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John K. "Jackie" Bain

John Bain Obituary

John K. "Jackie" Bain, 69, of Worcester, died Saturday, July 12, in Marlborough Hills Healthcare, Marlborough, after a struggle with colon cancer. His wife, Diane M. (D'Andrea) Bain, died December 1, 2005.

He leaves a daughter, Cheryl L. Marrero with whom he resided; three sons, John K. Bain and his wife Sheryl of Templeton; David A. Bain of Vero Beach, FL, and Jeffrey S. Bain and his wife Lissette of Worcester; 12 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was born in Worcester, a son of John K. and Julia D. (Dulskis) Bain. He also leaves two sisters, Dianne Flaminio of Worcester and Geraldine Sykes and her husband Frederick of East Dennis; and a brother, Daniel Bain of Worcester. Another brother, Thomas Bain died in 2002.

Mr. Bain retired from the Worcester County Jail & House of Correction. He was also a chief draftsman for 23 years for the Geo. J. Meyer Mfg. Co. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran and served 7 years with the Strategic Air Command. He was a member and past commander of the Worcester Veterans Council, Southworks Post VFW, Grafton Hill Post American Legion and the Lithuanian War Veterans Organization. He also belonged to DAV Chapter 4, Voiture 1113, 40 & 8 was an associate of the Marine Corp League, the Association of Retired State, County and Municipal Employees and the AARP.

Special thanks to Hospice Services of Western Mass., and Marlborough Hills Health Care for the care given to Jackie.

The funeral will be held on Wednesday, July 16 from DIRSA-MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 298 Grafton St., with a Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. Stephen Church, 357 Grafton St. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. Calling hours in the funeral home are Tuesday, July 15 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. There will be an American Legion ritual at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK., 73123-1717.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Jul. 13 to Jul. 14, 2008.

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Steve Baker

March 4, 2025

Jack a slick, smart, great person. Diane his wife was the same too. Think of them at times. Rest in Peace.

July 25, 2008

We the Bain family would just like to thank everyone for their outpouring support in our time of need. We would like to give a special thanks to all the girls at hospice for seeing that Jackie got the best medical support that could be provided to him, also the American Legion for their honorable dedication to Jackie. We dont believe that there would be any other way to show Jackie's love for his country. You made us all remember how much he truely was proud of his country. We would also like to extend our graditude to all the employees associated with the Worcester County Sheriffs Department and House of Corrections thank you for your prayers and stories of how wonderful Jackie was. To everyone else dont believe that your prayers, thoughts, and sincere gestures are unforgotton. We appreciate everything that has been done and there are not enough words to let you know how greatful we are.

** One last note to our Daddy, Grandpa, John, or even Jackie, we love and miss you so much we promise you will never be forgotton and we are all so priveledged to have you as our angel watching over us all the time!! We LOVE you more than all the stars in sky! xoxox

~The Bain Family

Rob Dwyer and Family

July 21, 2008

The Bain Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

July 17, 2008

cheryl..your dad was a gem..i will miss him singing to me at the "cos"...remember, Heaven has gained a special Angel..i am thinking of you and your family...your dad was truly a great man
mary morin

Bob Lacouture

July 15, 2008

Jeff,
I'm sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
It was a pleasure working with your dad at the jail. He was a real gentleman.

Sylvia O'Brien

July 15, 2008

Sincere condolences to Jackie's family from his Grafton Hill Post friend.

Joanne Yaylaian

July 14, 2008

Cheryl,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved dad. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Joanne Yaylaian

John and Maggie Killeen

July 14, 2008

Sorry for your loss,of a great dad and friend will be missed by alot of people glad that we had that last visit with him at the nursing home. Jack and family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Love John and Maggie

Clayton Gleason

July 14, 2008

I am sorry for your loss.

Wylie Family

July 13, 2008

Dear Cheryl and Judy:
We are sorry for your loss and are here if you need us.

Judy Heck

July 13, 2008

To Cheryl, John, Jeff and Dave,
God Bless you all in this time of your loss. No matter how old we are, the loss of a parent is difficult. You have all done both your parents very proud in many different ways. Cherish this time together to share in the mourning but to share time with each other and support each other. It is time you never get back...Love each other because they loved each one of you very much...Love, Judy

JUDI MARRERO

July 13, 2008

GRANDPA I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!
I MISS YOU SOOO MUCH! BUT I KNOW YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE NOW! SAVE ME A SPOT NEXT TO YOU. I LOVE YOU.
XOXO

Deanna McDaniel

July 13, 2008

Grampa, We will definately miss the smiles you brought to the familys face. You were so caring and giving, I love you very much, and I will see you when I get up there in Heaven.

Jeffrey Bain

July 13, 2008

Dad, thank you for your friendship,You will always be a part of me forever and ever.
love Jeff

Jeffrey Bain

July 13, 2008

Dad, I love you with all my heart, thank you for your friendship. You will always be a part of me forever and ever. luv jeff

Dani Chivallatti (grandchild)

July 13, 2008

TO my Grampa,
You are already missed so much, but i know you are in a better place now. I have had the greatest priveledge over the years to be able to have you be so a major part in my life. I am glad that you are now in heaven with your babe. And i know that you are smiling down on us saying "i made it". I now at night rest bettr knowing that you are our angel. we love and miss you so much!

mike charland

July 13, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

The Mulrain Family

July 13, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

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