Frank S. Payne, 92, of Sandusky, OH formerly of Madisonville, KY passed away at 12:46 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2014 at Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky.

He was born on July 2, 1922 in Manitou, KY to the late America and Albert Payne. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in the Invasion of Normandy during WWII while serving Frank received the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star and many other medals. He formerly was a machinist at Aircraft Gear in Chicago, ILL and was of the Baptist faith.

He is survived by his son, Dennis F. Payne of Amherst, OH; his daughters, Nancy Jorgensen of Oberlin, OH and Gail Ann (George) Ksenich of Amherst, OH; his grandchildren, Valerie S. Payne, Michael J. Payne, Lisa Jorgensen, George Ksenich and Gannon Ksenich; and his great-granddaughter, Camilla Rose Payne.

A graveside service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 12, 2014 at Olive Branch Cemetery in Hanson, KY with Bro. Gary Taylor officiating. Military honors will be conducted graveside by the Hopkins County Honor Guard. Burial to follow. Harris Funeral Home in Madisonville is in charge of the arrangements.