Louis Semrau

Portland - Louis Semrau, 86, died on July 24, 2024, surrounded by his family. Louis was born on March 13, 1938, in Buffalo, NY, the son of the late Louis and Jane Semrau Jr. He graduated from Buffalo State College with an undergraduate degree in education. He began his career as a teacher and principal in Lockport before joining the Peace Corps with his wife, Barbara, where they served in the Philippines. Louis furthered his education by receiving a Master's degree from Peabody College, and later earned his Doctorate from the University of Oregon. Louis taught at the University of North Carolina before moving to relocating to Jonesboro, AR where he was on the faculty at Arkansas State University until he retired. Fly fishing was his passion and he enjoyed spending his free time fly fishing and tying flies. His other interests included working on his house and pasture; various animals including goats, horses, and dogs; volunteering at the local food bank; and traveling with his wife and children. Louis was predeceased by his wife, Barbara earlier this year; and two siblings, Jan Semrau Hayes and Sharron Semrau Quaintance. He is survived by his children, Lita Semrau and husband John Turk of Portland, Maine, and Tony Semrau of Arkansas; three siblings, Alan Semrau, Adrienne Semrau Reese, Lee Semrau; three grandchildren, Tea Semrau, Jack Turk, and Dakota Elliot; and a great-grandson, Draco. Services will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of the Conroy-Tully Walker Funeral Home of Portland, ME. To view Louis's memorial page, or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com. Memorial contributions may be made in Louis's memory to Helping Neighbors Food Pantry, 501 W. Highland Dr., Jonesboro, AR 72401 or Good Shepard in Maine at www.gsfb.org/get-involved/