Ann Payne, 91, Passes Away in Missouri

Longtime Independence resident and banking industry veteran dies at Cross Creek at Lee's Summit

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Ann Payne, a 91-year-old resident of Independence, Missouri, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Cross Creek at Lee's Summit in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Payne had a long career in the banking industry, starting at Farmer's Savings Bank in Marshall and later working at Bank of America after moving to the Kansas City area in the 1950s. She was also a devoted homemaker and took great pride in her family, attending many of her grandchildren's activities.

Why it matters

Payne's passing marks the end of an era for a longtime resident of Independence, Missouri, a community that has seen significant changes over the decades. As a banking industry veteran and active community member, Payne's life story provides a glimpse into the history and evolution of the Kansas City metropolitan area.

The details

Ann Payne was born on March 16, 1934, in Nelson, Missouri, and was the daughter of Schuck T. Verts and Lois Richardson Verts. She was raised in the Nelson area and graduated from Nelson High School in 1952. On June 6, 1953, she married Daniel F. 'Dan' Payne, who passed away on March 19, 2021. In addition to her banking career, Payne was a dedicated homemaker and took great pride in keeping an immaculate home. She enjoyed hobbies such as gardening, cooking, sewing, and arts and crafts.

  • Ann Payne passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.
  • Visitation will be held from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Campbell-Lewis Funeral Home in Marshall.
  • Graveside services will follow the visitation in Nelson Cemetery in Nelson.

The players

Ann Payne

A 91-year-old resident of Independence, Missouri, who had a long career in the banking industry, starting at Farmer's Savings Bank in Marshall and later working at Bank of America after moving to the Kansas City area in the 1950s. She was also a devoted homemaker and took great pride in her family.

Daniel F. 'Dan' Payne

Ann Payne's husband, who passed away on March 19, 2021.

Schuck T. Verts

Ann Payne's father.

Lois Richardson Verts

Ann Payne's mother.

Vivian Bailey

Ann Payne's sister.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

Ann Payne's life story reflects the changing landscape of the Kansas City metropolitan area, as she navigated a successful banking career and dedicated herself to her family and community. Her passing marks the end of an era for a longtime resident who witnessed the evolution of the region over the course of her lifetime.