Robert E. CAIN

News Death Notice

CAIN, Robert E. "Bob" 84, of Springfield, went to his Heavenly home, Monday morning, November 19, 2012 following several months of failing health. He was born in Springfield on January 30, 1928, the son of the late Edward J. and Ruth L. (Arnold) Cain. Bob graduated from Springfield High School in 1946 and served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII, being stationed in Italy, and during the Korean War, stateside. He took advantage of the G.I. Bill and earned his B.A. in Education from Wittenberg University and M.A. Education from Wright State University. In 1987, Bob retired from the Springfield City Schools following a 35 year career as a teacher and guidance counselor. He taught at Roosevelt Junior High and worked as a guidance counselor at Schaefer Junior High, Roosevelt and North High School. He directed summer recreation through Springfield Parks and Recreation and directed alumni basketball tournaments. Bob was active in sports his entire life, was an avid walker, loved garage sales, traveling, country music, playing pool, and card games. He attended First Christian Church and Hillside Ave. Church of God. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 64 years, Helen L. (Storey) Cain; son and daughter-in-law, Michael E. and Kathy Cain of Angola, Indiana; granddaughter, Michelle Lynn (Quentin) Young of Angola, Indiana; and great grandchildren, Allie Knauer and Liam Young. He was preceded in death by a sister, Eileen Reid and a granddaughter, Angie N. Knauer. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Friday in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. Bob's funeral service will immediately follow at noon with Pastor Brent Farmer officiating. Burial will be in Rose Hill Burial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 3797 Summit Glen Dr. G100, Dayton, Ohio 45449. You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com