John Howard Payne

John Howard Payne, 47, of Middletown, passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, July 6, 2013.John was born on October 31, 1965 in Muncie to the late Irvin and Colleen Payne. He was a 1984 graduate of Shenandoah High School. He worked as a welder for American Playground Company.John is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Payne; six children; one sister, Cinda Inman of Rosedale, IN; one brother,Irvin Michael Payne of FL, five grandchildren, Chelsi Bowling, Shawne Bowling, Kira Coffman, Skyler Boze, and Baylie Boze; and one great-grandchild, Farah Bowling; and several nieces and nephews, including Crystal Inman Dombkowski of Lafayette, and Tony Inman of Fishers. John was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Joy McCord; and a brother-in-law, Willie Inman.The family has requested no public servicesOnline guestbook: www.ballardandsons.comThe Ballard family is honored to celebrate the life of John Payne with family and friends.