Kenneth Roy Cain

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Kenneth Roy Cain went to be with our Savior on Monday, February 17, 2020 in Albuquerque, NM. He was born on Tuesday, August 29, 1939 in Skiatook, OK to Leta Belle and Roy Cain, who preceded him in death. He grew up in Santa Fe, NM, moved to Albuquerque at age 12, and would later join the Navy in 1956. He served his country with great honor. After his return to Albuquerque from the military, he met his wife, Josie Ortiz Cain. They married on Friday, June 1, 1962. He devoted his career to the Albuquerque Journal where he worked for 40 plus years. Though his real passion and love was providing for and raising his family, along with raising cattle, chickens and many other animals on his small farm in Albuquerque.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Josie Ortiz Cain; sisters, Dixie Armijo and Joann Broten; brother, Doug Cain; his 11 children, Robbie Garner and Robert, Yvette Lopez and Abie, Renee Rodriguez and Frank, Claude Cain and Douglas Bickle, Lloyd Cain and Christy, Eric Cain and Cyndi, Lori Atencio and Ray, Eileen Saul and Rick, Beth Vance and Mitchell, Roy Cain and Jan and Sarah Anaya and Adam; 30 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren.

His life was filled with immense joy, love, dedication, and commitment for his children and his family. He demonstrated a strong conviction to his faith, values, and resilient work ethic. His character was admired by all and his abilities were limitless. He was loved and touched by everyone who knew him. We are honored and proud to carry on his legacy. We cannot wait to meet him again.

We love you Kenneth, Dad, Grandpa