ray of Hope Church, officiated by Pastor Mike McCord. Interment followed at Fairlawn Cemetery in Comanche. Visitation was held Friday, September 6, from 5:00-7:00 P.M. at Whitt Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Mark Carr, Jim Sanders, Randy Smith, Larry Sullins, Steve Tevebaugh, and Tracy Whitlock. Honorary pallbearers were Fred McCord, Kenneth McCord, and Johnie Smith.