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Estella McAfee Cupp posted a condolence
Saturday, March 28, 2015
I only learned of Bernie's passing today. My condolences to the family. The video on this page touched my heart. God's Blessing to all those who loved him and the lives that he touched throughout his ministry.
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Rick Daily posted a condolence
Sunday, March 22, 2015
I was baptized by Pastor Bernie Payne May 29, 1966 when he was the Interim Pastor at Grandview Park Baptist Church as were my brother's and probably my Mom and Dad too. He and my Dad became pretty good friends. I remember going with my family to the Church in Perry and visiting when the Payne's were ministering there. I'm sure my Dad as well as numerous other Christians who have gone on before were in Heaven to welcome Bernie with open arms. What a day of rejoicing that must have been and I'm sure still is. Thank you dear Lord for Bernie's time here on this earth. For the lives that he touched and the testimony that he was for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. May God comfort the family through this time.
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Jon Payne posted a condolence
Sunday, March 22, 2015
On behalf of our mom, Sandy, my brother Dave, and my sister Joanna we want to say thank you to the many who have offered condolences, sent cards, and other communication! Your continued prayers are of great encouragement.
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Betty Sue Green Brewster posted a condolence
Friday, March 20, 2015
Sandy,
I was saddened when Valerie informed me of Bernie's passing.
May the Lord comfort and strengthen you as enter this new season of life.
And may you have many joyful memories of your years together to give you joy.
Warmly,
Betty Sue
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Valerie Wilson posted a condolence
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Dear Sandy, Learning of Bernie's Homegoing has caused a flood of memories from our Johnson City days. I am praying for you as you face a new part of life's journey without your long-time companion. Thank you for posting the pictures on this site. It was so interesting so watch the growth of your children and the addition of grandchildren. I know they will all help bring you comfort in the days ahead. Love from your freshman-year roommate, Valerie
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Doug and Nancy Santen posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Sandy and Family -
We just heard about the passing of Pastor Payne. After 33 years of marriage we still have fond memories of Pastor performing our wedding ceremony. He always joked to us about "tying a strong knot" with our marriage. Doug has many fond memories of your family during the time at the Newton church. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you be blessed with many happy memories.
With Sympathy,
Doug & Nancy Santen
(Denver, CO)
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Earl & Eleanore Swigart posted a condolence
Sunday, March 15, 2015
We are sending our love and prayers to you Sandy and your family,
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Jennifer Aarrestad posted a condolence
Sunday, March 15, 2015
Pastor Jon, Kim and family:
May you find His peace at this time of loss. Celebrate your Dad's life knowing the joy and hope of seeing him again! Ted and I are praying for you.
Blessings,
Jennifer and Ted Aarrestad
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Jim & Nancy Miller posted a condolence
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Jon, Kim & Family,
So sorry to hear of Bernie's death but know he is rejoicing in Heaven with our wonderful Lord. A special memory of Bernie was a time when he & Sandy were in our home, as well as my Grandmother who had family in Newton. Bernie visited at some length with my Grandmother and made her feel very special. We are so thankful for the time Jon & Kim ministered to us, and our youth, at First Baptist in Bloomfield, IA.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Nancy
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David Cortner posted a condolence
Saturday, March 14, 2015
I have many memories of Bernie from my high school and college days, when I was around him in the ministry at Grandview and around Iowa. Our prayers are with you as a family.
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david c little posted a condolence
Saturday, March 14, 2015
I remember Bernie back in Binghamton days. He was always gracious and kind. I always enjoyed visiting with him whenever and wherever we met. My sympathy to you at your loss.
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Chaplain Larry Walker posted a condolence
Saturday, March 14, 2015
Pastor Payne will be greatly missed. I am in the ministy today because he poured into my life.He also introduced me to my wife. He did our wedding. He was a godly man. I know he is rejoicing in heaven. May you draw comfort from the man lives that he touched.
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Rick. And dyann posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
Praying for your strength and the great hope that can only be provided by our Lord
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Earl & Janis Howard posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
Sandy, Jon, Kim and girls,
We are saddened to hear of Pastor Bernie's passing, but know he is rejoicing to be in Heaven with His Savior. We have such fond memories of the times when Jon, Kim and girls were with us at First Baptist in Bloomfield. We then had the privilege of meeting Pastor Bernie and Sandy, having Pastor Bernie fill our pulpit and host them in our home. Your family holds a special place in our hearts. We pray for comfort as your hearts are broken to lose this godly man.
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Tim & Kath Rego posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
We wish to express our sincerest sympathies to the Payne family. We will always remember well his service and ministry amongst us for those 15 years or so. To come so far away to our little remote island always impressed me. I remember Mrs. Payne shopping at Lindo's, with her smile and a few words of encouragement. I remember the few one on one conversations we had, when he would not speak about current events, nor the weather, but about the Lord and his word. The sincerest Christian I have ever met. We will meet again as Jesus promised, that where he would be, we would be too. We look forward to seeing him and walking in glory together, and so may we all be comforted by that hope.
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Martha & Ray Chiappa posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
Sandy and family, We send our sincere condolences to you at the loss of your husband, father, grandfather.
We have such warm memories of you both during your time in Bermuda. We know that you will be comforted that the suffering is over.
May God richly bless you, give you peace and strength.
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The staff of Pickett & Pickett posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
John, Kim and your family...our sincerest condolences and prayers in the passing of your beloved father.
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Jody Ramsey posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
To the Payne family. God comfort you in this time of sorrow. We can find comfort in the fact that Pastor Payne is now in heaven with his heavenly father. It is hard to think that you can go on without him but you can. God is with you always to comfort you when you need it. When my mom passes ten years ago, it was very hard to on me. I still have a hard time on mother's day because that is when she died. I feel God with me the most at that time. Praying for God to comfort you at this time and in the future. Love you my friends
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Jim and Judy Spink posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
To the family of Pastoe Bernie Payne,
My husband and I attend the church where your son, Jon is the pastor. We have been praying for Pastor Bernie and your entire family for many months now, and will continue to remember you in our prayers.
In Pastor Bernie's memory we are donating Gideon Bibles, sent along with our heart felt sympothy!!
In the Love of Christ,
Jim & Judy Spink
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Friday, March 13, 2015
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Susan (Gortmaker) Blazer and David Blazer posted a condolence
Friday, March 13, 2015
Sandy - we have great memories of Pastor Payne. We are in Brazil on a short term assignment. We have completed over 40 years in Brazil as missionaries. Our son has been back for 15 years. God bless your family and we are praying for God's comfort and peace - David and Susan
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Thursday, March 12, 2015
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Casey and Pam Jones posted a condolence
Thursday, March 12, 2015
John and Kim,
Please know that our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you both and also your family during this difficult time. Praying for Christ's arms of love to comfort you with His peace during this celebration of your dad's life.
With love,
Casey and Pam
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Pastor Duane Jass posted a condolence
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Jon, I realize how special your father was to you and your family. I also know how special our heavenly Father was to him. "How precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His faithful servants." Psalm 116:15. Our prayers are with you as you share on Monday. Pastor and Nancy
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Joseph carlson posted a condolence
Thursday, March 12, 2015
We grieve with the Payne family today at Good News Church, Mosinee, WI. Bernie found his way into many of Pastor Jon's messages, and a legacy of God's presence is left. God's love and peace to all of you.
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Dick&Marianne Knudson posted a condolence
Thursday, March 12, 2015
you are his legacy to us all, Jon. Prayers to your family as you celebrate your father's Homegoing
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Patty & Chris Cimino posted a condolence
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Dear Pastor Jon, Kim and Girls-
We're sorry for the loss of Bernie.The loss of a father and grandfather is always hare, but through the stories and sayings shared in your sermons, Jon, he was a wise, godly man.
We know you will miss him, but hold close to your heart that you will reunite with him one day in heaven.
Hugs, Love and Prayers-
Patty and Chris
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Ron and Dorothy Gehring posted a condolence
Thursday, March 12, 2015
To the Family of Pastor B Payne: We grieve with you in the homegoing of Bernie, and yet we rejoice in knowing he is with his Lord and Savior at this very moment. Bernie was an amazing husband, father, grandpa, and pastor, and we are confident he will hear his Lord's words, "Well done, thou good and faithful servant." Our lives have been enriched by knowing him. The influence he has been in your lives is so evident and we are confident you will carry on his legacy to all generations to come. May I Thessalonians 4:13 be of comfort and blessing to you in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all. Ron and Dorothy Gehring & Family
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