Dwight Philip Gaines
February 23, 1949 ~ March 15, 2003
Dwight Philip Gaines, our dearest and loving Dad, Son, Brother, Uncle, Husband and Friend, passed away March 15, 2003. He was born in Tucson, Arizona, on February 23, 1949 to Philip and Vary Bell Gaines.
Dwight was preceded in death by his dear father. He is survived by his sons, Clabe and Troy; mother, Vary Bell; sister, Elaine; nieces, Kim and Audra; and former wife and companion of many years, Debbie; along with extended family in Arizona, Mississippi and California.
Dwight graduated from Tucson High School in 1967 and furthered his education at the University of Arizona. He went on to be involved in the community as a youth counselor and a coach of youth sports.
Dwight touched many lives with his beautiful smile and caring manner. We will miss our dearest Dwight but know his Spirit of love will always be with us. Forever in love, your family and friends. Services to be held Wednesday, March 19, 2003, 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 210 E. Lester Street, Tucson, Arizona, 520-624-3813. Arrangements by Adair Funeral Homes, Dodge Chapel.
Published in the Arizona Daily Star on March 19, 2003.
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Cheryl Parks (Grigsby)
Dwight introduced himself to me, a new student at Tucson High, on a stairwell and offered me some advice I've never forgotten. We became study partners later. I knew Dwight to be kind and caring. How fitting that he should work with and guide children. I was so looking forward to seeing him at our 50 year reunion. I am sincerely disappointed that cannot happen. The world was made better by his existence. We should all hope for such an impact. My condolences to his family. Cheryl Parks Grigsby