Michael Verow

SPRINGVALE–Michael Paul Verow, 69, of Springvale, entered eternal life with Jesus Christ on March 2nd, 2025.
He was born to Dorothy R. Verow (Trunk) and Earle A. Verow on December 1st, 1955, in Chicago, IL. Many enjoyable years of his youth were spent living in the West Indies and then later in Carle Place and Westbury on Long Island, NY. He had a deep love for animals which he impressed upon his daughter, Lauren. Michael was also a gifted artist. Throughout his life, Michael remained steadfast in his Catholic faith. He was deeply inspired by the teachings of both St. Padre Pio and St. Francis of Assisi, whose faith, compassion, and love for others guided his every step. Michael had proudly served as a Eucharistic Minister at his church. His faith was a source of encouragement to others, reminding all of the peace that comes from trusting in God's plan.
Michael worked over three decades as a Radiological Control Technician supporting the Department of Navy's mission to repair and modernize nuclear submarines. He worked at both Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and Puget Sound Naval Shipyard during his career. President George H.W. Bush officially recognized his personal contributions to the national defense of which he was especially proud of. Michael retired from the shipyard in 2020. He then enjoyed riding his motorcycle and spending time with family. Michael is survived by his two children Lauren E. Verow and Thomas P. Verow, their mother Robin L. Verow, and son-in-law Shain D. Verow. He leaves behind siblings: Joseph Verow, Mary Okan, Teresa McCann, Margaret Goldstein, Clare Hart, Anthony Verow, Catherine Quintana, Rosemary Freitag, and Andrew Verow; a special Aunt Florence Trunk; grandchildren Martin H. Bouchard Verow, Alvin L. Verow, Samuel T. Verow, and Emma R. Verow; and 17 nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Verow and father, Earle Verow.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, March 12th at 11 a.m. St. Mary's Catholic Church, 236 Eldridge Rd, Wells, ME. In lieu of flowers, donations in Michael's name may be made to Animal Welfare Society, PO Box 43, West Kennebunk, ME 04094.