POLAND – Vernon Arthur Strout, 76, of Poland died Sunday May 1, 2022 at his home with his loving family at his side after a long illness. He was born in Lewiston on Feb. 12, 1946, a son of the late Gracia Marcotte. He was educated in Lewiston and graduated from Lewiston High School class of 1965. He then went on to join the National Guard.

Vernon married his true love the former Sandra Perkins on Oct. 28, 1966. He was a truck driver for several years for Lewiston Bottled Gas, and later worked at Jack Rays Texaco in Auburn before retiring.

Vernon enjoyed going to the coast with his wife, when his family was young he enjoyed family trips to Story Land, Santa’s Village and Fun Town. Vernon was always the most positive and friendly person you could meet, he was also quick whited and had an unconditional love for his family. He will be missed by all who loved and knew him.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years Sandra of Poland; his three children Dean Strout of Poland, Linette Grenier and her husband Rock of Mechanic Falls, and Joe Strout and his wife Sonia of Lewiston; his grandchildren Bryce Strout, Todd and Jamie Lyons, Jacob Strout, Brittany and Nicholas Strout; and several great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his in-laws Evelyn and Tony Berube, Leonard and Debbie Perkins, and Francis Perkins. He was predeceased by a son Jim Strout in 2020; his two sisters Florence Michaud and Dorothy Strout, and a brother-in-law Kenneth Perkins.

On line condolences can be shared at http://www.advantageportland.com

At Vernon’s request there will be no services. Arrangements are under the direction of Advantage Funeral Services 999 Forrest Ave Portland, ME