Chanelle Lavette Rayn

Gaines

Chanelle Lavette Rayne Gaines was born to Danielle Funches and Ryan Gaines Sr on 12/15/23 at St. Vincent Hospital in Toledo, Ohio.

Despite her short time on earth, Chanelle was deeply loved and brought immense joy to those around her. She was an old soul yet quiet, gentle, and happy baby who was wise beyond her years. Chanelle began to develop and reach milestones at an early age. She began to walk and say a few words within months. In addition, Chanelle developed an insightful, perceptive, and "not so impressed" personality that came with many nicknames. Although she was known to her mom as Sugamama, she was also called Auntie Jr, Little Girl, and Bestie. She loved music and dancing, with one of her favorite songs being "If you're happy and you know it." Her favorite toys were tv remotes, cooking utensils, and pens as she liked to try to cook and write. Even though she was the baby of her family, she was the boss and mama bear.

Chanelle was surrounded by love and care by everyone, especially her siblings who were very protective of her. She also enjoyed church and established her own praise while mimicking other members. Chanelle's presence, laughter, smile, and light will be missed more than her parents have the words to describe.

Chanelle was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Robert Darnell Funches Sr., and George Gaines. Surviving to mourn her death is Mom, Danielle Nicole Funches, Father, Ryan Gaines, siblings, Charles L. Woods, Ryan Gaines jr., Rylan Gaines, and Janelle Gaines, grandmothers, Hope Funches and Margeretta Ezell in addition to a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Although her time with us was brief, Chanelle brought so much light into our lives and her love will forever remain in our hearts.