Gavin A. Payne - Obituary

avin Alexander Payne was 16 years old at the time of his passing. He loved life to the fullest. There was never enough time in a day for Gavin. He always had to be doing something. He loved the water whether swimming in the ocean or pool, being in a boat, riding a jet ski, fishing or crabbing. Gavin also loved scary movies, cooking, boxing and music, so much so that he expressed interest in being in a band. He had a special gift for making anyone laugh. Gavin especially enjoyed working on things with his dad. He had a natural curiosity and it brought Gavin great joy to figure out how things worked. He also loved riding dirt bikes and go-karts with his dad. Gavin was a smart, caring young man. He was his mom Lisa’s best friend. His heart was exceptionally kind; he would help anyone. Gavin especially loved helping the elderly. He also cared very much for animals. Gavin loved going with his family to Heritage Baptist Church where he was baptized. His family meant everything to him. He loved his little brother and sisters very much. Gavin was a very helpful big brother. His life goal was to join the military, stand for our flag and fight for our country. Rest in peace, Gavin. We love you. Gavin is survived by his loving parents, Scott and Lisa Payne; his sisters, Skylar and Rylee and his brother, Carter; his grandparents, Jadene and Scott Payne, Sr. and Sue and Mark Brown; his great-grandparents, Nancy and Bernie White; his aunts and uncles, La La and Michael Payne and Kellie and Nick Brown; three cousins, Julia, Charlotte and Lucie; and many extended family and friends. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Gavin's life at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, at Heritage Baptist Church, 1740 Forest Drive, Annapolis, MD. Burial will be private. The family requests everyone dress as they normally would. Online condolences and tributes may be offered using the Memory Wall link on this page.