Lonnie Caine Sr.

Mr. Lonnie Caine, Sr., was born on November 12, 1949 to Johnie Robinson and Lou Helen Johnson in Hazleburst, MS. Lonnie was reared by his grandparents Willie Lee Caine and Charlie Ann Jones-Caine of Pearl, MS. His parents and grandparents proceeded him in death. Seven Siblings also proceeded him in death: Alice Ray, Betty, Terry Clemmie, Sammie, Simmie and Charles. Lonnie graduated from Carter High in Brandon, MS in May 1969. He joined the United States Army in November 1968, where he fought in The Vietnam War. While in Vietnam, he and Ethel Mae Jenkins became pen pals, promising to marry her, whenever he made it home from the War. Lonnie was injured in War and sent hom. Upon returning home, keeping his promise he did marry Ethel on October 3, 1971 and they created four beautiful children. The marrieage later resolved after many years. Years after the resolution of their marriage, Ethel met Willie Atkins and remarried. Lonnie and Willie built a friendship and Willie promised Lonnie that he would love, nurture, and take care of the children as his very own. Lonnie was Honorably discharged from the US Army in May 1972, yet remained an active reserve member. He worked for VA Sonny Montgomery Hospital, retiring after 34 years of service. He was a 100% disabled Vet. He also cooked at the Cotton Bowl, Paradise Lanes, and Manhattan Nursing Home, until his health declined. Lonnie became a member of Mt. Elam M.B. Church in his younger years and remained a member until his health failed. Lonnie received a degree in Mechanics from Hinds Community College. He enjoyed fishing, as a sport, and he loved pets. Often you could find him planting flowers, and vegetables in the yard and nurturing his garden to reap the rewards. He loved watching wrestling and would often take the children to the Coliseum to see a match face to face. His number one pastime/passion was Bowling. He enjoyed taking the children to watch him Bow. He received many trophies for Bowling. He was part of a Bowling team, they often traveled out of State to League Tournaments and Bowling remained part of him, even after his health began to fail. Lonnie was always smiling and would have you laughing even when you had a bad day. He loved people and he loved to cook for anyone for any occasion. Lonnie understood the plan of Salvation and confessed that Christ was his Lord and he knew God for himself. Lonnie was called Home to be with the Lord, Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood, MS. He leaves to cherish his memories: 4 Children, Yolonda (Melvin Ray) Lewis, Lonne (Cynthia) Caine, Jr., Veronica (Ellis) Evans, Kinisha (Eric) Terry. 20 Grandchildren, Jordon, Iyonna, Aubrey, Zyiona, Aydelyn, Kristen, Trevon, Andrew, Lonnie Orion, Madison, Logan, Jaraiya, Kiana, Kaelyn, Jessica, Marcus Jr., Eric Jr., Gavon, Akimmie, and Taylor. 2 Great-Grandchildren, Carter and Reagan. 11 Siblings, Vera Johnson, Dorothy Johnson, Patsy Johnson, Keith Johnson, James (Patricia) Sumlar, Charles Robinson, Mary Robinson Johnson, Tamera (Lionel) Robinson Catching, Lynette Robinson, sister Gussie and sister Dana. 4 Aunts, Emma Daniels, Charlestine Straughter, Lorean (Leon) Rainey, Mary (Wilson) Boyd and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.

Lonnie Caine Sr.

November 12, 1949 - January 14, 2018