Tena Louise Payne

She was born December 11, 1966 to Sally Henning and Russel Kelch.

Tena will always be remembered as a loving mother, friend, and colleague to all that knew and loved her. Strangers and friends alike were always met with the same smile that could brighten up any dark room. A light in everyone's life.

She was dearly loved by everyone she met. Tena utterly adored being a mother and sister, was a compassionate and reliable friend, and loved to build not only connections but foster friendships through work. She absolutely loved spending time with her family, taking care of her numerous fur-babies, and taking time for her hobbies, whether that be working on cars or crocheting blankets for her grandbabies. There was nothing she couldn’t do or figure out herself, always down for an adventure no matter where it would take her.

A one in a million soul, Tena, will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and infectious personality where positivity never wavered. She was irreplaceable and will always be remembered as such.

Tena is survived by: daughters Hannah Payne and Courtney Swift; mother Sally Henning; brothers Shane Bruner, Jeramy Bruner, and Josh Henning; and sister Jackie Henning.

Tena was preceded in death by; father Russel Kelch; sister Laurie Bruner; husband Roy Payne; and son Cody Swift.