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BLOCK Audrey Block, 74, born in Brooklyn, N.Y. on April 10, 1934, passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday morning, February 17, 2009. Preceded in death by parents Leonard and Sophie Schnell and sisters Carol Bear and Reva Sanderman. Survived by loving husband, Harold; children, Steven Block, Lisa Block, Alan Block and Pat Wise; grandchildren, Jason Block, Linsey Block, Sari Block, and Jacob Block; and many nieces and nephews. Audrey will be missed not only by her family, but also by her many friends in the Columbus community. Audrey was a fixture and respected business partner at Block's Hot Bagels. Over the years she touched the lives of countless patrons and employees. Audrey was an active member and supporter of the Leo Yassenoff Jewish Community Center. She was active in the Gallery Players, and performed in many past productions, including Guys and Dolls and Milk and Honey. Audrey was an extremely dedicated and nurturing grandmother. She will be remembered most as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. In memory of Audrey's many years of service to the Columbus community, Block's Hot Bagels at 3415 E. Broad St. will be closed Thursday, February 19, 2009. Funeral service 1:30 p.m. Thursday, February 19, 2009 at THE EPSTEIN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 3232 E. Main St., with Rabbi Areyah Kaltmann and Cantor Baruch Shifman officiating. Burial to follow at New Agudas Achim Cemetery. Shiva will be observed Thursday evening and Friday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Block's residence. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Leo Yassenoff Jewish Community Center, 1125 College Ave. Columbus, Oh. 43209. Online guestbook at www.epsteinmemorial.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 18 to Feb. 19, 2009.

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Sharon Dexter De Size

June 1, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I was just thinking of visiting her since it's been so many years. I loved working with her at Blocks and she will be greatly missed but I have many great memories of her.

Vicki Piers

April 24, 2009

Dear Hal, Steve, and my old buddy Alan,
I just found out about Audrey's passing when I located my friend David Anderson, from Walnut Ridge. We're having our 30 yr. reunion this summer and he mentioned to me about Audrey in an email. I've lived in Denver for 22 yrs. so I don't keep up with Columbus news. Audrey was so awesome. I loved working for her at Blocks. She will be missed and I am very sorry for your loss.
Vicki (Frazier) Piers

Gary and CJ Walker

February 23, 2009

Hal and Family, We were very saddened to hear of your loss and want you to know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. I've always felt like a member of your family and deeply feel your loss.

Jamie Kaplin

February 22, 2009

Dearest Harold, Alan, and all of the Blocks that I do not know, Albuquerque moved with the loss of Audrey. I am stopped in my tracks upon hearing this and I send you all of my love as you guys deal with this huge void. I am very sad, Jamie Kaplin

Lenny Pacifico

February 21, 2009

Dear Hal, Steven, Alan and family. I just learned of the loss of Audrey. My heart goes out to you. May the love and support from family and friends bring comfort to you during this difficult time.

Mitch & Phyllis Hicks

February 21, 2009

Mr. Block, Steve and Alan,
Our thoughts and Prayers are with each of you and all your family during this time.

LOU tiberi

February 20, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kim Brown

February 20, 2009

Dear Hal, Steve and the whole Block family, My heart goes out to all of you! I was very saddened when I heard of your loss! Audrey was one special lady. Your whole family has touched my life in such a way you all will never be forgotten!

Tricia Dake

February 20, 2009

The Block Family,
You are in my thought and prayers during this difficult time. Audrey made a huge impact on my life. She gave me my first real job at the age of 15, and what she taught me I still use today. Your mom is a very special person, and I will never forget her.

Jeff Crair

February 19, 2009

Over the years we ran into you two in many restaurants and it was always nice seeing you two. Our deepest sympathy.
Jeff and Joanne Crair
Multiflow of Columbus

Abbe Lavine

February 19, 2009

Dear Hal and family, our deepest sympathy. Audrey was one of a kind, and we will miss her more than we miss her bagels.
Abbe and Mark Lavine ex Bexleyites.

Alicia Dobson

February 19, 2009

To the Block Family- My heart goes out to you in this time. May the Lord bless and keep your family.

Nancy Moretti

February 19, 2009

Hal and Family,
My deepest symathy. Audrey was quite a women, and will be missed.

Frank Resch

February 19, 2009

We wish to express our deepest sympathies to the Block family for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time... from the Resch Bakery family.

Caren Baier

February 19, 2009

Audrey ws the first adult to ever have me call them by their first name. She was someone you never forget. She will be missed.

Alex & Debbie Zobel

February 19, 2009

We send our deepest sympathy:
Alex & I will never forget the friendship we shared with the whole family. We always had an open invitation to stay at the home when we were in town for a show. Audrey always made Alex a home cooked dinner and some kind words .
We will miss her very much she was a very unique and classy woman and we loved Audrey very much. We will never forgot our memories of her.
Alex & Debbie Zobel

Jim Corbett

February 19, 2009

Alan,
I was sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. I know that this is a difficult time and please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

May the memories that you will carry during you life help to ease your loss.

Bob & Lynda Chapman

February 19, 2009

Dear Alan, Pat and family - we are so sad and sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you and yours now and the days to follow. We will be holding you close. Love, Bob & Lynda

Melitta & Rick Jennings

February 19, 2009

Dr. Block and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Amy Hoey

February 19, 2009

Alan and Pat, We are so sorry for your loss. Although we did not know her, losing your mom is never easy. Our prayers are with you. Amy and Phil

Barry Van Hoose

February 18, 2009

Hal, Steve and family,
It's been many years since I've seen you, but the memories of my first job at Block's Bagels and working along side Audrey resonate to this day. I'm saddened by her passing. Please, accept my condolences and prayers during this time.

Cora Tucker

February 18, 2009

Alan,

I was so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was indeed a very special lady. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this diffucult time.

Wendy Barkin

February 18, 2009

I am very sorry for your loss. I have may fond memories of Audrey at Blocks , eating my bagel with a shmear and her canasta playing and joking with my mom at the Excelsior Club.May your memories be a comfort to you at this very sad time.

Roslyn Greenberg

February 18, 2009

Hal and family.
Pam and I are so truly sorry to hear of your great loss. Audrey was always very kind to Pam when she worked for you. Please try to stay strong and always keep all the memories of Audrey close to your heart.
Roslyn Greenberg
Pamela Greenberg Mauger

Vienna Distributing Co.

February 18, 2009

Our sympathies to the Block family on your loss.

Nancy Buffington

February 18, 2009

Steven and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Peg Higginbotham

February 18, 2009

Steve-and other family members, my sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mother. She was indeed a fixture at the store and I will miss her smiling face. I am sorry.

Chris Myers

February 18, 2009

To the Block Family- My father Al or better known as A.O. Myers went to Block's every Sunday after mass (timed just right to get "Hot Bagels") for bagels with me in tow!. I couldn't wait to get out of mass and listen to Audrey "talk to" dad, see you had to have your order ready for Audrey or you would here about it from her! That tradition I passed on to my three boys. At 10:15a.m Sunday mornings (if you want em' Hot) go to Blocks. As we will miss Audrey! Chris Myers and Family, Our Thoughts and Prayers are with You. Bexley,Ohio 40 years of eating Blocks "Hot" Bagels

Michael Vincent

February 18, 2009

Dear Block Family,

I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I always wanted a grandmother like her that checked in on her grandchildren so often and with such care.

Denise McMaster

February 18, 2009

Dear Alan, I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I never met your mother but through your mentions and stories, I know she was a wonderful person and I'm sure she will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family at this sad time.

Denise McMaster

Dara & John Buchy

February 18, 2009

Our deepest sympathies to the Block Family in your time of loss. John and I both enjoyed our conversations with Audrey. What an amazing lady!!

DICK MARSHALL

February 18, 2009

TO THE BLOCK FAMILY
I MET YOUR MOTHER 30 YEARS AGO WHILE WORKING AS SALESMAN FOR POLLACK WHOLESALE
THE STORE WAS LOCATED IN A DIFFERENT LOCATION
SHE WOULD ALWAYS OFFER ME COFFE OR A BAGEL
SHE WAS WONDERFUL TO ME
MAY SHE REST IN PEACE
THE SOUTHEND OF COLUMBUS

George Caruso

February 18, 2009

To Alan and family, My prayers and deepest sympathies go out to you and your family on the loss of your Mom. May God Bless all...George Caruso (Dublin, OH )

Denise Urell

February 18, 2009

Stunned and saddened by the news and so sad for the family. I always enjoyed my conversations with Audrey, a fellow New Yorker full of life and fire, and a directness that rivals my own. My heart goes out to Steve and Lisa and the kids and of course, Hal and everyone else in the family. She will be missed.

David Orr

February 18, 2009

To the Block Family;
We are deeply saddended to hear of your loss. Audrey touched the lives of the entire Orr family. We keep Audrey and your entire family in our prayers.

Podiatry Group at OSU

February 18, 2009

You are all in our prayers. Our heart goes out to the whole family.

Francis and Joy Coleman

February 18, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Myrna Kobre

February 18, 2009

My deepest sympathies to the Block family. I will always remember Audry with a smile on her face.

keni marvin garver pate

February 18, 2009

sorry about your loss we will miss going in the bakery and getting bagels from audrey.we thought the world of her.

Chuck Langstaff

February 18, 2009

To the Block Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Audrey was a very special person and we will both miss her greatly. Chef Charles and Grace Langstaff

Cindy Dalton-Moore

February 18, 2009

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I have many memories of Audrey. I first was introduced to her when I was 15, 40 years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with Hal and the entire family.

Karin Wise

February 18, 2009

Dear: Allan,Pat and Family

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Love,

Stephen, Karin and Kevin Wise

marilyn ogg

February 18, 2009

i will miss her stories about her grandchildren

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