Barry Nelson Cain

03/30/1957 - 11/01/2025

Cain, Barry N. "Mark" (age 68) of Grand Rapids, MI, formerly of the Washington, DC area, passed away on November 1, 2025 at his home.
He is survived by two sisters, Lynda C. Urbaniak of Temperance, MI and Diane C. Dowell of Woodbridge, VA; aunt, Doris Cain of Cambridge, OH, five nephews, two nieces, eight grand nephews, four grand nieces. Preceded in death by brother, James "Jim" C. Cain, father, Samuel G. Cain, mother, Elizabeth "Betty" Cain, brother, Glenn F. Cain.
Mr. Cain was known for his quick wit and humor.
Mr. Cain was employed at various apartment and condo properties in the Washington, DC area, as well as The D.A.R., C & P Phone Co., on Capitol Hill (Senate Side) as Administrative Assistant for the Electronic Engineering Division of the Architect of the Capitol (overseeing more than thirty agencies), and as a Personal Assistant, managing business affairs of a gentleman and watching over his small mansion in upper NW, Washington, DC.
Mr. Cain retired in 2019.
In Grand Rapids, Mi, Mr. Cain mentored many individuals and provided "Barry's Resource Outreach" Information throughout the Community.
Mr. Cain attended City Life Church and volunteered at The Cathedral of Saint Andrew, he spoke at several local churches regarding the needs of the Homeless.
God Bless his best friend, former coworker and caregiver, Annika Chante, for her care and diligent hard work.
Mr. Cain was very blessed with a devoted caregiver and wonderful friend, Michael "Nic" Lanning who visited on a daily basis.
Viewing held on November 7, 2025 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Reyers North Valley Chapel Funeral Home, 2815 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505.
Private interment at Columbia Gardens Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22201.