VASSALBORO – Steven K. Houston, 72, of Vassalboro, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024, surrounded by loved ones at his home.

Born to John and Marjorie (Tournier) Houston on Feb. 17, 1952, in Portland, Steven was a lifelong resident of Vassalboro.

He attended the University of Maine at Farmington where he obtained his bachelor’s degree and started his career as a teacher in Virginia before returning to Maine and teaching in Pittsfield followed by IT work.

Steve’s passion was his family’s blueberry farm, Sunnyside Farms. He spent his free time on the property and working to better the land. He was a jack of all trades and was always teaching those around him. He enjoyed outdoors activities such as fishing and hunting. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited, Trout Unlimited, Sierra Club, Ruffed Grouse Society, and Pheasants Forever. He was a member of the Planetary Society since 1982. He was also a member of the Wooden Canoe Heritage Association. His greatest joy was raising his children and spending time with them at his favorite place: camp.

Steven was predeceased by his parents John and Marjorie; as well as his brother, John.

His memory and legend will live on in his surviving family. Steve is survived by his wife, Julie; and his two children, Kelsey and Matthew. He is also survived by his brothers Samuel, wife Gloria and their children Elysia and Samantha; and David, wife Bonny and their children Christopher, Vanessa and her family.

Steven Houston will be remembered as a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. His legacy will live on in his family and in the land he spent his life nourishing.

Per Steven’s wishes, no celebration of life will take place. A burial will be held later this summer in Bucksport at the family plot in the Moulton Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

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