John Howard Gaines, 61, of Bonlee, died Friday, July 30, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family and friends.
Mr. Gaines was born on November 2, 1959, in Chatham County and was the son of Howard J. “Buck” and Carlile Fields Gaines. He was employed by N. G. Purvis as a Truck Driver. John was a member of Bonlee Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing golf, poker and riding his motorcycle. He was a prankster and loved meeting his friends for coffee. John loved all kinds of music, singing and playing his guitar. He was preceded in death by his mother.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Cindy Craven Gaines; son, Justin H. Gaines of Bonlee; father, Howard J. :Buck” Gaines of Bonlee; and sister, Lisa Gaines and husband, Barry of Goldston.
The family will receive friends Saturday, August 14, 2021, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Bonlee Baptist Church, 25 Al Davis Road, Bonlee, N.C. 27312. A celebration of life will follow at 11 a.m., with Ritchie Nall, Rev. Frank Taylor and Rev. Bob Lovette officiating. Inurnment will follow at Hope Cemetery, Bonlee.
Memorials may be made to UNC Hospice, P.O. Box 1077, Pittsboro, N.C. 27312.
Smith & Buckner funeral Home is assisting the Gaines Family.
Online condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com.