John Cain
Cottage Hills |
John D. Cain, 77, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at his residence.
Born October 2, 1946 in Ponca City, OK, he was the son of Jacob Earl Cain and Juanita Ruby (Cargil) Eberlin.
John had been a diesel mechanic and truck driver retiring from Bennett Motor Express in 2011.
Surviving are three daughters, Kim (Darrell) Shipp of Amite, LA, Kelly Correll of Gillespie; Kathy (Donnie) Clark of Bethalto; 10 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; Allen Dettmer, who was like a son to John; and half-sister, Frances Cain in California.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant son, John Cain, Jr.; and two brothers, James and Gordon Cain.
Visitation will be from 4-7 pm, Monday, December 18 at Marks Mortuary in Wood River, where services will be conducted at 10:30 am on Tuesday. His grandson, David Janes will officiate.
Burial will follow in Wanda Cemetery in South Roxana.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family to help with expenses.
Mark's Mortuary
