Rose Payne Johnson
Rose Marie (Hayslett) Payne Johnson, 74, of Stuarts Draft, VA (previously from Boonesville, VA) passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, December 15, 2025. Marie was born to Ernest Wilson Hayslett and Thelma Marie Manspile on November 4, 1951 in Rockbridge County, VA.
After graduating from Albemarle High School, Marie worked retail and drove a school bus for Albemarle County Schools and the YMCA. Marie loved the mountains, animals, classic cars and children. Her grandchildren were her pride and joy.
She married the late John Elek Payne in 1972, who passed away in 1980. She is survived by their two sons, John Payne (Stacie) of Yorktown and Chris Payne (Toviah) of Waynesboro.
In addition to her parents and first husband, she is preceded in death by a second mother, Sarah Hayslett and son, Tony Johnson, two brothers, Ernie Hayslett and Randy Higgins and one sister, Terry Higgins. S
In addition to her sons, she is survived by her former husband, Roy Lee Johnson, of Stuarts Draft; son, Tim Johnson; grandchildren: Chelsea, Cameron, Justin, Courtney, Hunter, Zach and Syilus; great grandchildren: Leighton, Jackson and Zealand; brother, Buck Hayslett, five sisters: Penny Mayo, Wanda Walton, Diane Hall, Donna Dean and Debbie Gibson; as well as a number of nieces, nephews, and friends.
A memorial service will be conducted at 7pm on Friday, December 19, 2025 at Charlton and Groome Funeral Home.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to services at the funeral home.
Honorary Pallbearers are Paul Yowell, Chris Miller, Marvin Johnson, John Payne, Chris Payne and Justin Payne.
A Tribute to Marie
Proverbs 17:6 reminds us: “Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents.”Marie embodied this truth. Her joy was magnified in the presence of her grandchildren, who were her crown and delight. The warmth of her smile could brighten even the darkest of nights, a reflection of the love she carried in her heart.
Proverbs 31:31 declares: “Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate.”Marie’s hands were never idle—they were hands of service, of care, of love. Whether through the meals she prepared, the prayers she lifted, or the gentle guidance she offered, her works spoke louder than words. Today, we honor her not only for what she did, but for who she was: a faithful servant of Christ, a devoted mother and grandmother, and a cherished friend.
Though her passing leaves a space that cannot be filled, we take comfort in knowing that Marie is with the Lord Jesus Christ. Her faith has become sight, and her earthly labors have given way to eternal rest.
Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched, in the family she nurtured, and in the love she gave so freely. May we carry forward her example of devotion, kindness, and faith, so that her works continue to bring praise—not only at the city gate, but in our hearts forever.
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