James “Jimmy” Allen Payne, 78, of Big Spring, died Thursday, April 6, 2017 at the VA Hospital. Graveside services will be held at 2:30 PM Monday, April 10 at Trinity Memorial Park in Big Spring, Texas. The Family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM Sunday, April 9 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home. Jimmy was born April 4, 1939 to William Albert and Hazel Bell Rayes Payne in Nordheim, Texas. He married Sandra Ann Lane July 3, 1965 in Big Spring, Texas. She preceded him in death on June 23, 2007. Jimmy performed with several bands during the 60’s, including “Jimmy Payne and the Heartbeats”. He served in the United States Air Force and received a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration at the University of A&I, Kingsville, Texas. He retired from the Texas Department of Transportation after 22 years. He was a guiding light for his beloved wife, Sandra, during her battle with cancer. He was a father who believed in praying for his family, and had a close walk with the Lord. Jimmy is survived by his children, Craig Payne of Big Spring, Shana Overby and her husband, Albert of Big Spring, and Dustin Payne and his wife, Melissa of Phoenix, Arizona; grandchildren: Cody Tanis, Allison Tanis, Ethan Payne, Rachel Africh, Sara Overby, Hannah Overby. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Preston Payne; one sister, Joyce Weise. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be donated to CLC 5th Floor, c/o Veterans Administration Hospital, 300 Veterans Blvd, Big Spring, Texas 79720. Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home. Online condolences may be left at www.npwelch.com,
