Birth date: Sep 15, 1930 Death date: Oct 21, 2021
Richard Lee Gaines, 91, of Wheeler died Thursday, October 21, 2021, in Wheeler. Services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, October 26, 2021, in the First Baptist Church in Wheeler with Rev. Rodney Weatherly and Rev. Larry Mitchell, offici Read Obituary
I was a student under Mr Gaines and also played basketball and he was my coach he was a nice guy.
We were both students of Mr. Gaines. We appreciate his dedication to educating generations of students.
May God bless and comfort your hearts.
Wayne and Joline Jones
Lafayette, LA
I always enjoyed visiting with Mr. Gaines. He was always so kind. Praying for comfort and strength for all of his family.
Billy and Rhond McWhorter
Coach Gaines was one of my favorite teachers !! He technique was very effective!! I remember him always being very kind and helpful! May he Rest In Peace ❤️ Prayers for comfort during this hard time ; he was a great man and touched many lives with that kind smile
Sincerely,
Patti Zepeda-DeBose
So sorry to hear about this. He was one of my favorite teachers. What a life well lived and a very special legacy he has left for Wheeler. Sending hugs and prayers for all of you.
