Brandon Lee Payne

Brandon Lee Payne

SYRACUSE - Brandon Lee Payne, loving father and beloved son, 40, of Syracuse, passed way unexpectedly from a tragic accident, Wednesday, October 26, 2011.
Brandon was born April 8, 1971, in Ogden, Utah, the son of Kenneth R. and Donna Buttars Payne.

Brandon loved his childhood experiences in Scouting and achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Brandon was a Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow.
Brandon was undoubtedly the greatest and most loyal fan of 'Star Wars' and 'Emergency'. His collection of 'Star Wars' memorabilia was extensive and he collected anything and everything that was related to 'Star Wars'.

Brandon attended Clearfield High School and excelled in the ROTC program. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and served most of his tour of duty in Germany as part of Operation Desert Shield. After completion of his enlisted duty, he enrolled in Weber State University and graduated with a degree in Criminal Justice and a minor in Military Science. He excelled in ROTC and was commissioned as an Officer in the U.S. Army upon graduation. He served in numerous capacities and locations, achieving the rank of Captain. His proudest assignment was to the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment.

He was employed at Hill AFB as a munitions item manager.

He married Jennifer French and later divorced. He married Amber Wiggill and later divorced.

Brandon is survived by his precious daughters, Brianna (Syracuse) and Savannah (California), his parents Kenneth and Donna Payne, Syracuse, brother Logan (Melissa) Payne, Syracuse, sister Tiffany Payne Forsgren (Ryan), Syracuse, and fiancAC. Jessica Bird, Brigham City, and her daughter Hannah, uncle Paul (Pat) Butters, Syracuse, and aunt, Donna Phillips, TN. Brandon also leaves his adoring niece and nephews, niece Kaylyn Payne, nephews Payson and Karson Payne, and Rylee Forsgren.

Brandon's most cherished moments were the times he spent with his daughters, Brianna and Savannah.
Brandon was preceded in death by his infant son, Braden Lee Payne, grandparents George Myron and Nora Payne, and Ralph and Donna Buttars.

Brandon is a member of the Rock Creek Ward of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Syracuse.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at 11:00 a.m., at the Syracuse West Stake Center, 1600 South 4500 West, Syracuse, Utah, with Bishop Nathan Elmore officiating. A viewing for friends and family will be held Tuesday, November 1, 2011, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., at Myers Roy Mortuary , 5865 South 1900 West, Roy, Utah, and on Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 9:40 to 10:40 a.m., prior to services at the Stake Center.

The family wishes to express their appreciation to friends and relatives, and especially to the law enforcement and emergency rescue family for all their efforts, support and expression of compassion during this difficult time.

Interment in the Syracuse City Cemetery.
VisitationMyers Mortuary - Roy
5865 South 1900 West
Roy, UT 84067
November 1, 2011
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
ServiceSyracuse West Stake Center
1600 South 4500 West
Syracuse, UT 84075
November 2, 2011
11:00 AM
CemeterySyracuse City Cemetery
1290 South 1000 West
Syracuse, UT 84075
November 2, 2011
12:30 PM