Service Details
Family and friends are invited to meet at the American Legion Post 171 (1027 New Street Union Grove) on Monday, March 8, 2021 for a visitation from 2-3 p.m. A service of remembrance will follow at 3:00 p.m. Those attending will be invited to share a story as part of the service. Military honors will follow.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials have been suggested to the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Home or the American Legion Post 171.
UNION GROVE – Beloved father, brother, and friend, Ronald H. Cain, 86, passed away at Aurora Memorial Hospital in Burlington on Thursday, March 4, 2021. He was born in Onalaska, WI on August 31, 1934, the son of the late Hilbert Spencer and Juanita Helen (nee Russell) Cain.
Ronald proudly served his nation with the US Air Force as a jet mechanic during the Korean War. He continued his career as a mechanic after the war, owning 2 Pugh Stations in Racine during the 1960’s. He later worked as a mechanic for UPS for 27 years before retiring.
Ronald was active in the Union Grove community. He was a member of the American Legion Post 171 where he also served on the Honor Guard. He also belonged to the Lions Club and volunteered for the VA.
He is survived by his daughter and sons, Cynthia (Bob) Alexander of Viola, KS, Bruce (Betty) Cain of Miltonvale, KS and Jeff Cain of Jacksonville, FL. He is further survived by 33 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren; his loving companion, Ann DeBrabander of Kansasville; his sister, Frances Patino of Spring, TX; his brother, Norem (Myong) Cain of Racine; his sister-in-law, Nancy Cain of Nekoosa; Aunt Carol Becker as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ronald was preceded in death by his son, Kerry Michael Cain; his daughter, Roni Ann Cain; his wives, Arlene Belmore Cain, Iola Lohman Cain; his brothers, Loren (Ok Pun) Cain, Darold Cain, Russell Cain; and brother-in-law, Isauro Patino.
Family and friends are invited to meet at the American Legion Post 171 (1027 New Street Union Grove) on Monday, March 8, 2021 for a visitation from 2-3 p.m. A service of remembrance will follow at 3:00 p.m. Those attending will be invited to share a story as part of the service. Military honors will follow. Memorials have been suggested to the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Home or the American Legion Post 171.
Gina Patino says
Uncle Ronnie you are one of a kind. There will never be another like you. Thank you for so so many wonderful memories. We all were so blessed having you for an Uncle. I love you always.
Cindy, Corky, Jeff, thank you for sharing your Dad with all of us. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Jolene Rediske says
Revelation 21:4, “He will wipe every Tear from their eyes”…..
Aloha Cuz, I want to say”Mshalo” for all the Love&Laughs😘Till we meet again in Heaven”Aloha” Jolene
Nancy Cain Powell says
Mr.Ron ❤️
I will never forget you..You was a Special man to me and my kids ..You will always be in my thoughts…The family in my Prayers..
Diane Bloomquist says
You always were there for Laura and I. We loved you very much. Jokes not so much lol. You will be missed.
Karleen Winkelman says
Ron, an “extended Dad” that I always felt was a 2nd dad. His home was a place where the neighborhood kids could hangout and it felt like it was home. Always a smile or a hug if needed. You’ll certainly be missed. Love ya! Until we met again…
Rick, Mardell, Karleen, April and families says
Dearest Ron,
Rick, Mardell, April, Karleen and our families want to thank you for all that you have always done for us while growing up, all you have done for our community and for all the people who were blessed to have you in their lives.
Our kids know you as the ‘Candy Man’. Not just because of the candy tosses at the family and friend events, simply because you are that ‘sweet’!
You will be missed by all of us.
Sure do love you.
To the family,
Thank you for sharing Ron (our other dad). We so appreciate that. Our prayers to all of you to have the strength you need while celebrating your dad’s wonderful life.
Our love to all!!!
Rick, Mardell, Karleen, April and our families
Carol Mueller says
Rest in peace Ron. Your stories will be a big hit upstairs.
Nani says
To the Cain family and Annie,
We’re sending love and prayers to you all. 🙏
Cousin Ronnie,
You will always be remembered…funny stories, the candy toss, kringle, but most of all, we’ll remember the Love you showed to
us all. Rest in peace.
Love,
Nani and Ron
Anonymous says
RIP Uncle Ron. Thanks for so many great memories. Truly one of a kind!
James Storck, Mercer says
Great guy and fellow veteran. Thank you for your service as you begin your next tour of duty. Will always remember working with Ron in the Legion kitchen and with the Post Honor Guard.