Marjorie Steele
There are so many wonderful memories I carry of Mr. Cairns. I remember, as a young girl, sitting and listening to his long stories—full of wisdom, humor, and the kind of life lessons that stay with you long after the moment has passed. He had a way of making you feel seen, heard, and quietly guided, even when you didn’t realize it at the time.
I also had the privilege of witnessing the beautiful, storybook love he shared with Norma—a love that was steady, enduring, and deeply inspiring. It was the kind of love that set an example for everyone around them, a reminder of what true partnership looks like through all seasons of life.
Over the years, watching him become a grandfather added yet another layer to the man he was—gentle, proud, and full of a deep, abiding love for his family. It’s a legacy that will live on in each of them.
I cannot begin to fathom the depth of loss his family and children are feeling. But I find comfort in the thought that he is reunited once again with his beloved Norma—what must be an incredible and joyful reunion. My prayer is that all earthly pain has fallen away, and that the eternal love they share now surrounds their family, bringing peace, comfort, and strength in the days ahead.
He will be remembered with love, always.
-MCSB
