Carol Plaisance Gainey

Carol Plaisance Gainey, age 88, peacefully joined her loved ones in Heaven on April 6, 2026. She was born on January 6, 1938, to Bessie and Joseph Plaisance, Carol was a lifelong resident of Louisiana. She was born in Algiers and later made her home in Belle Chasse, where she spent the remainder of her life. Carol was preceded in death by her devoted husband and love of her life, Calvin “Jug” Gainey; her daughters, Karen, Donna, and Linda; and her grandchildren, Chris and Ross. A woman of deep faith, Carol was a dedicated parishioner of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. She faithfully served her church community for many years as a member of the pastoral council and as a Eucharistic Minister. She also cherished the friendships she formed and the many special memories she created as a member of Ochsner’s Golden Opportunity Program. She leaves behind a loving family who will cherish her memory, including her grandchildren: Lisa Bourgeois (Jerome), Chad Braud (Erin), Justin Braud, Steven Callais, Jr., Ryan Braud, and Jenna Smith (Evan), along with many beloved great-grandchildren. Family and friends are invited to attend the Visitation at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 8968 Belle Chasse Highway (Highway 23), Belle Chasse, Louisiana on Friday, April 10, 2026, beginning at 11:30AM until 1:30PM. A Funeral Mass will be held in her honor on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 1:30 PM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Interment will take place in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family during this difficult time. The family invites you to share thoughts, fond memories and condolences online at mothefunerals.com.