Kenneth Wayne Cain, known to many as Kenny, passed away peacefully May 26, 2025, in Elmore City, Oklahoma, surrounded by those who loved him most. He was 81 years old. Kenny was born August 3, 1943, in Exeter, California, to Arthur Dee and Wanda Lee (Freely) Cain. The second eldest of 13 children, Kenny took on the role of protector and example for his siblings from an early age. He attended Hester Schools in California, where he formed the foundation of a life grounded in hard work, family and love. On January 11, 1962, Kenny married his soulmate, Margie Mayberry, in Farmersville, California. Their love story became the centerpiece of his life—a bond built on mutual respect, devotion and an unwavering commitment that spanned more than six decades.
Kenny spent his professional life as a skilled drywaller, a trade that reflected his dedication, precision and pride in a job well done. Outside of work, he found joy in simple pleasures: hunting, tending to his chicken farm, participating in field trials, and most importantly, spending quality time with his family.
For Kenny, family was everything. His greatest joy came from being a husband, father, grandfather and brother. He lived his life as a living example of how to love well, care deeply and stand strong. To know Kenny was to know what it meant to be loved unconditionally. The legacy he leaves behind is not only in the stories and laughter shared but in the values he instilled in those around him.
He will be remembered for his quiet strength, generous spirit and the lessons he passed down—lessons about love, loyalty and the true meaning of family.
Kenny is survived by his wife, Margie Cain of the home; son, Robert Cain and wife Janet of Moore, Oklahoma; daughters, Donna Barbee and husband Mike of Elmore City, Oklahoma, and Kristi Brown and husband Jimmy of Elmore City, Oklahoma; siblings, Lucy Harrod of Pasco, Washington, Judy Stewart and husband Billy of Batesville, Arkansas, and Teresa Carlson and husband Rick of Norman, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Dennis “Shorty” Hedgecoth of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, Tiffani Cain and fiancé Stephen Wilkerson of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, Alisha Keck and husband Bradly of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, Andrew Cain and husband Hector of Moore, Oklahoma, and Austin Brown and wife Haley of Maysville, Oklahoma; great-grandchildren, Travis “TJ” Hedgecoth, Lucas Cain, Marley Gallup, Kaden Keck, Kenlee Hedgecoth, Ali Keck, Braleigh Edgar, Rylan Beverly, Rhyder Edgar, Brian Hedgecoth, Gabriel Cain, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Kenny was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Wanda Cain; brothers, Howdy, Earl, Sammy, Mickey and Bobby; sisters, Joyce, Lilly, Marilyn and Brenda; grandson Kenny “Bub” Hedgecoth; and brother-in-law, Louie Harrod.
Graveside services for Kenny will be 10 a.m. Friday, May 30, 2025, at Elmore City Cemetery in Elmore City, Oklahoma. Visitation for Kenny will be Wednesday, May 28, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. with family to accept friends from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Services are under the direction of Wooster Funeral Home in Elmore City, Oklahoma. If you would like to send your condolences you may do so at www.woosterfuneralhomes.com.
