Jack Dee Gaines, 60, of Loves Park, passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017. Born February 22, 1957 in Rockford, IL. Son of Danny and Betty (Rose) Gaines. Veteran of the United States Army. He was employed as an over the road truck driver. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 325. He found enjoyment in camping, fishing, spending time with his children and family, watching the Chicago Bears, helping on his son’s farm. He was extremely funny and loved to laugh. He was known to be a great “supervisor” and friend.
Survived by his children, Timothy D. Gaines, Amanda C. Gaines, Scotty C. Gaines; grandchildren, Adalynn Poonpanich, Gracelynn Schlesner; siblings, Gail Gaines Daubert (Jim Puklin), Lisa Gaines Ekedahl, John (Liz) Gaines; former wife and mother of his children, Jacque R. Gaines. Predeceased by his parents.
Funeral Service at 10 a.m. on Friday, December 22 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. Visitation at 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, December 21 at Sunset Funeral Home. Burial at a later date. To share a condolence www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com