Mr. Jerry Payne, age 74, passed away at Bainbridge Healthcare on March 29, 2024. No services are planned for Mr. Payne at this time. Mr. Payne was born in Athens, Georgia on January 31, 1950 to Willie Calvin Payne and Cora Lee Wiley Payne. He owned his own air conditioning business in the Athens area. He grew up in Athens as an avid Georgia Bulldog fan and loved playing golf. Jerry Payne is survived by several children and grandchildren along with his siblings, Betty Conoly of Bainbridge, Georgia and Rick Payne (Ann) of Rutledge, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents as well as five siblings. On-line condolences may be sent at www.coxiveyfuneralhome.com . Cox-Ivey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.