Birth date: Mar 12, 1939 Death date: Oct 2, 2025
Odell "Jit" Gaines, Jr., took his final bow on October 2, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born March 12, 1939, in Chattanooga, Tennessee. As a Chattanooga youngster, he hit all the high notes at Howard High School, where his tenor Read Obituary
I remember Odell Gaines, Jit, working at Erlanger Hospital. Yes, he could hit those high notes, he was known for the James Brown dance (slide), a friendly person and a NEAT dresser. I will remember the family in prayer.
Katherine Gibbs Garth
Praying that God will continue to strengthen and keep you all during this difficult season of bereavement. Rev.Henrietta Erskine-SMBC
We are praying and send our condolences to his entire family!
To The family of Mr. Odell Gaines
Lee Garrett (Roommate at NHC) and family will be praying for you. You all have our deepest sympathy.
The Garrett family
