Thomas H. ‘Bones’ Cain – Forward Township
Obituaries
April 24, 2026

Thomas H. ‘Bones’ Cain – Forward Township

FORWARD TOWNSHIP Thomas H. “Bones” Cain, 91, of Forward Township, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesd a y , April 22, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend, Tom lived a full and meaningful life centered around family, hard work and service to his community. He was a longtime member of Elizabeth United Methodist Church and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Albany, spending time in the Mediterranean Sea. Tom was a skilled craftsman whose career reflected both talent and dedication. He worked as a cabinet maker at Dreschler’s Cabinet Company in Elrama before going on to found and operate Rondell Cabinet Company. Even into his 80s, he continued to lend his expertise by repairing and maintaining chiropractic tables for local doctors — a testament to his strong work ethic and willingness to help others. He was deeply involved in his community, holding membership in VFW Post 7632 (Kastan-Uveges Post), Stephen Bayard Masonic Lodge No. 526, was a former member of the Elizabeth Lions Club and a charter member of the Forward

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