Richard R. Payne, age 71, passed away peacefully on Sunday April 2, surrounded by family and friends. Rick truly lived life to the fullest, loved his family, his dogs, traveling and talking to anyone he'd meet. He is survived by his wife Susan (nee Mason); children, Jason, Angela, Elizabeth (Jaime Valle), and Eric (Jaclyn Jennetten); grandchildren, Elena, Ada, Arianna, Xavier, Leah, and Olivia; mother Betty Payne(nee Benson); brother Scott; cousin, uncle and good friend to many. A memorial gathering and celebration of his life will be held on Friday April 7th at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles from 4PM until 8PM. funeral info 847-966-7302 or www.skajafuneralhomes.com