Brett Anthony Payne

Brett died at his residence in Alexandria, VA. His wife Juliette preceded him in death in 2018 from kidney disease. His father, Theodore (Ted) Payne also preceded him. Upon graduation from Washington-Lee High School, Brett attended James Madison University. He was then employed at Washington Gas. In 1988, he resided in Barbados for over a year where he met his future wife, Juliette. His whole family was very active in their church for many years. He is the author of the book "MY FAVORITE TEAMMATE IS THE KID NAMED JESUS" published in 2014. Surviving are his children, Lieutenant Lilly A. Payne, Victoria R. Payne, and Gracie M. Payne; mother, Barbara Micale Payne; brothers, William T. Payne, David M. Payne; siste, Marie P. Clore (Duane) of Culpeper, VA; many nieces; two great-nephews, and numerous cousins. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Word of Grace Christian Church, 13832 Redskin Drive, Herndon, VA 20191, or the charity of your choice.