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Nathan Blockman Obituary
He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Barbara Marano Blockman and two daughters, Marci Blockman Platkin and Terilyn Blockman all of Memphis.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Morris and Sadie Blockman and siblings, Asher Blockman, Joseph Blockman and Betty Fast. He was also preceded by his only grandchild Andrew Platkin.
The funeral was held at Baron Hirsch Cemetery Friday July 26, 2025. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to The Andrew Platkin Memorial Fund at Bornblum School or to foreveryoungvets.org
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