Don Michael Payte Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Don Michael Payte of Fort Worth, Texas, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on August 1, 2024 at the age of 74. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Don Michael Payte to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Don Michael had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Don Michael may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Samuel Gene Payte and Joyce Cecilia Doreck. He is survived by: his wife Cynthia Chapman; his children, Brandon and Kendall Shields (Aaron); his grandchildren, Reed and Emma Shields; his sister Diana Payte; his niece Shana Creel (James); his nephew Ryan Turner; and his great-nephew Andrew Creel. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and in-laws.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, 1012 14th Street NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC. 20005.
