Donna Payne

Donna Payne, 13-year-old seventh grader, is the champion speller at Oak Grove school.

She is a repeat champion having represented Oak Grove in the county spelling bee last year.  This year's county contest is April 15th.

Donna is the daughter of Gene & Betty (Sailor) Payne, Route 1, Wayne City.  Her teacher is Leland Belangee.

Donna's ahnentafel:

1. Donna Payne

2. Gene Payne

3. Betty Sailor

4. Perry Payne

5. Nova Robertson

6. Allen Sailor

7. Ruth Staggs

10. John Robertson

11. Rose Moore

13. Flora Wilson

14. Lewis Staggs

15. Flora Decker

20. James Robertson

21. Mary Maulding

22. Edward Moore

23. Nancy Jordan