James "Jimmy" Douglas Gaines

James (Jimmy) Douglas Gaines, 83, of Pensacola, Florida passed away on March 24, 2024, at Pruitt Healthcare Facility. He was born in Hudson, NC to the late Albert W. and Stella Gaines. He is proceeded in death by his son Doug Gaines and brothers Gary and Rick Gaines.

Jimmy and his wife Joyce owned an Automotive Car Dealership Owner for over 30 years. He was a member of the Windy Hill Baptist Church enjoyed attending Bible Study and Church activities.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years Joyce Gaines of the home. His children David (Melanie), Granite Falls NC; Belinda (Warren) Todd, Milton, FL; Sharleen (Jon) Luoma, Pensacola, FL and Angela (Steve) Connell, Matthews, NC. His siblings Steve (Jeweldyn) Gaines; Albert Jr. (Pat) Gaines; Jackie (Ronnie) Cardwell; Sandy (George) Maust all of Lenoir, NC; Susie (Johnny) Nichols, Hudson, NC and Walter (Sandra) Gaines, Buffalo, SC. 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Memorial service will be April 5, 2024, at 2:00 PM at Windy Hills Baptist Church Pensacola, Florida. In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to Pruitt Healthcare Facility 5530 Northrop Rd. Milton, FL 32570.