Carla Marie Gaines

Carla Marie Gaines

Carla Gaines Obituary

Published by O'Halloran & Murphy Funeral and Cremation Services - St. Paul from Oct. 14 to Oct. 16, 2008.
Gaines, Carla Marie Age 51. Loving Wife, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, and Friend. Passed away October 11, 2008. Survived by husband, Jon; Mother, Rosemarie; sisters and brothers, Donna (Don), Tom (Kim), Susie, Mike (Ann), Mary Ann (Pat); mother-in-law, Consuelo Peterson, and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Preceded in death by father, Donald. Carla was a sensitive, genuine, compassionate, creative spirit who will be dearly missed and loved by all of us. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Thursday, October 16 at HOLY SPIRIT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 512 S. Albert St. St. Paul. Visitation 4-8 PM Wednesday, October 15 at O'HALLORAN & MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 575 S. Snelling Ave. St. Paul (651-698-0796), and 1 hour prior to the Mass at church. Private interment at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the family.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.

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October 16, 2008

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October 15, 2008

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October 14, 2008

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Denise

October 16, 2008

We offer our deepest sympathy. When tragedy strikes and takes the life of our innocent loved ones, many cry out with we great sorrow. Your tears are not unnoticed by the Creator of Life. Never was it his purpose for our human lives to be taken away. Although your deep pain will not easily disappear, prayer to God will bring comfort to you as you grieve. The Bible assures us God "is healing the broken hearted ones, and is binding up their painful spot." Psalm 147:3

Mary Ann O'Shaughnessy

October 15, 2008

Carla:

My special sister, we are going to miss you dearly....you had wonderful energy, humor, spirit and joy. You struggled through a horrific battle, but now you are resting in peace!!!!

We'll love you always.

Anna Lange

October 14, 2008

Carla was my first babysitter! Peace, love and blessing to Rosy and the family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers all the way from Seattle. Sincerely, Cousin Annie Lange

Jim & Holly Harwig

October 14, 2008

Thanks for being my friend. I will miss you.

Phyllis Korkki

October 14, 2008

Carla was my good friend for 30 years. I first met her in college, and from the start I was struck by her perceptiveness, honesty, empathy and intuition. She had a finely tuned sensitivity that made her so fragile and incredibly rare and special, and I am grateful that I had the chance to know her.

Amy Noble

October 14, 2008

I hope that you will be remembered for your victories and strengths.

Amy Noble

October 14, 2008

I will miss you and think about your words during early morning talks. Much love to you and your family.

Milton & Kathleen Moya

October 14, 2008

Our thoughts and payers are with the family during this difficult time.

Milton Moya

October 14, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
My sincere condolences and prayers to Jonathan and his family

Jeff S

October 14, 2008

God Bless you Carla, and family. We'll miss your friendly face on Monday & Wednesday mornings.

Kama Kreynest

October 14, 2008

Carla was a beautiful person who brought love to everything and everyone around her. I'm glad she was a part of my life.

Lynette Fayerman

October 14, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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