Thomas Marean McCain Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Thomas Marean McCain died peacefully under the watchful care of his family on Saturday, February 27, 2021 at the age of 81. Tom had graduated from Stroud Union High School in 1957. He received various certifications in Electronics and Engineering through his coursework at DeVry Technical Institute, Drexel Institute of Technology, and Temple University Technical Institute. He was also an instructor in Basic Electronics at Upper Bucks County Technical Institute. Tom retired from East Stroudsburg State College where he was an Electronics Systems Technician. He also retired from Stroudsburg Area School District where he had enjoyed driving the school bus. While he enjoyed retirement, he often shared whimsical stories and fond memories of the students along his route. He was also a Boy Scout leader for Troops 89 and 103. He was known for his love of animals, unyielding work ethic, and story-telling skills. His passion for puzzles led to his extensive pursuit of knowledge and solutions within everyday activities; at times to the chagrin of his family. Tom enjoyed collecting unusual items which was most noticeable through his eccentric lighting arrangements hanging above a gathering. His collection of unconventional outbuildings also spoke to his enjoyment of off-beat items and his carpentry expertise. Tom's love of ketchup, Velveeta cheese, and Spam is well established in fond family conversations. And while his meticulous calculation of wood burning efficiency is renowned, most will remember his quirky t-shirts which brought a smile to those who took a moment to read. While short on words of affection, his love for his family and friends, expressed through his frequent cards and article clippings, was understood. He is survived by a son: David Gary McCain (Bethann); a daughter: Wendy McCain Hammerstone; five grandchildren: Maranda Hammerstone (Andrew Xie), Abril Hammerstone (Justin Schwendemann), Gavin Hammerstone (Katie McMaster), Dannielle McCain, Megan McCain; his sister: Patricia Williams McCain; nieces: Judy Stevens (Jeffrey), Jeanne Pounder (Richard); and lastly his beloved dog, Hershey. In addition to his parents: Winfield Shute and Francene (Marean) McCain, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Wilton Roy Williams Jr. The family requests those who wish to express sympathy to consider making a donation in Tom's name to A.W.S.O.M, Animal Welfare Society of Monroe, 3129 Godfrey Ridge Drive, PO Box 13, Stroudsburg, PA 18360. There will be no services at this time; a private celebration of life will be held at a later date. Private cremation has been entrusted to Bolock Funeral Home Crematory. The weather channel has lost a faithful viewer.

Thomas Marean McCain

June 2, 1939 - February 27, 2021