James D. “Jim” Cain
James D. “Jim” Cain, 85, of Thebes, Ill., passed away Friday, April 24, 2026, at Mercy Hospital in Cape Girardeau, Mo.
He was born July 26, 1940, in Pulaski County, Ill., the son of Herman and Grace (Holshouser) Cain.
He married the love of his life, Barbara Beasley, on Dec. 30, 1960, in McClure.
She preceded him in death, along with a son, David R. Cain. He was also preceded in death by his siblings, William Cain, Eugene Cain, Freddie Cain, Farie McRaven and Patricia Powers.
He is survived by his daughter, Lorrie (Jeff) Woith; seven grandchildren, Jacob Cain, Samantha Kaiser (CorySpicer), James (Becca) Woith, , Talon Cain, Amanda (Nathan) Shane, Caleb Cain, and Erin (Kaleb) Bauer; 14 great-grandchildren, Justin, Barbara, Brayden, Elizabeth, Maddison, Bentley, Conner, Matthew, Raegan, Stevie, Rosie, Jesse and Braeleigh; three great-great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law Raymond Beasley and Archie Beasley; sister-in-law, Charlotte Beasley; and many nieces and nephews whom he greatly loved.
Jim and Barb moved to Peoria, Ill., in 1964, where he began his career with Caterpillar Inc. He worked at the foundry in East Peoria before retiring from the Mapleton Plant in 1990. J
im also managed Scenic View Trailer Park in East Peoria for many years. Earlier in life, he worked for the Shoe Factory in Anna and upholstered furniture in Cape Girardeau.
Jim found his greatest joy in the outdoors—whether hunting, fishing, or simply being in nature. He especially loved attending and helping supply fish for the family fish fries alongside Babe Beasley.
He loved to garden and was known for his mischievous humor and love of laughter, Jim was always ready with a joke, a playful song, or a teasing grin that could brighten any day.
Visitation was held Tuesday, April 28, followed by funeral services at McClure Baptist Church, McClure, Illinois. Pastor Stephen Clardy will officiated. Cremation rites will be accorded, and inurnment will take place at a later date.
Jones Funeral Home Tamms is in charge of the arrangements.