Mario Gaines Obituary
The memory of Mario Gaines (East Saint Louis, Illinois), who passed away on April 27, 2026 at the age of 66, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. 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 Mario Gaines to pay them a last tribute.
Though Mario may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Mario touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Nathaniel Gaines and Shirley Gaines; and his brothers, Kenny Gaines and Timothy Gaines. He is survived by: his uncle Norman Stevens; Shameka Love of Virginia, Sheena Gaines of East St and Shonte Hand (Leonard) of Cahokia Heights. He is also survived by nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
