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JoAnn Cain Obituary


JOANN CAIN
October 14, 1946 ~ December 22, 2012

Surrounded by family and friends, JoAnn Cain passed away on December 22nd, 2012, at the age of 66.
JoAnn will always be remembered for her thoughtfulness
and love for her family and friends.
She loved spending time at her beach homes in Long Beach. For the past 10 years she spent her winters in Yuma, Arizona. During spring and summer time in LaCenter, she spent many hours attending her grandchildren's activities, sporting events, and school performances.
JoAnn grew up in Vancouver, WA, attending Minnehaha Elementary, Lewis Junior High, and Hudson's Bay High School.
She spent her career working and serving students in the Vancouver School District in the kitchen, finishing as a Manager at Hazel Dell Elementary.
JoAnn was predeceased by her parents, Roy and Judy Steinmetz; her in-laws, Laura and Ernie Cain; and her beloved husband of 48 years, John Cain.
JoAnn is survived by her family: son Mark Cain and his wife, Sandy and children, Griffin and Morgan, son Randy Cain and his fiance', Tammy Fryar and children, Andrew, Addison, Josh and Korrie, daughter Kellie Braaten and husband, Mark and children, Matthew and McKenzie.
A service has been set at Evergreen Memorial Gardens on Saturday, January 5th, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.
Donations can be made to: Hospice Care Foundation. Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Northwest, 2701 NW Vaughn Street, Suite 140, Portland, OR 97210.
Please sign her Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

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Published by The Columbian on Jan. 2, 2013.

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Barbara Peterson Faber

January 12, 2013

When I was a young girl I met Joann at the ocean. She was always friendly and fun to be with. I saw her 2 years ago and she was so caring for everyone. My prayers and thoughts go to the family at this time. Love Barb

Helen Snelson Stonecypher

January 6, 2013

To JoAnn's family,
Your mother and I were best friends during high school. She was a bridesmaid in my wedding in June 1964. I am so sad to learn of her passing. She was an amazing lady and I know she will be missed greatly.

January 5, 2013

So sorry to hear about Joanns passing. We have know her and John since high school. Our prayers are with your family. Terry and Linda Fuller

Sue McDonald

January 4, 2013

Mark, Randy and Kellie, YOUR Mother was the most thoughtful woman! When my mother passed YOUR mother gave me the sweetest little white china angel, tht sits on my desk next to mothers picture. I have often said IF I could only be as thoughful and loving as Joann!! God Bless you as you go through this time, you all will be in my prayers.

January 3, 2013

To all the Family:

JoAnn and I were childhood friends and have lots of memories and fun times that we would share. She was a special friend that I could always share my concerns and joys with. Joann would help me look at things with a better perspective, she always was positive.

I will miss her so much, it will be such a void in my life.

Our prayers are with you all.

Sandi & Dave Roberts

Carrie Hines-Walters

January 2, 2013

Kellie and family, I always remember your parents in the bleachers at school functions supporting all of your events. They were a wonderful and amazing couple. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May the Lord keep you close.

Ellen Ringnalda

January 2, 2013

Joann worked in the kitchen at Hazel Dell Elementary . She was always smiling and cheerful with the staff and the children. She was a very caring person. God Bless her family and friends.

Ken and Carol Crouse

January 2, 2013

Our depest condolences to all of you. I grew up with John during our early years in the Salmon Creek Area and at FVHS. We then spent many hours together at the Alcoa Little League Field with both he and Joann. Joann was definitely a dedicated wife and mother and a special lady who will be miss by all who knew her. God Bless them both.

Gary & Darla Warner

January 2, 2013

We were so saddened to hear of JoAnn's passing, she was such a lovely lady. We knew her not only from the beach but also Yuma, she will be sorely missed. Our very deepest sympathy to not only her family but also her friends. Treasure the memories as the world has lost a very special person...

January 2, 2013

May you rest in peace Joann now with your beloved husband John at your side...You will be missed... God Bless you and your family... Diane and Okley Toulson

Grandma and Morgan (1) at their beach house 2005-So many good memories

Sandy Cain

January 2, 2013

JoAnn welcomed me in to the family well before Mark and I married. I will never forget the first Christmas ornament she gave to me 24 years ago and each one she gave every year thereafter. I love you, Kellie, my friend, my sister-in-law. You are so much like your Mom. Thoughtful, smart and kind. I am so sorry for your loss of your Mom and Dad so soon. I hope you are comforted by knowing how loved they still are and how much they brought our family together. Mark is the most wonderful husband and I know it has everything to do with your parents and you, my dear. You know why:) I love you and my family with all of my heart. - Sandy

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