IRENE ELIZABETH PAINE

1919 - 2015

IRENE ELIZABETH PAINE obituary, 1919-2015, Memphis, TN

BORN

1919

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Memphis Funeral Home - Poplar

5599 Poplar Ave

Memphis, Tennessee

IRENE PAINE Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 31, 2015.

Irene Elizabeth Paine, of Memphis, Tennessee died on March 30, 2015. She was 95. A member of Colonial United Methodist Church, she was always giving to others, loved art and to refinish antique furniture; and was famous for her strawberry cake. Her family will receive guests for sharing stories and memories on Friday, April 3, from 5PM – 8PM and funeral services will begin at 10AM on Saturday, April 4 all at Memphis Funeral Home located at 5599 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, TN 38119. Along with her parents and six siblings, Mrs. Paine was also preceded in death by her husband John Milton Paine, Sr. She is survived by her daughter Carolyn Paine (James) Santos; three sons John M (Sandra) Paine, Jr., Jack L. (Rhonda) Paine, and Brad (Debbie) Paine; sisters Pearl Roye and Barbara Thompson; brother Charles Edward Thornton; grandchildren Kelly & Dallas Santos, Scott Paine, Tabatha Scammon, Jena Pain, Rusty Paine, Erika Paine, Todd Paine & Lee Paine; great-grandchildren Lucas & Zachary Brown, Mitch Scammon, Jordynn & Carson Paine, and Knox Paine. In lieu of customary remembrances contributions in her honor may be offered to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online condolences and floral tributes may be expressed through www.memphisfuneralhome.net.

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April 16, 2015

Hi family, this is Earline Oddo ....the lady from New Orleans . Your Mom ( Ms. Liz ) was my neighbor ; friend for the time spent in Memphis.(Cheryl, another neighbor ,thankfully contacted me re. your Mom's passing ) As y'all know we ( my late husband Randy and myself ) moved here after Katrina . Our lives were in so much disruption , however your Mom and Dad made us feel welcome and right at home ! They were like parents to us and treated us with such affection and understanding that will never be forgotten ! I will always hold a special place in my heart for your Mother and am truly sorry for your loss ! Take care / sincere condolences ! Feel free to contact me !

April 3, 2015

John Street

Brad, I was very sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. I will always have great memories of Mrs. Paine

April 2, 2015

Linda Bradley

Brad, I'm so sorry to read of your mother's death. I wish you and your family peace and comfort during this difficult time.

April 2, 2015

Richard & Melinda Halford

Brad, Debbie and Family, we will never forget the inspiration of your dear Mom Irene. She wa such a bright light in this world and filled up a room and our hearts with her presence. Her beautiful spirit will live on in all those who were so privileged to know her. All our love to you and your family as you say farewell to one of the greatest on earth. Love, Melinda & Ricky Halford, Black Mountain, NC

April 1, 2015

Corry Thornton

To my Aunt's, Cousins & Father:

Even though I will not be able to be there in person...I share with you in the celebration of Aunt Irene's amazing life as a Women, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Friend, Entrepreneur & the Matriarch of the Thornton Family for 95 years!

I wish each of you the very best as we share our memories & celebrate an amazing person & life!

Corry White Thornton

April 1, 2015

Farrah Wright

I work with her niece Charline Gryder, who has always had sweet things to say about Aunt Irene and talked about her often. She seems to have been one tough cookie and, my oh my, to be able to live such a long, full life! May God, peace, love, and friendship be with all of you as you remember her and cherish the memories.

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