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Kevin Bain Obituary
Kevin graduated from LaBrae High School in 1981 and from Youngstown State University in 1991 with a Bachelor of Music degree. He was a member of the Akron 'POPS' Orchestra, the Warren Junior Military Band in Warren, Ohio, and the Steel City Ambassadors Drum and Bugle Corps. Kevin was a music teacher for the Northwestern Local School System in Wayne Co. He performed for Queen Elizabeth's Silver Jubilee in 1977 and at Disney World in Florida in 1986.
Preceded in death by his father, Frank. He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Diane (nee Beck); children, Hannah and Maycie; mother, Verne Bain; siblings, John (Linda), Davey (Heidi), Drew, and Melanie (Scott) Bower; father and mother-in-law, David and Anne Beck; and extended family and friends.
Family will receive friends Monday, July 30, 2012 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Johnson United Methodist Church, 3409 Johnson Rd., Norton. Funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. with Pastor Ken Gifford officiating. Memorials may be made to the Kevin Bain Memorial Fund at First Merit Bank, Barber Farms Office, 90 Fifth St. SE, Barberton, OH 44203.
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Sue Sidelinker
August 3, 2012
Dear Diane and Hannah,
We are so sorry for your loss. May the love and memories help get you through this difficult time. God Bless to you all! (Dominic sends a hug to Hannah B.
Sue Sidelinker & Dominic Hughes
Cathy Frattaroli
August 1, 2012
Diane. I don't know if you remember me but I used to live across the street from you on Cassell. I was so sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. I always appreciated how he cleaned the snow from my driveway and his smile always brightened my day when he waved to me.You are in my prayers.
July 31, 2012
Kevin added a lot of energy to the Pops orchestra-even from the back! We will miss him & his positive attitude.
-Jen & Emily (the bassoon section)
Dennis Bartelheim
July 31, 2012
Diane,
I am very sorry to hear of Kevin's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Dennis Bartelheim and family
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William Slocum
July 30, 2012
Kevin was a very special student to me and he was a joy to teach as was his wife Diane who also studied horn with me at Youngsttown State University. Kevin' s very even temperament was an inspiration to all that knew him. He brightened many of the days when I knew him. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to Diane and his family
Tiffany (Nelson) Smith
July 30, 2012
Sending my condolences to Mr.Bain's family, he was an awesome and funny man. Also I am very sorry to the Northwestern music department because I know how close the band is, they are a family in their own way. I know he will be truly missed, but has made such an impact on so many young lives that his legacy will live on in music, which I am sure he would love!
July 30, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear about Kevin's death. I was stunned when I read Roger's e-mail. He will be missed. Larry Hunsicker
Beth Levine
July 30, 2012
My sincerest condolences to the Bain Family. Kevin was a truly great guy and always had a way to make you laugh. I knew him from when we were in Warren Junior Military Band together. I am so saddened that his smile, humor, and presence is gone from us. God Bless you and be with you in this difficult time.
Cindy List
July 29, 2012
Heartfelt sympathy to Kevin's family. I will miss him so much in the Pops orchestra. It was an honor and pleasure to play in the horn section with him.
Kristy Alaura
July 29, 2012
12 years ago this great man taught me the basics of playing the clarinet and reading music. Though he was my music teacher, he taught me so much more than music and I will forever be grateful to him. To his family, I am very deeply sorry for your loss. May you find solace in your time of grief.
Newcombe Family
July 29, 2012
Our prayers go out to the Bain Family. We credit Mr. Bain for our daughter's musical interest. He was an amazing teacher and we will miss him deeply.
Denise Schor-Morris, YSU '86
July 29, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Joe, Donna, Heath & Sarah Denk
July 29, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Diane. May the wonderful memories you have of Kevin comfort you in the days ahead.
July 29, 2012
You have my deepest sympathy, may the Hearer of Prayer grant strength to get you through this time and comfort in the coming days.(Psalms 65:2)
Jim Jensen
July 29, 2012
Hannah,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. My mom passed away earlier this month and it's been really hard on us. Losing your dad at such a young age must be incredibly difficult. I never got to know your dad, but he sounds like he was a really great guy. Do the best you can to be a good support to your mom and sis at this time; I'm sure they will need it a lot.
Carol Knepp
July 28, 2012
Kevin was an integral member of the Akron Pops Orchestra. He will be very sorely missed. May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.
Catherine Wiandt
July 28, 2012
We grieve with you at the loss of a beloved teacher and friend. Mr. Bain was always supportive of our grandchildren. I enjoyed the wonderful concerts he presented at Northwestern. His enthusiasm and humor will be missed as well as his ongoing encouragement of our children and grandchildren. Sincere condolences at the loss of our beloved Mr. Kevin Bain.
Pam Rogers
July 28, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr.Bain had been a great mentor and band director to all 3 of my grandchildren. He always had words of encouragement. He will be deeply missed.
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