Gerald Robert Lain, 82, of Gunnison passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, while visiting family on one last adventure.
Born on August 28, 1943, in Oklahoma to Charles H. “Cheesie” and Sylvia Leona (Brown) Lain, Gerald grew up in a close-knit farming and ranching family with deep roots in many towns of southern Oklahoma. He was an active member of FFA with leadership roles in 1960-61. He graduated from Marietta High School in 1961 and carried forward the family’s values of hard work, faith, and service throughout his life. After graduating, Gerald enlisted in the USAF from 1961 to 1965 and served in Strategic Air Command in NH and LA. For the next decade, Gerald held various management roles, which led him on adventures while building his character. During this time, Gerald met his first wife, Deloris Cole in 1965. They had two sons and later divorced.
On May 21, 1977, Gerald married the love of his life, Kathryn Marie (Munger) Lain, at the Marietta, Oklahoma Church of Christ. Together, they blended their families and built a life centered on faith, family, and helping others. In 1982, He opened TODAY Realty, helping your dreams of tomorrow become Today. In August 1989, they moved to Gunnison, Colorado, where Gerald continued his real estate career. In 1993, he and Kathy restarted TODAY Realty in Gunnison, creating a thriving family business that served the community for decades. Gerald worked tirelessly for decades alongside his son, Jason, and daughter-in-law, Jenny, until 2012, when Jason assumed ownership (now Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Today Realty & Associates). Gerald remained active in the company, working in some capacity for another decade. Since obtaining his real estate licence in 1978, Gerald has been a dedicated leader in the real estate profession, recognized as Oklahoma Realtor of the Year in 1984 and as Board President. He served as President of the Gunnison Country Association of Realtors in 2013, Director of the Colorado Association of Realtors in 2014, and held GCAOR roles of Secretary/Treasurer in 2014, Board Member in 2015, and Chair-elect in 2016.
A devoted man of faith, Gerald was a lifelong member of the Church of Christ, serving as a deacon from 1990-96, and an elder from 1996-2000. He and Kathy shared a heartfelt ministry for decades, traveling across the western United States to deliver clothing, furniture, and supplies to Native American reservations and churches. Gerald also served his church family by officiating funerals for loved ones, including his brother Charles.
Gerald is survived by his children: Gerrald Robert Lain and Robert Hayes Lain, and their mother, Deloris of Grand Prairie, TX. Kristin Marie Ebey and husband Stephen Daniel of Stillwater, Oklahoma; Dr. Warren Munger Lain and wife Melissa Ann Hamlin of Westbrook, Maine; and Jason Aaron Lain and wife Jenny Simpson of Gunnison, Colorado; as well as five grandchildren: Alaina Kathryn Ebey, Tony Clarke Ebey, Eric Thomas Lain, William Barret Lain, and Wake Alexander Lain; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Kathryn Marie (2023), his parents (2003,1998), and his three brothers: Charles Dwayne Lain (2021), Royce Glen “Wahoo” Lain (2008), and Forrest Gene Lain (2015).
Gerald’s life was marked by robust energy, strength, generosity, and a spirit of adventure—whether helping families find their dream home in the Gunnison Valley, loading trucks for mission runs, or gathering with loved ones one more time. He will be deeply missed by all whose lives he touched.
Celebration of life services will be held at the Community Church in Gunnison at 2 p.m. on May 23, 2026. 107 N. Iowa St., Gunnison. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to a local church ministry or Habitat for Humanity of the Gunnison Valley in Gerald’s memory.
Condolences may be sent to the family in care of Berkshire Hathaway HomeService Today Realty & Associates,137 W Tomichi Ave, STE A, Gunnison.
Rest in peace, Gerald. Your adventures continue in the hearts of those you loved.
