Obituaries - Larry Payne, Rachel Puente

Larry B Payne, age 60, of Moore Haven, passed away August 29, 2021 in Clewiston.

He was born Feb. 3, 1961 in Flint, MI, to the late Raymond Larry and Bernitta Ann (Harger) Payne.
He worked as a Finish Carpenter for Hammerhead Construction, and was well known for his superior skills.
He was a Semi-Pro Bass Fisherman, and he lived for fishing.

Survivors include one daughter: Sara Demarco
grandchildren: Cameryn and Issac Demarco
two brothers: Kevin Payne and Rick Payne
one sister: Gina Bradshaw

Memorial Services are pending.
Arrangements by Akin-Davis Funeral Home - LaBelle.

Rachel Puente
February 10, 1962 - August 26, 2021

Rachel was born February 10 1962 in the town of Edinburg Texas. She was the daughter of late Carlos Puente and Altagracia Gonzalez Puente. 

Shortly after birth, her family settled in LaBelle FL. where she graduated from LaBelle high school in 1980. 

She is survived by her son Carlos Jose Puente of LaBelle and many loving family members. 

Rachel was always a hardworking woman, having been instilled with the trait at a young age by her parents in the agriculture industry. She followed in her father's footsteps, working in agriculture for her entire adult life. Her hard work ethic and sacrifice was an inspiration to all. 

Rachel was also very active in her home life caring for and fostering a wide variety of animals. She cherished her time spent with family at gatherings and cookouts. 

Rachel was a beautiful soul who defined what it meant to be a strong, independent, and loyal woman. Rachel will be eternally missed but never forgotten. She will forever be in our hearts. 

Visitation 10-11am Service, 11:00 am, September 7, 2021 at Akin-Davis Funeral Home in LaBelle and Burial at Fort Denaud Cemetery.