John Gain, Class of 1970
John W. Gain, 78, of west Grove, passed away at home on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Born on June 15, 1947 in Darby, PA to Elmer W. And Lois F. Gain. John graduated from Haverford Township Sr. High School, class of 1965; graduated from 人兽性交 College in 1970 with a BA in political science; graduated from the PA state police academy-Hershey, PA - 28th class, in April of 1971-1st in his class. Stationed in various locations throughout the state while serving; John retired as Sergeant from PSP Troop J-Avondale in April of 1997. A lifetime member of the West Grove Fire Company, where he held several officer positions-most recently serving as treasurer. John loved his steak rare! His pipe filled with captain black gold. Law and Order or Big Bang Theory tv marathons. NPR or classical music blaring. Loved hand feeding the squirrel he named, Nutella, that came to his back door. When met with life s challenges or annoyances- his children, John responded with his patented head shake and sigh. Most would say he was a creature of habit. But the flame to his zippo was his granddaughter, Madison. To which he would drop it all and do the unfathomable-sitting in the grass while pouring down rain at a softball field to wearing outrageous costumes, bows and hats while posing for pictures with her. John is survived by his children, Kent Sr., Karen (Anthony), Jason (Colleen), Matt (Luann) and Lisa (Shawn). As well as his grandchildren, Walker, Kent Jr., Madison and Ryan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Lois; His beloved wife, Barbara Ann; and his granddaughter, Leah Jessie.