Marjorie M. Payne

Marjorie Mae (Ekstrom) Payne, 94, of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away October 11, 2026. Born November 1, 1931, in Wayne, Kansas, Marjorie was the daughter of Wendell and Mable (Holmberg) Ekstrom of Agenda, Kansas. She graduated from Agenda High School in 1950.

Marjorie married Richard Payne in Papillion, Nebraska, on June 8, 1951. They settled and started their family in Lincoln. When their children were young, they moved to a farm just west of Lincoln, where they raised chickens, goats, ducks, and horses. Marjorie loved to care for her animals. The family often took trips to visit relatives in Oregon, maintaining close ties across the miles.

In the early 1970’s, Marjorie began working for Alpo in Crete, where she was employed for 10 years. When grandchildren arrived, she stepped away from work to help care for them, giving her time and attention to the family she cherished.

Beyond the joy she found in her children and grandchildren, Marjorie and Richard shared a love of fishing, returning often to a special spot at Horseshoe Bend Lake near Ruby, Nebraska.

Marjorie was a very active member of Gentle Shepherd Baptist Church, where her faithful presence and service were an important part of her life.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; her daughter, Marjorie Brockman; and her great-grandson, Maverick Polley. She is survived by her daughters, Deanna (Thomas) Callahan, Rena (Carl) Barrow, and Jody (Mike) O'Brien; grandchildren Chris Callahan, Kelly (Billy) Frazier, Lynn (Jason) Stoops, Sarah (Travis) Peeler, Trista (Ben) Harwood, Michael O'Brien, and Beth (Jeff) Oldfield; 12 great-grandchildren; son-in-law Bruce Brockman; and many nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, October 15, 2026, at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S 14th Street, Lincoln, Nebraska. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, October 16, 2026, at Gentle Shepherd Baptist Church, 1601 W Burnham Street, Lincoln, Nebraska.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.