"Cindy and family, Valerie and I send our sympathies to you on Vern's passing. We had many encounters with the entire Poll family over our years in Maquoketa. He was always smiling even when he didn't feel the best. That is what I will always remember about him. We will keep you all, and him, in our prayers."
In loving memory of
Vernon E. "Vern" Poll
January 26, 1949 - January 29, 2022
Vernon E. "Vern" Poll, 73, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday evening, January 29, 2022, at his home.
A funeral mass celebrating Vern's life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M., Friday, February 4, 2022, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at a later date.
It is recommended to utilize masks during the visitation and services.
Vernon E. Poll was born on January 26, 1949, in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Raymond H. and Wilma Clara (Weis) Poll. He graduated from Andrew High School in 1967. He then attended Wisconsin State University at Platteville prior to joining the Army National Guard of Iowa. He married Cynthia Marie Miller on September 26, 1970, in Maquoketa, Iowa. Three children were born to this union, Lindsay, Joshua, and Andrea.
Vern had done carpentry and construction work his whole life. He first worked for Paul Laughlin Construction and then John Cressey Construction. He was also the co-owner of Poll & Moore Construction Company in Maquoketa, and later worked for G.L. Stockham and Son in Maquoketa. Lastly, he owned and operated Vern Poll Builders in Maquoketa. He also farmed on the side and raised purebred Angus Cattle.
Vern was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa where he served as a head usher and on the Buildings and Grounds committee. He was a leader of the Buckhorn Busy Bodies 4-H club for 23 years, a member of the Jackson County 4-H Food Stand committee for over 30 years and served on the 4-H Youth Committee. In 1984 he was named an honorary 4-H member and in 1988 he received the Charles Butterworth Award for service. In 2012, Vern and Cindy were inducted into the Iowa 4-H Hall of Fame. Vern also was a member of the Jackson County Cattlemen and the Eastern Iowa Angus Association. He enjoyed farming, woodworking, spending time with his family and grandchildren as well as watching the Iowa Hawkeyes. He especially enjoyed attending his grandchildren's activities, sporting events and cattle shows.
Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Cindy Poll of Maquoketa, IA; children, Lindsay (Mike) Metcalf of Pleasantville, IA, Josh (Stacie Johnson) Poll of Maquoketa, IA, and Andrea Glasscock of Bondurant, IA; 7 grandchildren, Cody and Colton Metcalf, Madison, Macy and Hazel Poll, and Cole and Kinsley Glasscock; siblings, Lorraine (Larry) Gilmore, Lois Barten, Patricia (Vince) Gerardy and Donald (Barb) Poll all of Maquoketa, IA; mother-in-law, Rose Marie Miller of Maquoketa, IA; brother-in-law David (Pat) Miller of Fisher, IN, and sister-in-law Bernice Poll of Maquoketa, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Duane, Roger and Kenneth, and a brother-in-law Herman Barten.
Online Condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
Tributes
"My deepest sympathy to you, Cindy, and your family. I just heard of Vern?s passing Saturday night. The 4-H world has lost a great leader. His memory will live on in the hearts of the many people he had touched. Please ring the bell for Vern. What a great person he was. Sincerely, Darrell Till"
"Such a nice man... Always enjoyed visiting with him when we lived on Pershing Road.
He and Josh had cattle across the street.
My sympathy to his family. "
"Dear Cindy, I'm at a loss for words to comfort you and am truly sad to hear of Verns passing. You both bring back fun memories we've shared over the years. As I watched Verns photo memorial, I realized what a full and joyful life he lived. The photos of your family growing and then growing again with grandchildren that you both obviously dote on. He loved you and the kids so very much and I know that will comfort you. But gone is always gone too soon. But we will all cherish the memories we made with you and Vern, the ready wit and that crooked smile of his, once that smile came out Vern would flash those eyes and we would all laugh with him. I send my thoughts and prayers to you and the kids. I know your loss, pain and shock and I know it helped me so much to read all the cards after Dennis died that were full of stories and shared memories, I hope they help you too. "
"Cindy and family, my sincere condolences in the loss of Vern."
"Vern was always a welcome sight to all of us here at Maquoketa Lumber . He was a No nonsense kinda guy who also had a good sense of humor and was just an all around great guy . he is missed here already . Our Deepest sympathy and prayers for all Verns Family "
"Our deepest sympathy to Cindy and her entire family for the loss of a husband, Father, and Grandfather. Our prayers will be with you at the very difficult time. "
"Lindsay so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Cindy and family: We are so sorry to hear our your loss. We will miss the ribbing of the Michigan / Iowa rivalry! Liverpool rummy card games will never be the same. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you."
"Our deepest sympathy to the Poll Family"
"Cindy, I have been thinking about you all day. My prayers go out to you and your family. It seems like only yesterday that I was playing the "Wedding March" while you were walking down the aisle to meet Vern. May these memories be a blessing and comfort to you. You picked a real winner! "
"I remember Vern and Cindy from our canoeing days with Kenny and Jody! Lots of good memories! Don't recall why Vern and Cindy were there - probably just to cheer the guys on! Like someone below said - always a smile on Vern's face. He was always friendly and warm. So very sorry that his light is gone from this world. I'm sure God had just the right place in heaven for Vern! "
"Cindy and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so very sorry for your loss. "
"When I first read this of course my heart went out to all of you - so sorry for your loss - but the first thing that popped into my head was his smile. He had a happy smile, a I'm not so sure you are right smile, and a you have to be kidding me smile. Always a smile. May you be blessed with memories and hugs. God will lead you thru the next few days, months."
"My heart is deep with sympathy for each of you. Vern was an amazing and skilled man in so many ways. I will always cherish our long time friendship, and all of the fun we had. He was an incredible friend, neighbor, card playing partner, and Santa to my grandchildren! His memory will live forever in our hearts. May God grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead."
"Cindy and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thought at this time."
"Cindy and family, So very sorry for your loss. Sending Hugs and Prayers ? "
"I have a lot of good childhood memories of Vern. He always had a friendly smile for me. Vern was a very dedicated 4-H volunteer?"
"Cindy and family- so very sorry to learn of this, I have know both Cindy and Vern for a long time, both hard working people,,I remember Vern working very hard on the 4-H food stand,, Please know that i am thinking of you all in this very hard time, i am sure Vern left people with lots of great and fun memories..."
"Damn! I used to work construction for Vern in the 80's. 1 of the nicest bosses I ever had. ? Anyone who could put up with my construction skills, not get mad & laugh...was a cool guy in my eyes. RIP Vern. ?"
"Rest in Peace Sir thoughts and prayers to everyone. Very sorry for your loss "
"To all of Vern's family: So sorry for your loss. Cherish the many memories you had together."
"Cindy so sorry for your loss. May God hold you and give you strength during this difficult time."
"Cindy sorry for your loss."
"My sympathy to the entire Poll family. Hold on to all of your good memories. "