Jeremy Adam Payne
April 23, 2020
Jeremy Adam Payne, 40, of Alachua, Florida, lost his long and courageous battle with brain cancer at his home on Thursday, April 23, 2020, with his family by his side.
Jeremy was born in Findlay, Ohio on September 14, 1979 to Gerald and Roberta (Brian) Payne who reside in Findlay, Ohio.
Jeremy married the love of his life, Kelly Piper, on October 4, 2003. Jeremy and Kelly have two beautiful redheaded daughters, Makenna and Madison. Jeremy was loved and admired greatly by his two greatest blessings.
Jeremy is also survived by his sister Tami (Payne) Rose of Findlay, Ohio; sister-in-law, Kerry Smith of Gainesville, Florida; brother-in-laws Jay Piper of McClure, Ohio; Joe Piper of Columbus, Ohio; Jeff Piper of Bascom, Ohio; Brett Smith of Gainesville, Florida; and Christopher Rose of Chicago, Illinois; nephews Anthony Webb of Norfolk, Virginia; Mason Rose of Jacksonville, Florida; Marshall Rose of Findlay, Ohio; Dylan Smith of Gainesville, Florida; and Griffin Piper of Cygnet, Ohio; Nieces Morgan Smith of Gainesville, Florida; Sophie and Sydnie Piper of Cynet, Ohio; Addy Jo Rudd of Pemberville, Ohio and Payten Webb of Findlay, Ohio, as well as Mother- and Father-in-law Glen and Janice Piper of Ocala, Florida.
Jeremy graduated from McComb High School in 1998 and later moved to Florida with Kelly in pursuit of careers and dreams. Jeremy had a successful career in the construction business as a design engineer and was employed by Builders First Source of Lake City, Florida for many years as well as an independent home plan designer. He was well respected and took tremendous pride in his work and loved his work family.
Jeremy was a devoted husband, father, son, friend, brother, and coach. He was loved by many near and far. Jeremy was respected by many in his community and spent numerous hours on the ball field with his girls. Jeremy was a coach for the Santa Fe Babe Ruth Softball League as well as Santa Fe Inferno. Jeremy loved his time on the ball field coaching and inspiring many young girls, especially his own. Jeremy was embraced by the softball community and holds a permanent spot on 3rd base. Jeremy loved beach vacations with his girls, time with his family and friends, working out and had a great love of Michigan football. #GoBlue!
Jeremy will be greatly missed by many and was a true inspiration to many in his fight against cancer. He has forever changed the lives of many. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Donations for Makenna and Madison’s future education are being accepted. The family would like to thank those who loved and supported them along the way. #PAYNESTRONG
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To know Jeremy was to love him. He was an amazing friend, father, Coach and husband. He loved Kelly and the girls more than anything. He Always looked at Kelly like he was in awe of her. He forever changed the lives of the girls he coached. We will never forget the extra time he took with our girls. He was probably the healthiest person I knew. I will picture him in those holey, terrible “good luck” shorts and hat screaming at the TV during a Michigan game whenever I picture him. Kelly, Makenna and Madison we are here for you today and ALWAYS. We love you so much!!!
Our family’s thoughts and prayers are with yours at this most tragic of moments. Jeremy was a wonderful coach and person.
Jeremy was an amazing person and coach. Ashlyn was lucky to have been coached by him. I loved watching him run the bases after the girls. They always thought it was hilarious. He will be missed ❤
We love you and will watch over your family until they meet you again. I will make sure Jay is there to protect Kelley and you’re girls. 💕
I am a cousin from his fathers side. My condolences. I have a lot of childhood memories with him.
Our Deepest Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family!
We love you Payne family ❤️ Jeremy was such a wonderful person and coach to so many! Our family and mostly Chucky was lucky to have been apart of it all with him. Please let us know if we can do ANY thing for you or the girls! ❤️❤️🙏🙏
Your family battled so courageously. Jeremy will forever hold a very special place in our hearts. We know he left you all with wonderful memories you will cherish forever. May those memories bring you peace and comfort. Sending you all our love.
We are so sorry for your loss. We know this time is hard for you and everyone that loved Jeremy. We pray for peace and strength as you move through the coming days, months and years. Much love to you always.
We were so sorry to hear about Your loss. May God Bless you and the girls in your grief. We love you.
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Payne family.
The Lord will turn your sadness into joy. John 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, "I am the resurrection and life.
The one who believes in me will live, even though they die;and whoever lives by believing in Jesus will never die". Jermery you WON!
Jermery, we will miss you, your smile, sense of humor,and your sportsman. You are on the King Jesus team now. May you rest in peace in Jesus name.
Our deepest condolences and prayers.
R.I.P my friend in in God your in Gods hands now, God Bless your family
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers… Thank you for sharing your amazing story with us. Your story has touched our lives. I will continue to keep you and your sweet girls in my prayers. God bless. ❤
Jeremy was an amazing father, husband and friend. He had seemingly endless energy, spending every extra second of his day coaching his girls in softball. He was an extraordinary man who will be missed by everyone who knew him. Kelly, Madison and McKenna will be forever in my prayers and my heart.
We have had your family in our thoughts and prayers for several months. We are so sorry for your loss. We have put your family on our church's prayer list. May God comfort you and your beautiful girls.
Kelly, I am so very sorry to hear this news! I thought he was doing much better, so I am shocked to see this. You and the girls are in our prayers. Hugs to you all.
Our little neighborhood will never be the same; our hearts are broken. Kelly, please know we’re wrapping you and the girls in our collective arms and are here for you always. Jeremy was a blessing.
Kelly and Girls,
Although I only met you all a couple times, my heart is hurting for you all. I have prayed for you and felt your sadness from afar. Jeremy put up a great fight and the good Lord called him home. No more pain and suffering! My prayers will continue for you all and I am so deeply saddened and sorry for your loss. Another “Great” gone way too soon. Love and prayers, Kimberly and Kendylle
Kelly, My daughters, and I are so sorry to hear of Jeremy passing. He fought an incredible battle for himself but mostly for the loves of his life. He was that man. May God Bless you and the girls in your grief. Cherish all the beautiful memories they will help give you strength as time passes. May those memories also bring you peace and comfort: all our love and continued prayers.
The Schentrups will always remember Jeremy for his love of his family and his love of coaching. Your family is in our prayers. God bless.
Kelly, girls and family. Although we didn’t spend a lot of time together as extended family, I will always remember the deep found love of your family and marriage. Jeremy always had a smile on his face, made us all laugh and genuinely cared. Somethings in life don’t make sense and are not fair. I hope you all can find peace in knowing that Jeremy is in a better place pain free and watching over you all. Love you all.
I’ve always held all the great memories of the times I got to spend with you guys-going to cedar point, hanging at your parents camper, playing cards at your apartment, bar hoping, and just the friendship. I was so proud to be a part of your wedding and witness your growing love for each other. Thank you Jeremy for all the wonderful memories – you will always be a bright loving soul. Kelly and girls-you have the most perfect angel – you know he will always be with you watching over you. All my love to you all 💖