David Payne

David was proceeded by: Roscoe Bernard Payne (father), of Pittsburg, PA. Frances Frentrup Hesse (mother) of Pittsburg, PA. Nancy Vallone (second mother) of Clearwater, FL. Donna Lee Posely (sister), Dodie Ann Payne (sister), both of Pittsburg PA.

David is survived by: His Loving Wife, His “Pumpkin” Donna S Wiggins (Payne) of Summerville, SC. Charles “Charlie” Vallone of Clearwater, FL (second father). David is survived by 5 children, 10 Grandchildren, and 4 Great-Grandchildren. Names\Ages to follow: Daughter-Kacie Brooke Chambers Payne (Stephen) (39) of IN; Kacie’s Children: Ãndrea Michelle Stephen (20) of IN, Timothy Wayne Stephen III (16) of IN, Albert Asberry Stephen IV (15) of IN, Son-Charles David Payne (35) of IN, Charles’ Children: Jaxson Carter Phillip Payne (8) of IN, Marin Elizabeth Jacobs (16) of IN, Daughter-Donna Marie Kelley (48) (Husband Danny) of OK; Donna’s Children: Ashley Tonette Kelley (28) of OK, Ashley’s Children: Kenadie Rayy Harder (8) of OK, Liam Danny Harder (2) of OK, Dustin Michael Kelley (27) (Wife Audrey) of OK; Dustin’s Children: Charlie Irisann Kelley (3) of OK, Blakey Laine Kelley (9 months) of OK, Taylor Marie Kelley (25) of OK; Daughter-Dana Michelle McIrvin (38) of SC ; Dana’s Children: Katelyn Renee McIrvin (19) of SC, Megan Elizabeth Griffith (11) of SC, Daughter-Britany Nichole Judy (35) of SC; Daughter - Jennifer Marie Guay (Ricky) and their three children.

David’s achievements, awards, medals, and ships: David retired from the Navy, April 1, 1997. A war veteran of Desert Storm. David served with pride to protect his country!

Medals:

Good Conduct Medal (4th), Navy Unit Commendation, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal (2nd), Sea Service Deployment Ribbon (7th), Navy Achievement Medal, Battle “E” Ribbon (3rd), Coast Guard Special Operations Ribbon (2nd), Navy Expeditionary Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Commendation and NATO Medal.

Ships he served on: NTC ORLANDO, FL Aug ’77 USS JESSE L BROWN FF-1089 Dec ‘77-Feb ’84; FCTCLANT Damneck, VA March ‘84-March ’87,

USS ELPAO LKA-117 April ‘87-Sept ’89; USS SOUTH CAROLINA CGN-37

Oct ‘89-Feb ’92; NAVAL WEAPON STATION Charleston, SC March ‘92- March ’95; USS SHEVEPORT LPN-12 April ‘95-Aug ’97.

After retirement, David worked Security at Northwoods Mall North Charleston, SC. He became Security Director at Citadel Mall Charleston, SC. He also drove semi-trucks. His last job was working at O’Reily’s. He enjoyed fishing, boating, going on cruises with his “Pumpkin”, as well as spoiling her. Decorating his house for Christmas. Spending time with his kids and great kids.

He will be forever remembered and missed. We love you Biggie, to the moon and back David/Daddy/Dad.

A Visitation will be held March 31, 2022 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Carolina Memorial Funerals & Cremation, 7113 Rivers Ave., North Charleston, SC 29406. A Celebration of Life Serves will follow from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm in Carolina’s Chapel.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.carolinamemorial.com for the Payne family.