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James Edward "Jimmy" GAINES Jr.

James Edward "Jimmy" GAINES Jr. obituary

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James GAINES Obituary

GAINES, James "Jimmy" Edward Jr., departed this life November 7, 2009. He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved daughters, Gwendolyn Jefferson (Cornelius), Frances Chatman (James), both of Richmond, and Jenifer Chapital (Daniel) of Lithonia, Ga.; six grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; a devoted sister, Jane Archer; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where funeral services will be held Friday at 3 p.m. Dr. Victor L. Davis officiating. Entombment Virginia Veterans Cemetery.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Nov. 9 to Nov. 12, 2009.

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Jacqueline Lewis

November 13, 2009

Uncle Jimmy, I will truly miss you. YOUR LATTER YEARS WAS YOUR BEST YEARS. NOW GOD HAS CALLED YOU TO BE ANOTHER GEM IN HIS CROWN OF GLORY. YOU WAS A LOVING UNCLE, BROTHER AND FATHER.
FRANCES, GWEN, ANN, AUNT ROBERTA, KEEP THE FAITH AND STAY STRONG, GOD WILL CAARY YOU THROUGH! GOD BLESS YOU!

November 13, 2009

To the family of our Uncle Jimmy,
Life is a mixture of sunshine and rain, Laughter and pleasure, teardrops and pain, All days can't be bright, but it's certainly true, There was never a cloud the sun didn't shine through--Rice
Love, The Hudson Trcia) and Aboite(Andree) Family

Valarie Burchette

November 12, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Valarie Burchette

November 12, 2009

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Sandra Burchette

November 12, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Debbie Burchette Pettis

November 12, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cynthia Carter

November 12, 2009

Uncle Jimmy, we miss you dearly , you will be remembered in our hearts. Thank you for being a wonderful, kind,loving and caring brother to my mom and our grandmother.

sincerely,Cynthia and Children

November 12, 2009

Mr. James we will miss you dearly especially your frequent visits to Atlanta.
Yours Truly, PaPa, Judy & Norman (Atlanta, Ga.

Tracy Blackwell

November 12, 2009

To the family of Jimmy I just want to say I am the man I am today because of Mr. Jimmy Gaines he was a real inspiration to me when I was a teenager some 30 years ago he inspired me to go into the military which change my life for the better, I will always remember him for his wisdom and professionalism he will truly be missed, he was a man man. I just want to say thank you for Jimmy my mentor, he was my Hero God Bless

Danny Chapital

November 12, 2009

Pops I will miss you deeply. and cherish all the times we spend together.Danny Boy

frances gaines

November 12, 2009

Daddy you be missed and cherished dearly, love always Frances ,James and childern.

THELMA BLACKWELLAND FAMILY

November 12, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Robert (Mickey) & Sylvia Melvin

November 11, 2009

To the family of James Edward "Jimmy" Gaines Jr.
With thoughts of Sympathy
When you lose someone very precious no one else can really know all that you feel. But, please know that many caring thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.

From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home

November 12, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

November 9, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God continue to give you strength.

The staff of Henrico Dialysis

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