James Gaines Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Gaines of Bridgeton, Missouri, who passed away on November 1, 2025 at the age of 88. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Gaines to pay them a last tribute.
Though James has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Howell Gaines and Jettie Lee Gaines (Dearing); his brother Charles Lee Gaines (Dixie Clapper); and his son Stephen Dearing Gaines. He is survived by: his daughter Kimberly "Kim" Gaines of Maryland Heights, MO; and his brother William "Bill" Gaines (Joanne) of Macon.
The family suggests memorials to the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis. 1300 Stassner Drive, Brentwood, MO 63144.
