Richard Clayton Paynter, 59, of Princeton, WV passed away with family and friends by his side on Sunday, February 25, 2018. He was born August 28, 1958, in Bluefield, WV, to parents Robert Clay Paynter and Maze Louvena Paynter Martin.  Ricky was a loving father, grandfather, brother, and husband.  Ricky had two passions in life apart from family, nascar and landscaping.   At the end of the day he loved relaxing with his wife watching TV.  Ricky was preceded in death by his brother, Billy Martin.  He is survived by his wife Tammy Pruitt Paynter; Sisters Dreama, Marian & husband Mike, and Bobbie; Children Craig, Robbie, Ryan, Jeremy, Scotty, Aaron, and Melinda; nieces and nephews; 7 grandchildren.  Memorial will be 3/10 at his home.

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