Obituary of Charles Harold Gaines

Charles Harold Gaines Battle Ground, Washington November 12, 1957 ~ June 10, 2020 Charles “Chuck” Harold Gaines was born in Omaha, NE on November 12th, 1957. He passed away in Vancouver, WA on June 10th, 2020. Chuck graduated Plattsmouth High School class of 1976.He proudly served in the US Army Reserves from 1976-1982 Chuck was a proud family man, a good friend, and was very hard-working and dependable. He ran 2 successful businesses for over 22 years. He had a passion for Nebraska Cornhusker Football and loved to build and race cars. He loved running and playing basketball, whether it be with the city and church leagues or at home with his kids. He made a lasting impression on anyone he met and was always willing to drop everything to help out anyone who needed it. His smile was contagious, and he loved cracking jokes to make people laugh. He was an amazing husband and a devoted father. He always did whatever he could to help his kids and was the best Papa any grandkid could ask for. He is missed more than words can explain. Chuck is survived by his wife of 37 years Patti Gaines, his children Mark (wife Kattie) and Heather, grandchildren Markus, Haley and Taylor, brother Frank, sister Zora, and many extended family members. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Frank and Irene Gaines, and his younger brothers Mark and Kenny Gaines.