Frederick R. Payne Jr.

Frederick R. Payne Jr.
Born(1911-07-31)July 31, 1911
Elmira, New York, United States
DiedAugust 6, 2015(2015-08-06) (aged 104)
Rancho Mirage, California, United States
AllegianceUnited States
Service / branchUnited States Marine Corps
Years of service1935–1958
RankBrigadier general
Battles / warsWorld War II
Korean War
Awards
Other workSouthern California Edison (1958–1976)

Frederick Rounsville "Fritz" Payne Jr. (July 31, 1911 – August 6, 2015) was a World War II Ace and a brigadier general in the United States Marine Corps. Payne was awarded the Navy Cross for service with VMF-212.