Vanita Gaines Obituary
The memory of Vanita Gaines of Quitman, Louisiana, born in Jonesboro, Louisiana, who passed away on January 22, 2026 at the age of 79, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Bell and Ruby Jewel Fullerton (Pierce); and her siblings, Lottie Atkinson (Gary) and Charlie Fullerton. She is survived by: her husband Billy Gaines; her children, Terri Smith (John David) and Stephen Lewter; her stepsons, Tim Gaines (Libby) and Kent Gaines; her grandchildren, Caleb Smith, Alyssa Lewter and Ashland Gaines; her brother Floyd Fullerton (Nancy); and her sister-in-law Carole Fullerton. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
