Elizabeth Jo Gaines Obituary
We bid farewell to Elizabeth Jo Gaines of Fort Payne, Alabama, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 6, 2026 at the age of 85. Elizabeth touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Elizabeth Jo Gaines to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Grady Lewis Gaines and Florence Adell Wise Gaines; her siblings, Ann Palmer, Robert Gaines and George Gaines; and her grandsons, Levi Haney and Heath Haney.
She is survived by: her children, Robbie Jo Haney Perez (Ray), Kelly Elizabeth Sanchez (Manuel), Valerie Smith Kirby (Cameron), Edward Rodger Smith (Diane), Mark Anthony Smith (Melissa), Michael Ivan Gaines (Deanna), John Grady Smith (Chanda) and Jason Brandon Smith (Melissa Grace); and her sister Gail Rowells (Leon). She is also survived by 21 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren.
