Birth date: May 23, 1954 Death date: Apr 28, 2024
John Franklin (Jackie) Gainey was born to the late Josephine and Jack Gainey on May 23, 1954. He is the oldest of four, leaving on this earth sisters Patricia Ann Tippitt, Cathy Wood Deason (James) and brother George Gainey (Mindy Read Obituary
Dear John,
Over decade sitting in a weekly circle of men I had the blessing of becoming a friend and confidant. Traveling heavy or light, together we were all in good hands with you. Even while skiing the bumps, and having a cold one in the lodge. I know your soul is delighting in a life well-lived. We are sad you had to get up and fly away, may the four winds blow you safely home. You are with us for the rest of our lives, until we meet again. Love to his Family, Toby and Michelle Goldman. Las Vegas NV
I’m so blessed to have had Mr.John be part of mine and my families lives! He was always a joy to be around. From the very first time I met Mr.John he felt like family. His zest for life was infectious! he was always so much fun and so thoughtful!
Love,
Rebecca and Family
As I write this it’s hard for me to believe that I won’t experience your lively and uplifting personality again, John. You will be sorely missed. You and I had many great memories: cruises together, late night chats (sometimes with cigars, always with booze), having my first martini (it was terrible), ski trips, Thanksgiving turkeys, playing craps (HORN HIGH YO), playing blackjack (“You think I should hit on this?” “No, I don’t think you should”), cougars on steroids, and many more. I’ll just share my favorite one here.
Our ski trip together in Colorado at Copper Mountain. There was a huge amount of snow that fell the first day we got there. They were crazy and tough conditions, but also very fun. We went up our first lift and started coming down, but you had fallen in the deep snow and couldn’t get up. It was incredibly tough to get up, the second you put your hands in the snow you instantly sank. You told us to not worry about it and go on instead. We went down and back up three times, probably taking 30 minutes per run for 1.5 hours in total. Yet, each time we passed you were sitting there with a smile on your face, cozy as a cucumber, still making friends with everyone who came by. Finally, the third time we came by we all cheered you on to get up. You got up and came down easily with us.
We all enjoyed the rest of our time skiing without any issue. We had a fantastic time in great conditions. I smile every time I think of that story. For me, it’s a reminder of your kind hearted nature, your perseverance, and your ability to have fun in every situation.
With much love,
Adam Decker
No one could ask for a better husband. John was loving, fun, kind, fun, caring, fun, adventurous, … did I mention fun? Yes, we had a good time wherever we went. We always held hands, we kissed like teenagers, we appreciated each other’s talents and abilities. He told me he loved me every day of our marriage, and I felt loved every single day. When I had wronged him from time to time, he said ”I stopped throwing rocks a long time ago”… and it was true. He did not hold a grudge, he forgave really fast, and he was always ready to find resolution and peace, We were respectful of each other. We enjoyed 48 years of excitement packed into 8 years of marital bliss. Thank you, JFG, for the ride of my life! See you in heaven! Your loving and faithful wife, Dianna Kaye❤️❤️❤️
