Larry Ray Cain was born on September 22nd, 1949, to Hubert Virn Cain and Betty Lou (McClenning) Cain. He grew up in Independence, Kansas where he attended local schools and learned the value of hard work, family, and being there for others.

Larry married Emma Lee (Prather) Cain, on July 20th, 1968, and together they built a loving family and shared many wonderful years. They were blessed with 2 children, Tracy Anna (Cain) Boorigie and Jeffrey Ray Cain, both of Independence.

Larry began his working career at Starcraft Boats and later worked for Hackney & Sons, where he retired. In addition to being a dedicated family man, he was a talented craftsman who could fix, build, or tinker with just about anything, and loved being outdoors on the farm. He took great pride in his work and was always willing to lend a helping hand.

Those who knew Larry will also remember his wonderful sense of humor. He was quite the jokester, so there was rarely a dull moment when he was around. His laughter, stories, and ability to make people smile will be deeply missed.

Larry is survived by his loving wife, Emma Lee Cain, their daughter Tracy Anna Boorigie (Kim), His son Jeffrey Ray Cain (Kris), 7 Grandchildren: Samantha Cain (Paul Donnelly), Hunter Boorigie, Trista Jones (Kyle), Leslie Cecil, Durrell Collins, Lakin Huckabey, Chayce Littau (Alyssa) and 10 Great Grandchildren: Casey Harelik, Charlie Donnelly, Keeva Boorigie, Mya Neal, Arabella English, Jayedin, Liam, Grady, and Shayne Huckabey, his sister Linda (Cain) Osterberger, and numerous family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents Hubert Virn Cain and Betty Lou Cain, and his three brothers, Richard, Bobby and Junior Cain.

Larry leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, hard work, craftsmanship and family. He will be remembered as a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Brother, and Friend whose presence made life a little more fun for everyone around him.

His family and friends will cherish the memories he gave them, his stories and laughter, and the love he shared . Larry will be deeply missed and forever loved.

You are invited to join us for a celebration of life on August 22nd at Noon at IGC Sporting Heritage Center, 212 North Penn Avenue, Independence, Kansas.