Member of Messiah Lutheran Church. Survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Helen L. of Seattle; sons, Earl L. Grout III and his wife Nancy of Seattle, David E. Grout of Delano Minnesota; grandchildren, Melany and Cyrus Grout. Memorial service Tuesday, February 27, 10:30AM, Messiah Lutheran Church 7050 35th Ave NE. Seattle, 98115. Memorials suggested to Messiah Lutheran Church or a charity of choice.