William Jess Payne, 55, of Hartford, died Friday, April 7, 2023 at his home.  He was a carpenter and of the Baptist faith.  He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bob Rice and Stewart and Margaret Payne.

     He is survived by a son, Jesse (Krista) Payne of Fordsville; a daughter, Kimberly Thomasson of Hartford; his parents, Larry and Bonnie Payne of Hartford; grandchildren, Emilee Thomasson, Dakota Payne, Hadleigh Payne, Mason Payne, Sophia Castillo and Elijah Castillo; brother, Steven (Melanie) Payne of Hartford; and grandmother, Jean Rice of Owensboro.

     Memorial services will be noon Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at Geary Funeral Home.  Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service at the funeral home.  Memorial contributions may be made to Geary Funeral Home toward final expenses.