Daniel “Danny” Robert Cain, 30, of Midlothian met an untimely death, along with his girlfriend Nicole Barone, on Saturday, September 6, 2008. Danny was a loving and devoted father, son and brother who was valued for his strong work ethics. He was an avid pool player who enjoyed life, especially when he was surrounded by his family. Danny was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Robert William Cain, Sr. and Lois Cain and his Opa, Hans Bendl. He is survived by his parents, Robert “Bob” William Cain, Jr. and Gerti Bendl Cain; children, Maya and Hailey Cain and their mother, Kathy Cain; sister, Jessica Burnette; niece, Nevaeh Burnette; Oma, Walburga Bendl of Germany; two aunts of Michigan and their families, four uncles and one aunt of Germany and their families and numerous cousins and friends. The family will receive friends at the Petersburg Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service on Thursday, September 11, 2008 from 6 to 8 pm. A funeral service will be held at 11 am on Friday, September 12, 2008 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted at the funeral home to establish a trust fund for the care of Maya and Hailey Cain. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
Condolences
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
Mary Elizabeth Frye - 1932
There are no words that can express my sorrow upon hearing about Danny. I cannot begin or attempt to understand the emotions you as a family are going through as each person has their own way of handling difficult situations. I can only offer my prays and support as well as my heartfelt condolences.
Posted by: Jannis Chambliss at September 15, 2008 04:56 PM
Mr & Mrs. Cain & Jessica,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We will continue to pray for you and your family everyday. The memories of a beloved brother, son and daddy will last a lifetime. Jessica I Love You and always know I am here for you, if there is anything we can do please let us know. You have been so strong threw everything. You all now have a special angel above you that will always be with you no matter what. May god bless you all and soon send peace and some comfort to your hearts.
Posted by: Sara Tatum, Jimmy Vaughan at September 13, 2008 11:10 AM
To Mr and Mrs Cain and Jessica: Darlene and i are deeply saddened for your loss of Danny. We only knew him for a short time but knew him long enough to know he was a fine young man who really did an outstanding job with his 2 little girls. There are alot of dads who could really take some lessons from him. He was Nicole's savior. Nicole's last 3 months were some of the happiest of her life, she, Danny and the 3 wonderful children were becoming a little family (Darlene called them the Brady Bunch). The lord works in mysterious ways but he wamted Danny and Nicole back last saturday and i think all we can do is accept that and do our best to make sure those 3 children enjoy the life they deserve. We are very happy that Danny entered into Nicoles life and she knew a love that brightened her days and we know she passed away very happy. We are greatful for your son. Mike and Darlene Barone
Posted by: Mike barone at September 12, 2008 07:13 AM
Bob, Gerti and Jessica: There are no words that can really make you feel better at this time. No words from your friends and aquaintences that can "fix this! But those of us who know you and your family even just a bit want you to know that we are thinking of you. I remember meeting Danny and your entire family through the band and band trips. I will always remember Danny as the happiest one on the bus. Always enjoying the situation. It was obvious that his family was important to him and he enjoyed having his Mom,
dad and even his sister there sharing the experience.
I want to share a thoutht by Randy Pausch (The Last Lecture, The Dying Professor). "...we dont beat the Reaper by living longer. We beat the Reaper by living well." I haven't seen Danny since high school but I'm sure from other's comments that he did not stop living well! For that you can be proud and happy! For that is life well done!
My prayers are with you!
Greg Davis
Posted by: Greg Davis at September 11, 2008 09:48 PM
God Bless your family. To Bob, Gerti and Jess...I am so sorry for the loss in your family. We have been a part of each other's life for quite a few years now. I met Danny back in the days of VaTs. He is a wonderful person, and i say this in the present tense, because he will always be with us, just in spirit. I truly love your family with all of my heart.Your friends from Riptides and Brothers Pizza want you all to know that you all are always in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything you guys need, just let us know. We will miss you Danny, and as you used to say to me with a friendly kiss on the cheek, "hey beautiful".....see you soon. I love you guys....Tillary.
Posted by: Tillary Buffa at September 11, 2008 05:15 PM
Gerti, Bob, Jessica.....We are sorry for your loss. Our Prayers are with you, hold on to the memories. If there is anything we can do please let me know
Posted by: Mary Lowe And Family at September 11, 2008 04:06 PM
I only got to work with Danny for about 6mths at HQ, and everyone in our department felt he was a great addition to work with. We are all deeply sadden by are sudden loss of a great co worker/friend. Danny was a very sweet guy who would light up instantly when you would ask him how his girls were doing? He always had a smile on his face especially when talking about Maya & Hailey and we will miss seeing him laughing and joking around everyday. To the Cain family you are in my thoughts and prayers, I am so sorry for your loss.
Posted by: Rhiannon Bradley at September 11, 2008 03:18 PM
To the family of Daniel Cain, I would like to extend my deepest sympathies. I worked with Danny when I was still at Wella. We worked on several projects together and became good friends. He was a person that that we could trust to do the job right. He was a fun guy.
We will miss you
Posted by: Jack Koelewyn at September 11, 2008 02:09 PM
To the family of Daniel and the family of Nicole Barone, I would like to extend my deepest sympathies. I worked with Danny when I was still at Wella; we worked on several projects together and became good friends. He was a person that we could trust to do the job right. A fun guy.
We will miss you.
Posted by: Jack Koelewyn at September 11, 2008 01:50 PM
Gerti my heart goes out to you and your family during your recent loss. I will continue to pray for you and your family.
Posted by: Lori Strickland at September 11, 2008 05:46 AM
I had'nt seen Danny for several years since he was a kid until at work one day as he sat across from me at lunch. He spoke to me and said you don't remember me... and when he told me his name I couldn't believe it... he was all grown up... but he was still sweet, kind and gentle as I remembered him being as a kid. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.
Posted by: Rita Keesee at September 10, 2008 10:39 AM
I remember Danny from high school. He was always very nice and friendly to everyone. My prayers are with his family.
Posted by: Ella Casey Maokhamphiou at September 10, 2008 09:36 AM
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE WHOLE CAIN FAMILY I REMEMBER DANNY WELL THE TRIPS OF THE BUS WITH THE BAND GOOFING OFF I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM AS A FUN LOVING AND DEVOTED FRIEND I REMEMBER A FEW CAMPFIRES BEHIND HIS PARENTS HOME I CAN ONLY REMEMBER DANNY WITH A SMILE AND I AM THANKFUL OF THAT IMAGE I WILL TRULEY MISS HIM AND PROUD TO HAVE CALLED HIM A FRIEND
Posted by: JENNIFER SHIFFLETT LAIL at September 9, 2008 09:02 PM
I'll never forget the first time I met Danny. He had just moved to Dinwiddie and was in my 8th grade English class. I remember thinking he's cute...for a short guy. We ended up with one of the strongest friendship I have ever had. A lot of my childhood memories include him. He, Mindy,Jim and I were a package deal.We did so much together and when we weren't together we were on the phone with each other.You never saw us alone. Danny, though he was small at the time, was always my protector, he watched out for me and was my voice of reason. Not only did he open his arms and heart to me but so did his family. We all spent a lot of great times at Danny's house. I always loved how close he was with his mom,dad, and sister. They always made us all feel like we were apart of their family.
Even though I moved away from Va. Danny's still kept in touch. The last time we talked was around his birthday and the last thing he told me was that he loved me. That is what is helping me get though this. I know he loved me and he knows I loved him. I just wanted his family to know how special he was to me and how much I love him. The world is a little bit dimmer without him because he shined like no other.
Posted by: Heather Mathias Sutton at September 9, 2008 05:25 PM
It is saddening to hear that Danny's life was cut so short. I will remember him as someone who always had a smile on his face. My prayers go out to his family during this difficult time.
Posted by: Jessica Nielsen-Woodfin at September 9, 2008 05:17 PM
I would like to extend my deepest, heartfelt sympathies to all of Danny's family during this time of grieving. While I haven't seen Danny for some time, I knew him well in high school and saw him occasionally after we graduated. In band he was always jovial and cracking jokes, even when I was way too serious. He always made it to practice and games, and he always did his best. He will be missed.
Posted by: Luc Martin at September 9, 2008 04:18 PM
I remember Danny from high school, always smiling and friendly, never cross with anyone. He left an indelible impression on all who knew him and he will be missed. Please accept my condolences and may God bless you and keep you in this time of personal sadness.
Posted by: Angelica Bega Hart at September 9, 2008 03:18 PM
Jessica I am so sorry for the loss you and your family have suffered keep your head up and be strong. You will be in my thoughts if there is anything I can do please let me know.
Posted by: Wanda Ward at September 9, 2008 08:25 AM
While I was only fortunate enough to have met Danny a couple of times, he made a lasting impression. He was open, kind and genuine to me as if he had known me for some time. It is apparent Danny touched many people in a positive way. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Posted by: - J. A. at September 9, 2008 08:24 AM
Danny is one of the most caring and nicest people i have ever been so lucky to have met. He and i met through a mutual friend and during that meeting we realized that we both had alot in common with one another on a more personal level rather than just playing pool. Ever since that night we have been friends. Danny would always ask me first before anything else "how are you and your kids doing"...he always showed concern and even if things werent going so good..just being around him always lifted my spirits. He was always passionate about his pool playing but even more passionate about his friends and those that surrounded him. He was a very loving father who spoke of his 2 girls every single day. He would always flip out the phone showing us all new pictures of them that he had taken. Danny was a good friend that i will truly miss and also one that i am so lucky to have met almost a year ago. He has touched my life deeply and i am very proud to have had him as a friend!!!
We miss you dude
Posted by: Charlie Hairfield at September 9, 2008 07:12 AM