August 12, 1932 – August 15, 2018
Joann (Smith) Gaines died Wednesday, August 15, 2018, in Noblesville, after celebrating her 86th birthday with her loving family this past weekend.
Mrs. Gaines was born on August 12, 1932, in Ames, Iowa, to Cass and Esther Smith.
She graduated from Shortridge High School in 1950 and attended Indiana University before spending 25 years teaching in Indiana’s public school system. She enjoyed working with students in the following Hamilton County elementary schools: College Wood, North, Forest Hill and Hinkle Creek.
After retiring from education, she traveled extensively; spoiled her granddaughters and cat, Misty; and spent her remaining time collecting clothing and shoes. She also loved visiting Hamilton East Public Library on a weekly basis and picking out several books to read.
She is survived by her brother, James (Joy) Smith and their children; her son, Mark Gaines; her daughter, Cathy Sutton; and her two granddaughters, Mandy Vickery and Lauren Sutton.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Orval Gaines.
Family and friends are invited to share their memories at a Celebration of Life from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 20 to be held in her home at 130 Maplewood Drive, Noblesville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Humane Society for Hamilton County can be donated at the Celebration of Life or online at hamiltonhumane.com.
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Arrangements
Service: 4 to 8 p.m., Aug. 20
Location: Her home, 130 Maplewood Drive, Noblesville
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She was the last of my old friends and although we were far apart we always kept in touch. I miss her so much