Erika Payne
March 22, 1952 - September 27, 2025
Erika Payne Obituary
Lebanon, TN - Mrs. Erika Braun Payne, age 73 of Lebanon, passed away September 27, 2025, at her home. She was born in Munich, Germany, March 22, 1952, the daughter of Alexander and Mary Braun. She retired from the Nissan plant in Smyrna with over 20 years of service. She attended the Spring Creek Presbyterian Church.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by three sisters: Mary and Betty Braun, and Katie Raymond; brother, Alex Braun.
Survivors include her husband of 44 years, Joseph A. Payne; two children: Anthony (Brandy) Braun, Casey (Frank) Forkum; five grandchildren: Madilynn Forkum, Hannah Forkum, Emily Braun, Lindsey Braun, Logan Braun.
Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 11 a.m. from the Spring Creek Presbyterian Church with Rev. Elizabeth Gilliam officiating.
LIGON & BOBO FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. www.ligonbobo.com
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Lebanon, TN - Mrs. Erika Braun Payne, age 73 of Lebanon, passed away September 27, 2025, at her home. She was born in Munich, Germany, March 22, 1952, the daughter of Alexander and Mary Braun. She retired from the Nissan plant in Smyrna with over 20 years of service. She attended the Spring Creek Presbyterian Church.
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Published on September 29, 2025 in The Wilson Post
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