Robert C. Cain, age 71 of Stanwood, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2020, at his sons home with his family by his side. He was born July 26, 1948, in Stanwood on the family farm, the son of Vernon C. and Ilene (Seaman) Cain. Robert excelled in sports and was a 16 Varsity letterman and graduated from Morley-Stanwood High School in 1966. He went on to earn his Bachelors Degree of Science in Education with a minor in coaching from Ferris State University while playing center field for the Ferris baseball team. Robert taught Mathematics at Rockford Middle School for 30 years prior to retirement. He was a sports enthusiast who always looked forward to playing golf. Robert was also an avid motorcyclist. He enjoyed listening to music and flying planes. Robert appreciated watching and feeding the deer in his yard and his companionship of his pet cats. He was a man of many talents with beautiful visions; Robert built three houses, a barn, multiple decks, and did brick work. He could also fix cars, wire houses with speakers, and always had the latest technology and gadgets. Robert passed these talents and important life lessons on to his children by teaching them throughout his life. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Robert is survived by his three children, Jamie Abberton of Rockford, Robert B. Cain of Stanwood, and Brian (Yolanda) Cain of Rockford; four grandchildren, Zachary, Christian, Brandon, and Olivia; three siblings, Walt (Mavis) Cain, Lillian Cain, and Mary (Steve) Dukes all of Stanwood; sister-in-law, Nancy Cain of Stanwood; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Vern F. Cain, sister-in-law Elizabeth Cain and niece, Bethany Cain. A burial service will be held on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at Stanwood Cemetery. A celebration of life is being planned for a later date. Memorial contributions may be made in Roberts name to the Animal Rescue Coalition of Mecosta County, 18400 220th Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307. Arrangements and care entrusted to the Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or leave a condolence for the family by clicking the guestbook tab at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com Graveside Service Wednesday, March 4, 2020 12:00 PM Stanwood Cemetery