Elroy John "Roy" Cain, Jr.

After a life rooted in faith and love, Elroy John Cain, Jr. (Roy), age 80, of Prairieville, Louisiana, entered eternal life on February 28, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Roy is survived by four children: Andrew S. Cain, Stephanie Cain Rodrigue (Mike), Michael M. Cain, Benjamin P. Cain (Lisa); eleven grandchildren: Katherine L. Cade, Garrett A. Cade, Jamie N. Cade, Mikey Rodrigue, Conner Rodrigue, Cole Rodrigue, Madison M. Cain, Sydney E. Cain, Destin E. Cain, Alyssa M. Cain, Grant M. Cain; two great grandsons: Parker J. Chua and Spencer J. Hinds; and a great granddaughter, Stella J. Hinds. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Susan Styron Cain, brother Byron Marshall Cain, and parents Elroy John Cain, Sr. and Mary Melba McGee Fredericks. Roy is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Susyn W. Cain and Judy Styron Pierce, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Born March 13, 1945 in New Orleans, Roy was a graduate of the University of New Orleans and a member of the Metairie parade, Krewe of Caesar. He had a long career as a Financial Controller, with his longest tenure—more than 30 years—spent at Lengsfield Brothers, Inc. Known for his sharp wit and infectious sense of humor, Roy found great joy in music, particularly the timeless sounds of Motown and the classics of the 1960s. A faithful member of the Catholic Church, Roy shared his beautiful voice as a cantor and choir member at several parishes: St. Mary Magdalen, Metairie, LA; Our Lady of the Lake, Mandeville, LA; St. Stephen, Bentonville, AR; and St. John the Evangelist, Prairieville, LA. Additionally, Roy generously gave his time volunteering at the local food bank, serving those in need with compassion. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Catholic Funeral Mass at L.A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Boulevard, Kenner on Friday, March 13, 2026. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to noon. A Catholic Funeral Mass officiated by Reverend Luis F. Rodriguez will follow at noon. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, 5190 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans. In lieu of flowers, donations in Roy’s memory preferred to the American Heart Association. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.muhleisen.com

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Elroy John "Roy" Cain, Jr.

March 13, 1945 - February 28, 2026