Kristina Dawn Payne

Kristi's love overflowed in her 39 years as a daughter, sister, mother, auntie, cousin, friend, sports radio personality and podcaster. She leaves behind a 6 year old son, Mason, who was her pride and joy!

“Hey Friend!” That was Kristi’s motto. Beautiful inside and out, she didn't know how to not be nice. Kristi was intelligent enough to be a CEO, tall and pretty enough to be a runway model, kind and compassionate enough to be your therapist, and humble enough to not be aware of how special she truly was. She could out argue anyone about sports, and loved music - more specifically old school R&B and Hip Hop. She enjoyed baking and recently started exploring more cooking recipes thanks to quarantine.

Kristi rarely talked about herself - she was always gushing over her hopes and dreams for her friends and family. Their biggest supporter. First to congratulate. She had a way of making you feel like the smallest accomplishment was the most important thing in the universe and worthy of accolades. She didn't really stress over her life; things flowed, and she was determined to step into the best version of herself while raising a beautiful vibrant boy.

In addition to her son, Kristi leaves leaves behind loving family members, her boyfriend, and an extended circle of friends that were Fr-amily to her! On Earth, we have lost Kristi. In the Creator's heaven, she is welcomed by her older brother and grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, the family has set up a GoFundMe campaign to accept donations that will help cover final expenses and care for her son. GoFundMe Link: http://gf.me/u/yvrvsj