Deborah Elaine Rideau Gaines

1953 - 2021

Deborah Elaine Rideau Gaines, 67, of New Orleans, LA, entered into eternal rest on February 2, 2021. She was born to the late Turling and Celeste Rideau on February 25, 1953 in Lafayette, LA. Deborah graduated from Palmetto High in 1972 and relocated to New Orleans, LA where she met and married her late husband William R. Gaines. She was a lifelong laborer of the Lord and maintained membership at St. Luke Baptist Church. She is the sister of Robert, Brenda, Iris, John, Dwayne and the late Barbara, Turling Jr. and Reginald Sr. She was the mother of Kawana, Daniel, Russaca, Christian and Turling. She was also the grandmother of 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was also a dedicated aunt, friend and church member. Her memorial service will be held on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at New Hope Baptist Church, 1807 Rev John Raphael Jr Way, New Orleans, LA 70113 at 2:00 pm officiated by Rev. Vincent G. Mitchell. Due to Covid-19 pandemic it is mandatory everyone in attendance wear a face mask and practice social distancing. Arrangements by Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, INC. 2715 Danneel St. NOLA, 70113. Information: (504) 895-4903. To sign online guestbook please visit: http://www.estellejwilsonfuneralhome.com/.