Gloria Crain Obituary

BLOUNTVILLE - Gloria Wills Crain (61), of Blountville, TN, went home to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 27, 2024, after a battle well fought with cancer. She was a native of Battle Creek, MI, the daughter of the late Richard Wills and Kathryn Jordan Wills, and a true UP North girl at heart. She was survived by her husband, John Crain, and was his faithful wife and companion for over 40 years. In addition, she is survived by her daughter, Jenny Halcomb, of ND, son, Richard Crain, and wife Amanda, of Gray, and by her daughter, Kendra Crain, of Blountville, to whom she was the most wonderful mother and friend. She also dearly loved her four beautiful grandbabies - Lucy, Silas, Sage, and Annie, and could always be found on adventures with them, whether swimming, or rock looking, or playing together. She was the most amazing Grandmum. In addition, Gloria was an avid disciple-maker and teacher. She loved her students and colleagues at every school she was serving, which included Tri-Cities Christian Academy, Providence Academy, and Cornerstone Christian Academy. She was a regular attender at First Baptist in Blountville, TN, where she taught Sunday school and enjoyed the fellowship of her Sunday school class. Above all, she desperately loved her Savior and depended on Him to carry her through this life's journey, both joys and sorrows, until she saw Him face to face. She most definitely received a "well done". A celebration of life was held on Wednesday Jan. 30, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Blountville, TN. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Bridge Home No Kill Shelter in Blountville, TN, in her honor and the honor of all her faithful furry companions whom she loved so well. This obituary was lovingly written by the Crain Family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.oakley-cook.com. Oakley-Cook Funeral Home and Crematory, 2223 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620 (423-764-7123) is honored to serve the Crain family during this difficult time.