Ltc. (Ret) JAMES RICHARD CAIN, JR. , 67, of Houston passed away April 14, 2012 as a result of a long battle with congestive heart failure. His daughters and Pastor were by his side when he drifted off to be with our Lord.
He was born in Brownwood, Texas March 14, 1945 to Jim and Emily Cain. He received the Eagle Scout award in 1960 and graduated from Tuloso-Midway High School in 1963. In 1964 he enlisted in the United States Army where he served two tours in Viet Nam one with the 1st Cavalry Division. His military decorations included but were not limited to: 3 Silver Stars for Valor, Legion of Merit, 3 Bronze Stars for Valor, 2 Purple Hearts, 3 Meritorious Service, Good Conduct Medal, and Combat Infantryman Badge. He commanded at every level thru battalion in both peace time and war time. After more than 24 years of distinguished service he retired from the Army in 1988. He had a Bachelor's degree in Constitutional History and was a life long member of: The Purple Heart Society, Veterans of Foreign War, The American Legion Post, and The Order of the World Wars.
He is survived by his daughters Laura Ellen Hoelscher (Daren), Stephanie King (Scott), Elizabeth Miller (Ray), Tina Cain, and 9 grandchildren: Ashley, Caleb, Amber, Veronica, Nathaniel, Coleman, Isaiah, James Colton, and Benjamin. Later in life thru marriage he was blessed with 3 more daughters, Sabrina Sparkman (Allan), Andrea Ballantyne (Mark), Danielle Elliott and their 8 children: Jim, Christine, Landry, Raleigh, Elizabeth, Jacob, Nathan , Nathaniel , and one great-grand daughter Shay; Also sister Jeanne Ellen Warrenfeltz (Larry).
He was preceded in death by his father James Cain Sr, mother Emily Cain, wife of 25 years Betty Lou Cain, brother Ronnie Cain, second wife of 14 years Beverly Cain, and infant grandson Cason Ray Miller.
He was an Ordained Deacon at Tuloso-Midway Baptist Church, Corpus Christi, Texas before moving to Houston and joining Christchurch Baptist Fellowship in North Houston, Texas.
A simple man, he would find happiness driving his truck down a back country road with George Strait on the radio and a cold Dr. Pepper beside him. His philosophy in life was simple, treat everyone like they deserved to be treated and always be ready with a smile, firm handshake, and a gentle hug. His last words to family members and many friends in any conversation would be I love you. He tried to live a good Christian life, dearly loved his family and cherished his friends.
Funeral Service to be held Thursday at Christchurch Baptist Fellowship, 12501 Champion Forest Drive, Houston at 6:30 pm with a viewing beginning at 5:00pm. A Military graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 21st, in Corpus Christi at Memory Gardens, 8200 Old Brownsville Road, starting at 2 pm.
Published in Houston Chronicle on April 18, 2012
He was born in Brownwood, Texas March 14, 1945 to Jim and Emily Cain. He received the Eagle Scout award in 1960 and graduated from Tuloso-Midway High School in 1963. In 1964 he enlisted in the United States Army where he served two tours in Viet Nam one with the 1st Cavalry Division. His military decorations included but were not limited to: 3 Silver Stars for Valor, Legion of Merit, 3 Bronze Stars for Valor, 2 Purple Hearts, 3 Meritorious Service, Good Conduct Medal, and Combat Infantryman Badge. He commanded at every level thru battalion in both peace time and war time. After more than 24 years of distinguished service he retired from the Army in 1988. He had a Bachelor's degree in Constitutional History and was a life long member of: The Purple Heart Society, Veterans of Foreign War, The American Legion Post, and The Order of the World Wars.
He is survived by his daughters Laura Ellen Hoelscher (Daren), Stephanie King (Scott), Elizabeth Miller (Ray), Tina Cain, and 9 grandchildren: Ashley, Caleb, Amber, Veronica, Nathaniel, Coleman, Isaiah, James Colton, and Benjamin. Later in life thru marriage he was blessed with 3 more daughters, Sabrina Sparkman (Allan), Andrea Ballantyne (Mark), Danielle Elliott and their 8 children: Jim, Christine, Landry, Raleigh, Elizabeth, Jacob, Nathan , Nathaniel , and one great-grand daughter Shay; Also sister Jeanne Ellen Warrenfeltz (Larry).
He was preceded in death by his father James Cain Sr, mother Emily Cain, wife of 25 years Betty Lou Cain, brother Ronnie Cain, second wife of 14 years Beverly Cain, and infant grandson Cason Ray Miller.
He was an Ordained Deacon at Tuloso-Midway Baptist Church, Corpus Christi, Texas before moving to Houston and joining Christchurch Baptist Fellowship in North Houston, Texas.
A simple man, he would find happiness driving his truck down a back country road with George Strait on the radio and a cold Dr. Pepper beside him. His philosophy in life was simple, treat everyone like they deserved to be treated and always be ready with a smile, firm handshake, and a gentle hug. His last words to family members and many friends in any conversation would be I love you. He tried to live a good Christian life, dearly loved his family and cherished his friends.
Funeral Service to be held Thursday at Christchurch Baptist Fellowship, 12501 Champion Forest Drive, Houston at 6:30 pm with a viewing beginning at 5:00pm. A Military graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 21st, in Corpus Christi at Memory Gardens, 8200 Old Brownsville Road, starting at 2 pm.
Published in Houston Chronicle on April 18, 2012
Ltc. (Ret) JAMES RICHARD CAIN, JR. , 67, of Houston passed away April 14, 2012 as a result of a long battle with congestive heart failure. His daughters and Pastor were by his side when he drifted off to be with our Lord.
He was born in Brownwood, Texas March 14, 1945 to Jim and Emily Cain. He received the Eagle Scout award in 1960 and graduated from Tuloso-Midway High School in 1963. In 1964 he enlisted in the United States Army where he served two tours in Viet Nam one with the 1st Cavalry Division. His military decorations included but were not limited to: 3 Silver Stars for Valor, Legion of Merit, 3 Bronze Stars for Valor, 2 Purple Hearts, 3 Meritorious Service, Good Conduct Medal, and Combat Infantryman Badge. He commanded at every level thru battalion in both peace time and war time. After more than 24 years of distinguished service he retired from the Army in 1988. He had a Bachelor's degree in Constitutional History and was a life long member of: The Purple Heart Society, Veterans of Foreign War, The American Legion Post, and The Order of the World Wars.
He is survived by his daughters Laura Ellen Hoelscher (Daren), Stephanie King (Scott), Elizabeth Miller (Ray), Tina Cain, and 9 grandchildren: Ashley, Caleb, Amber, Veronica, Nathaniel, Coleman, Isaiah, James Colton, and Benjamin. Later in life thru marriage he was blessed with 3 more daughters, Sabrina Sparkman (Allan), Andrea Ballantyne (Mark), Danielle Elliott and their 8 children: Jim, Christine, Landry, Raleigh, Elizabeth, Jacob, Nathan , Nathaniel , and one great-grand daughter Shay; Also sister Jeanne Ellen Warrenfeltz (Larry).
He was preceded in death by his father James Cain Sr, mother Emily Cain, wife of 25 years Betty Lou Cain, brother Ronnie Cain, second wife of 14 years Beverly Cain, and infant grandson Cason Ray Miller.
He was an Ordained Deacon at Tuloso-Midway Baptist Church, Corpus Christi, Texas before moving to Houston and joining Christchurch Baptist Fellowship in North Houston, Texas.
A simple man, he would find happiness driving his truck down a back country road with George Strait on the radio and a cold Dr. Pepper beside him. His philosophy in life was simple, treat everyone like they deserved to be treated and always be ready with a smile, firm handshake, and a gentle hug. His last words to family members and many friends in any conversation would be I love you. He tried to live a good Christian life, dearly loved his family and cherished his friends.
Funeral Service to be held Thursday at Christchurch Baptist Fellowship, 12501 Champion Forest Drive, Houston at 6:30 pm with a viewing beginning at 5:00pm. A Military graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 21st, in Corpus Christi at Memory Gardens, 8200 Old Brownsville Road, starting at 2 pm.
Published in Houston Chronicle on April 18, 2012
He was born in Brownwood, Texas March 14, 1945 to Jim and Emily Cain. He received the Eagle Scout award in 1960 and graduated from Tuloso-Midway High School in 1963. In 1964 he enlisted in the United States Army where he served two tours in Viet Nam one with the 1st Cavalry Division. His military decorations included but were not limited to: 3 Silver Stars for Valor, Legion of Merit, 3 Bronze Stars for Valor, 2 Purple Hearts, 3 Meritorious Service, Good Conduct Medal, and Combat Infantryman Badge. He commanded at every level thru battalion in both peace time and war time. After more than 24 years of distinguished service he retired from the Army in 1988. He had a Bachelor's degree in Constitutional History and was a life long member of: The Purple Heart Society, Veterans of Foreign War, The American Legion Post, and The Order of the World Wars.
He is survived by his daughters Laura Ellen Hoelscher (Daren), Stephanie King (Scott), Elizabeth Miller (Ray), Tina Cain, and 9 grandchildren: Ashley, Caleb, Amber, Veronica, Nathaniel, Coleman, Isaiah, James Colton, and Benjamin. Later in life thru marriage he was blessed with 3 more daughters, Sabrina Sparkman (Allan), Andrea Ballantyne (Mark), Danielle Elliott and their 8 children: Jim, Christine, Landry, Raleigh, Elizabeth, Jacob, Nathan , Nathaniel , and one great-grand daughter Shay; Also sister Jeanne Ellen Warrenfeltz (Larry).
He was preceded in death by his father James Cain Sr, mother Emily Cain, wife of 25 years Betty Lou Cain, brother Ronnie Cain, second wife of 14 years Beverly Cain, and infant grandson Cason Ray Miller.
He was an Ordained Deacon at Tuloso-Midway Baptist Church, Corpus Christi, Texas before moving to Houston and joining Christchurch Baptist Fellowship in North Houston, Texas.
A simple man, he would find happiness driving his truck down a back country road with George Strait on the radio and a cold Dr. Pepper beside him. His philosophy in life was simple, treat everyone like they deserved to be treated and always be ready with a smile, firm handshake, and a gentle hug. His last words to family members and many friends in any conversation would be I love you. He tried to live a good Christian life, dearly loved his family and cherished his friends.
Funeral Service to be held Thursday at Christchurch Baptist Fellowship, 12501 Champion Forest Drive, Houston at 6:30 pm with a viewing beginning at 5:00pm. A Military graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 21st, in Corpus Christi at Memory Gardens, 8200 Old Brownsville Road, starting at 2 pm.
Published in Houston Chronicle on April 18, 2012
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