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Obituary For Rev. Robert Monroe McCain, Sr.

Reverend Robert Monroe McCain, Sr, 78 of Greensboro, NC, passed March 31, 2022. Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 9, 2022, at 12:00 noon at St. Matthews UMC, Greensboro, NC. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the start of service from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Burial will follow in Eden Garden Cemetery, Eden, NC. A repast will be held at The Event Center Greensboro-Khalif; located at 2000 Wendover Avenue East, Greensboro, NC 27405.

On June 25, 1943, under the tranquil skies of Rockingham County in Reidsville NC, the spirited life of Robert Monroe McCain Sr. began. On March 31, 2022, after 78 years, Reverend Robert McCain’s earthly life came to a close at Beacon Place in Greensboro, NC following a lengthy illness. Fondly known as Bob, Bobby, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Uncle Bob, Coach, Pastor and “Blessed and Highly Favored”, he was born to the late Lucy McCain Hart and William Gerringer. His mother later married the late Reverend George Hart, lovingly referred to as “Daddy George”, who was a great influence in Bob’s life for 50+ years. Bob received his early education in Rockingham County and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1961. He received a BS Degree from Winston-Salem State University (1965), received two Master of Science degrees from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University both in Educational Administration and Supervision (1993 & 1994). He was inducted into Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Graduate Chapter in Lynchburg, VA (1967).

Bob was an educator for 37 years in various cities: Gretna, VA, Washington DC, Detroit, MI, Yanceyville, NC and Greensboro, NC - Guilford County Schools where he retired in 2002. While teaching, he also served as a football, basketball, and track coach. He was the director of the National Youth Sports Program at NC A&T (2003). He received numerous teaching and coaching awards and certificates including Employee Emeritus Certificate from Guilford County in 2002. He grew up in the First Christian Disciples of Christ Church in Rockingham County and continued serving at Mt. Pleasant Christian Church when he moved to Greensboro. He later transferred to St. Matthews UMC in support of his wife, where he served as a van driver, Superintendent of Sunday School, Director of Youth and Children’s ministry, Certified Lay Speaker, a member of the United Methodist Men and member of the Progressive Adult Choir. Bob received and accepted “the call” to ministry in 2006. He later received a Master of Divinity from Hood Theological Seminary (Salisbury NC) in 2008. Reverend McCain served in various churches in the Western NC Conference of the United Methodist Church which included St. Paul UMC (Kernersville, NC), Withers Chapel UMC (Belews Creek, NC), Empire Charge – Seagrove, NC (Pleasant Hill UMC, Pleasant Ridge UMC, Stout’s Chapel UMC) and McCrary Chapel UMC (Ramseur, NC), which was the last appointment before his retirement in 2015. On June 8, 2022, Bob and his lovely, dedicated wife, Cynthia Nash Spinks McCain, would have celebrated 42nd years of marriage. In addition to his parents, Bob is preceded in death by two brothers, Otis T. Gerringer and Donald Lee Carry. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Cynthia Nash Spinks McCain; three (3) sons: Robert M. McCain, Jr. (Kyra) of Gilbert, Arizona, Lonnie A. Spinks III (Inga) of Greensboro NC, Calvin F. McCain (Sharrie) of Gibsonville, NC; two (2) daughters: Tonya D. Green (Daryl) of Danville, VA and Felecia L. Titus (Bruce) of Concord, NC; 8 grandchildren (Erin, Jazmin, Darius, Kendra, Xavier, Chase, Londyn, Lauryn); 7 great grandchildren; one sister Martha Arrington of Bowie, MD; three brothers William Bratcher of Reidsville, NC, Danny Gerringer of Baltimore, MD and Tyrone Gerringer of Cantersville, MD and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Bob was a loyal friend and proved to be so by staying in close contact with childhood friends especially with his Booker T. Washington classmates of 1961. He never met a stranger; he would encourage others, provide shelter and food to those in need. Bob loved his family and did all he could to support them until his illness prevented it. Even during his declining health, he touched the lives of those attending to him. When they would ask “how are you Mr. McCain?” he would say "I am Blessed and Highly Favored".

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I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Bobby. I send my condolences to the family. I met him when I was a little girl while staying with Mrs. Annie McCain on Race Track. I always thought so much of him.

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Deepest condolences to Cynthia and the McCain family. May God comfort you and surround you with his peace. Barnetta McCain and family

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Words cannot describe what I am feeling. My thoughts and prayers are with your family! He was an outing teacher and coach for all students that attended B.Y H S. He was a father,counselor and friend to many of his students. He will truly be miss!! Rest In Peace my dear friend!! Anita Graves class of 1975.

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I send my deepest condolences to the McCain family. Mr. McCain was 1 of my favorite teachers at Lincoln Middle in the early 90s. He is one of the ones that inspired me to get into teaching. I respected him dearly. He'll surely be missed. I pray that the family will be strong and stay connected always. That's what he want. That is what God want. You all be blessed.

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I send my condolences & Love to the McCain family. May God continue to give you the strength you need at this difficult time. Mr. Gordon Clay Slade, and Rev. Bobby McCain, (Both Coaches), are back together again, now with their wings. R. I. P. Mrs. Penda Mebane

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My sincere condolences to Cynthia and the entire McCain family.Before he was Reverend McCain many students and student/athletes at Bartlet Yancey High School knew him as Coach McCain. He was a role model to many (including myself). Coach McCain was very instrumental in my life. He inspired me to be our President of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and steered me to continue my education after graduating from High School at our beloved Winston-Salem State University. Through the years i have tried to stay in touch. I always enjoyed seeing him and catching up on the phone. I will miss him. I am eternally grateful for his guidance, his friendship, and for him being a role model to many. RIP Coach...Derwin Swann, B.Y. Class of 78, W.S.S.U Class of 82

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Cynthia, so sorry to here about Bob's passing. We will certainly miss seeing you two together and we will remember all the laughs we shared down through the years. We will definitely send one (prayer) up for you and the family! Hang in there, Yahweh is with you. Charles and Wanda

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My sincere condolences Cynthia to you and your family and all who knew Rev McCain! May God Comfort and Strengthen you during your loss and days going forward!🙏🏾❤️ Margie Thompson

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CONDOLENCES TO THE MCCAIN FAMILY> MAY GOD BLESS AND COMFORT YOU. ESTHER PRICE AND FAMILY.

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You were a father figure and a coach to me at a young age, may you rest in peace. Derek B. B.Y.class 1980.B

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Marva and I offer our condolences, our prayers, and our deepest sympathy. Blessings, Marva and Samuel H. Moore, Jr.

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My sincere condolences to the family of my co-worker and friend, Bob McCain! From the first til the last day working at BYSHSchool, you were a true warrior, professional and made me laugh often. I will remember you like yesterday.❤️Always,Barbara A Butler

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Praying for the family of Mr. McCain. He was an outstanding, compassionate teacher that I admired until this day. He was my father figure while I was in high school. Thanks family for sharing this awesome man with BYHS Class of 76! SIP ~Dorothy Jeffreys

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Sorry to hear of your loss he will surely be missed many blessings. Praying that God will strengthen you during this time of your loss. Love Deborah & Kenneth Matthews from the Empire Charge UMC, Pleasant Hill, Piney Ridge UMC.

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Prayers of comfort for the family. Coach McCain was a great mentor

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So sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort in knowing that Bob is safe in the arms of our Lord and Savior. Our prayers are with you and your family. David and Raye Foust Kelly

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To my family, through your sadness, may you find comfort in the never-ending love of Christ. I am truly going to miss Bobby, we have always been very close over the years. " RIP Bobby" Love you always. Betty Lue

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Condolences to the McCain family. May God bless and comfort you.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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