Dorothy "Dot" Ann (Putnam) Payton

Dorothy Ann Payton, 86, of Stafford, passed away peacefully in her sleep Friday, January 27, 2023. Dorothy “Dot” was preceded in death by her loving Husband, Thomas (Tom) Gene Payton Sr in 2001. She was also preceded in death by both of her parents and her 5 siblings. Dot was born January 14, 1937 in Strasburg, Va to the late Thurman and Fannie May Putnam. She grew up in a large loving family with 3 sisters; Evelyn, Betty and Alice as well as 2 brothers; Melvin and Thurman Jr. In her early 20’s she enjoyed the DC nightlife where she met a handsome bouncer and Marine, PFC Thomas Payton. After a quick courtship Dot and Tom were married in 1956. They raised 4 children; Dianna, Tracie, Thomas Jr and John. Dot was an avid bowler and was very active in her community. She could be found at any activity her children and grandchildren participated in. She loved Elvis and even got to see a live performance. She enjoyed her career as a dedicated county employee and retired from Prince William County Schools Transportation Department in the early 2000’s. Those left to cherish her memories include her daughters Dianna and Tracie her sons Thomas Jr and John (Renee). Her 10 grandchildren; Jeremiah Jr (Sheena), Dana, Thomas, Megan (Kevin), Brittany, Brandon, Jonathan, Amber, Christian and Kyle. As well as 12 great grandchildren; Chase, Christopher, Kaleigh, Alexis, Payton, McKenna, Noah, Grace, Scarlett, Penelope, Wayland and Mila. Her family will receive friends 2 to 4 p.m. followed by a celebration of life at 4pm Saturday, February 4th at Mullins and Thompson at 186 Shelton Shop Rd., Stafford Va 22554. A private inurnment to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, https://fightcf.cff.org/site/TR/GreatStrides/130_Virginia_Richmond?team_id=119822&pg=team&fr_id=9736 Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mullinsthompsonstafford.com for the Payton family.