Jane Aaron Payne
October 26, 1938 ~ January 20, 2023
Born in:
Fresno, CA
Resided in:
Winchester , KY
Jane Aaron Payne peacefully passed away in her sleep at home on January 20, 2023. Satenig Der Torosian (Jane) was born to Ashken and Nazaret Der Torosian on October 26, 1938, in Fresno, CA; the eighth of nine children.
The daughter of Armenian immigrants, she was raised on her family ranch near Fresno. She was proud of her heritage; and family was the most important thing to her. She was proud of the three sons she and her husband, Bill Aaron, raised in Owensboro, KY. Following Bill’s passing, Jane became the matriarch and guiding light for her family, always encouraging education.
Jane was a long-time member of the Omico Plastics team, where she served as the Quality Control Manager and a mentor to many young team members. Once retired, she volunteered in the Owensboro community transporting cancer patients and providing tax preparation assistance through the AARP Foundation Tax-Assist program. She would want to be remembered for her love of family, empathy, honesty and continuing desire to always do more – just as she lived her life.
Jane is preceded in death by husbands Bill Aaron and Tom Payne; brothers Steve Torosian, Ted Torosian, Amos Torosian and John Torosian; and sister Margaret Vulich.
Jane is survived by three sons, Chris (Christie) Aaron of Winchester, KY, Tom (Julie) Aaron of Brentwood, TN, and Larry Aaron of Somerset, KY; two step-sons, Mark Payne of Owensboro, KY and Perry Payne of Memphis, TN and one step-daughter, Paula Payne of Owensboro; eight grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren. Jane is also survived by brothers Haig Torosian and Leo Torosian; and sister, Marion Pistoresi.
A visitation and celebration of life will be held at Haley McGinnis Funeral Home at 519 Locust Street, Owensboro, KY 42301, on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at Rosedale Cemetery in Dawson Springs, KY.
Remembrances may be made to the American Cancer Society in Kentucky or the Armenian Education Foundation.
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mrs. Payne. Leave your messages of condolence for the family of Jane Aaron Payne and sign her virtual guestbook at www.haleymcginnis.com.
Services
Visitation: January 24, 2023 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Room: Chapel
Haley McGinnis Funeral Home & Crematory
519 Locust St.
Owensboro, KY 42301
https://www.HaleyMcGinnis.com
Graveside Service: January 25, 2023 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Room: Rosedale Cemetery- Dawson Springs
I had the honor and privilege to know and go on adventures with her when she visited! Those precious moments talking and sharing with her will be forever in my heart and memories! I will miss talking with her on the phone or texting! I loved like a mother and will truly miss her as I know her beautiful family will! The heavens are blessed to have gained a angel! Until we meet again RIP
Susan Aaron
Our condolences to the entire Payne and Aaron families. We only met Jane on a couple occasions but she left a lasting impression of love and compassion.
I had a lot of respect for Jane!! We worked together for over 25 years. I’m sure she will missed greatly. ❤️❤️
Our thoughts are with Jane’s wonderful family. She was one of a kind. As a young teenager she was a great example of perseverance to me. May she rest in peace and your memories of her be a blessing to you all.
She was a great lady. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
I’m so sorry to hear about Jane’s passing. I loved working with her in Road to Recovery. She was a special friend.
It is with deep sadness to hear the passing of Aunt Jayne. I am so sorry for the family loss. It would be futile to even try to describe. She had lovely big family in Kentucky and from the pictures it’s obvious she was the family monarch. It is with regret I never got to see her life in Kentucky.
She was always such a joy with a great spirit when we all got to see her on her visits in Fresno. I remember her as always being there without any hesitation when in need.
On her visits to Fresno, she was always zesty with energy, a joy to be with and it was always sad to see her leave.
With Aunt Jayne’s passing there will always be an emptiness knowing she is another place. Just know she is still with you in your heart.
Sincere love and condolences to all of the family.
In my thoughts and prayers friends and family;