HOLLIS- Robert Blair Garland, age 67, of Hollis, passed away on Aug. 22, 2017.
He was born in Portland on Oct. 31, 1949, a son of the late Eugene and Eleanor (Blair) Garland.
After graduating from Gorham schools, Robert went on to proudly serve in the US Navy during the Vietnam War.
For many years, he owned and operated Smart Coffee and Vending.
He will always be remembered for his love of the outdoors, auto racing, and automotive work.
Robert was a member of the American Legion in Westbrook and served as a reserve police officer for the town of Scarborough.
He is survived by his beloved wife- Priscilla (Breton) Garland; children- Kevin Wilson and his wife Tracy of Hollis and Richard Wilson of Hollis; brother- Warner Garland and his wife Joan of Old Orchard Beach; niece & nephew- Linda and Bruce; four grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.
A celebration of life service and military honors will be announced at a later date.
Arrangements are with Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton. Online condolence messages can be submitted at www.mainefuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, 11 Hunnewell Road, Scarborough, Maine 04074.