Michael was born in Cartersville, Georgia, December 11, 1964 to the late Oscar Payne and the late Christine Pilgrim Payne. He enjoyed buying and selling antiques.
He is survived by his sister, Martha Payne; nieces, Vickie, Kendell, and Shawna along with his companion, Patty Gonzalez.
Family and friends will gather at a later date to celebrate his life.
The Smith & Miller Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Michael Todd Payne.
Al was born in Rome, GA on July 24, 1961, to the late Billy Statham and Margaret Mitchell Statham. He spent his entire life in Polk County and was a graduate of Rockmart High School, Class of 1979.
He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing softball, but most of all, his greatest joy was watching his granddaughter play softball. He had his special place at the end of his fence where he loved watching Kiley play. He also enjoyed shooting pool with Braidyn and loved working outside.
In addition to his parents, Al was preceded in death by his nephew, Seth Hitchcock.
He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Kris Statham, to whom he married on March 20, 1982; his daughter, Hannah (Corey) Price; 3 grandchildren, Kiley Statham, Braidyn Statham, and Brian Bowman; his brothers, Phil (Loye) Statham, Mickey (Jerri) Statham; and his sister, Patricia (Eldon) Watts. Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services for Mr. Statham will be Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:00 pm in the chapel of Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Todd Jones officiating and eulogies given by Kiley Statham, Braiden Statham, and Mark Gray.
The family will receive friends Monday from 4:00 pm until the service hour at the funeral home.
Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the family of Mr. Alan Dale “Al” Statham.
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