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Russell Cain Obituary
Russ Cain, a veteran newsman and longtime labor champion, died at home the morning of June 12, 2013 following a battle with cancer. He is survived by his former wife Juanita Cain, his sister Gloria Vig, his children Kathleen Banks, Paul Cain and Kevin Cain and three grandchildren.
A memorial will be held at 2pm on June 30 in Carmel (contact: [email protected]).
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Memories and Condolences
for Russell Cain
Mark Eakle
June 29, 2013
Dear Kevin and Paul,
You have my deepest condolences. Russ has always been and will continue to be an inspiration to me, not only as a photographer but as a person who was fully and passionately engaged in his many projects. He will be missed...
Todd Gill
June 28, 2013
Kevin - I'm very sorry to hear about your Dad. It was a real pleasure being in his company on the various cultural heritage trips, I always appreciated his good natured 'salt to the earth' approach to life. May he rest in peace.
Kate McFadden
June 23, 2013
Kat, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad... he was such a cool guy. My heart is with you, Paul and Kevin.
Karin Moore
June 23, 2013
Dearest Nita, Kat, Paul, and Kevin,
My heart goes out to all of you. I lost my dad just two months ago (http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/sfgate/obituary.aspx?n=lawrence-moore&pid=164559404), so I have an idea what you're going through. The sadness is huge, the pain sharp.
Russ was a remarkable man. I'll always remember his gentle nature and his kindness towards me. I loved him and I miss him. My condolences and love to you all.
Andrew Schlussel
June 23, 2013
Kevin,
I'm sorry for your loss. I never met him, but reading this, he sounds like an amazing man. I can see some of the inspiration for your accomplishments in him.
Casondra Sobieralski
June 23, 2013
Hope you don't mind my taking a second turn, but I was driving to Watsonville last night and I remembered a funny Russ story that made me laugh after lots of tears!
Kevin and Paul, do you remember the day you two, Russ and I went touring Central Coast missions? At San Miguel Mission--or San Antonio maybe?-- I was backing backing backing up to take a picture, and I backward tripped right onto a cactus!!!! Kevin had to help me pull all the cactus needles our of my derrier! ARROOOOO! It was classic "stupid tourist" moment. And Russ was so kind and sympathetic, didn't say a word to make me feel like an absolute idiot, didn't even give me a glance to imply it. My own dad or uncles would have made RUTHLESS fun of me... and still would be doing so every holiday years later.
But instead of seizing on the moment like my uncles would have, Russ bought me some great books on the California Missions. Looking at them on my shelf right now. (Books don't melt like popsicles after you skin your knee.) Thank you for your empathy, Russ!
Paul Fingerote
June 23, 2013
I recognized Russ from the photo in the Chron as someone I knew through my PR work in Monterey and remembered him fondly. My condolences on your loss.
pat johnson
June 23, 2013
Oh Kevin,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I wish I could have met him. He sounds like just such a fascinating person. I see in you a lot of the fire for good that was described in the beautiful article about him. I lost my rather remarkable Mom last winter and I know it is a difficult transition in one's life. I will be with you in spirit on the day of the memorial your remarkable father. Lots of love. Pat Johnson
June 22, 2013
Humm, let me think ...
Photographer for Labor Struggles, research in Egypt, President of the SJ Newspaper Guild,
A life richly and thoughtfully lived.
Certainly you will be missed.
Fondly, Kelly Roberson
Tom Lewis
June 22, 2013
It was an honor and a privilege to know you Russ. I enjoyed your quiet leadership and gentle guidance during those exciting days in the tomb of Ramesses the Great. Much love to you Sir.
June 22, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Please find peace and comfort in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7
Nadia Anis
June 22, 2013
May god bless you soul with eternal happiness
Casondra Sobieralaski
June 22, 2013
Russ, I've been taking a photography class this summer in your honor, to feel connected. I always wished that I could have learned photography from you. Your pictures of Egypt capture the isolation and serenity of the vast desert. So meditative, haunting and serene all at the same time.
And thank you again for documenting my MFA thesis. I just used those photos again today for job applications, 8 years later. Er, if you can hear me out there, up there, wherever.
I miss you.
June 21, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. Please find peace and comfort in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7
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