Lela M. Payne's Obituary
Mrs. Lela M. Payne, age 67, passed away Monday, December 25, 2017 in Muskegon. She was born in Dumas, AK on March 11, 1950 to Irvin and Myrtle (Elliot) Bottoms. Lela married Carl “Bubba” Payne in Muskegon on March 31, 2001 and had lived in the Muskegon area most of her life. She had worked at Plumbs for many years as Deli Manager prior to retiring. Lela was a member of the Polish Falcon Club. She enjoyed gardening, camping, baking and socializing but foremost was always the time spent with her family. SURVIVORS include her children, Cindy (Charles) MacLean, Tanya Dunlap and Brenda (Nathan) Aerts; 5 grandchildren, Clinton, Zachary, Koty, Cydney and Marshall; 2 brothers, Robert (Mary) Bottoms and Leo (Mildred) Bottoms; 1 sister, Glenna Long. She is also survived by her loving dog, Marlee. Lela was preceded in death by her husband, Carl “Bubba” in 2009. A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will be held from 11 AM-2 PM on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at the Polish Falcon Club, 1014 W. Hackley, Muskegon. Funeral arrangements are being handled by The Lee Chapel, 6291 S. Harvey St. (231)798-1100. Please visit the family’s online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com
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