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DR. RICHARD J. BLOCKER

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Brookline, Massachusetts

RICHARD BLOCKER Obituary

Name: Service for DR. RICHARD J. BLOCKER
Start: 2018-07-15T14:00:00.000Z
Location: Temple Shir Tikva

BLOCKER, Dr. Richard J. "Ricky" Of Natick, formerly of Wayland at age 74. For 53 years, the beloved husband of Ellen (Bloom). Devoted father of Michael Blocker & his wife Maureen, Deborah Merwitz & her husband Gary, Jeffrey Blocker & his wife Marcy and Daniel Blocker. Loving grandfather of Caeli and Brigid Blocker, Ally, Brooke and Carly Merwitz, Mia and Adam Blocker. Dear brother of David Blocker & his wife Linda. Fond uncle, cousin and friend to many. Devoted son of the late Benjamin and Hadassah (Waldman) Blocker. Graduated from Boston University School of Medicine in 1967. Shortly thereafter, he served in the United States Coast Guard in the public health service. Dr. Blocker was a fixture in the Metrowest community as a well respected pediatric ophthalmologist for over 40 years. In addition, he was an associate professor of ophthalmology at the Boston University School of Medicine. His dedication to helping children with special needs was seen through his work at Franciscan Children's Hospital, the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center, and Belchertown City Hospital. Together with his wife Ellen, they were among the proud founding members of Temple Shir Tikva in Wayland. Services at Temple Shir Tikva, 141 Boston Post Road, Wayland on Sunday, July 15 at 10:00am. Interment at Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, MA. Shiva will be observed immediately following burial on Sunday until 4:00pm and from 6:00-8:30pm at 10 Nouvelle Way (South Tower, 6th Floor), Natick. Continuing Monday and Tuesday from 2-4pm and 6-8:30pm at 3 Barnesdale Rd, Natick. Please omit flowers, remembrances may be made to Temple Shir Tikva, 141 Boston Post Road, Wayland, MA 01778 or Children's Eye Foundation, childrenseyefoundation.org Levine Chapels, Brookline

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for RICHARD BLOCKER

23 Entries

Jason Testa

April 16, 2023

DR BLOCKER WAS A WONDERFUL DOCTOR VERY SAD THAT HE PASSED AWAY SENDING LOVE AND PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND GREAT EYE DOCTOR

Kathy Blizard

September 11, 2020

I worked for Dr. Blocker for 3 years before moving to Florida 28 years ago. I just came across this notice and it saddens me. He and Ellen treated the staff wonderfully and I will always appreciate those years. I'm so sorry he passed away. Please take care.
Our condolences.
Bill and Kathy Blizard

Lorraine Garvey Wales

July 19, 2020

7/19/2020

Ellen, I am Michael Garvey's Mother. I believe you will remember us during the many years we came there. I actually wanted to thank you two for all your kindness

I was looking up Dr. Blocker's name on-line to try to connect with you two. And, oh,I found him in Legacy. I cried. I am so so sorry . You both were wonderful to us all those years. I never forgot the two of you Actually, it was to again you two and to sadly share that Michael passed away on 4/24/20. Very peacefully. He was 45 and I also wanted to let you know his lived a wonderful, love filled life, with excellent care.

I hope you and all your family are doing well and staying safe. I don't even know if you will receive this, but I hope you do

Allison Cohen

November 20, 2018

Dr. Richard J, Blocker was my eye doctor since I was kid growing up he is a really funny guy, I willl miss him very much.

Allison Cohen

November 20, 2018

Dr. Richard J, Blocker was my eye doctor since I was kid growing up he is a really funny guy, I willl miss him very much.

Deb VanderVeen

November 20, 2018

I am so sorry to hear this, I was just thinking about him the other day...
I always credit Dr. Blocker for my early training in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus-- with fornix based adjustable sutures using the microscope! He was an important figure in our organizations and local training programs.
Belated condolences-

Elias Traboulsi

October 28, 2018

Sorry to hear about his passing. Our profession of pediatric ophthalmology has lost a valuable member. Elias Traboulsi

Steve Lichtenstein

October 25, 2018

So sorry to hear this. Rich was a friend while I was in training in Boston, and a guiding light with video taping and bringing the AAPOS meeting into the 21st century! His smile will be genuinely missed.

Irene Bloom

October 25, 2018

Ellen,
So sorry to hear about Richard. I so enjoyed getting to know both of you at APOS meetings.

Al and Anne Cossari

October 24, 2018

Ellen,
Anne and I heard about Ricky's passing today. Please accept our deepest condolences. We really enjoyed the times we were together at meetings and will cherish those memories.
Al and Anne Cossari

Stephanie Cohen

July 27, 2018

I remember when u two met as I was a camper at pembroke many years agoI am sorry for your loss may your memories console youStephanie Stevie cohen

Carol and Peter Silbermann

July 26, 2018

Dear Ellen and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. We so enjoyed getting together with Ricky and you in Florida for golf and will always remember how brave Ricky was in dealing with his illness and how he always lived his life to the fullest of his abilities right up to the end. We will miss him. All our love.

Paul Allen

July 20, 2018

Dear Ellen and Family, I am really happy that I got to see you last year at the reunion and send Merilyn and my Condolences to you. He was a good friend, and fellow classmate.

Paul and Merilyn Allen

Sheila Halet

July 17, 2018

Dear David and family, BDE.
Sincerely Morahyaffah aka Sheila Halet.

Linda Kahn

July 16, 2018

So sorry to hear of Ricky's passing. We are sending our condolences to you and your family. He will be missed.
Linda and Chester kahn

Alison Mayersohn

July 14, 2018

Hard to imagine a world without Ricky. Wonderful friend who gave so much to the community. I never attend high holiday services without thinking of him singing.
Missed by all. Sending love to Ellen and the family. His memory IS a blessing.

Sandy Rawl

July 13, 2018

Ellen and family.. We go back many years and I just want you to know I am thinking of all of you..Ricky was always a kind person to everyone.. I just lost Barry so I know what you are going through.. If you ever want to talk feel free to get in touch with me.. I live in Franklin, MA. My love and prayers to all of you

July 13, 2018

Ellen and family: we go back many years and Ricki was always wonderful, kind person..My thoughts and prayers are with you all.. I just lost Barry and certainly know what you are going through,not easy, if you ever want to talk, I am here.. I live in Franklin, MA
Love, Sandy Rawl

Kayle Martino

July 13, 2018

Doctor Blocker operated on my sisters lazy eye. She had been teased for years and years. Doctor Blocker literally saved her life with that surgery. We are forever grateful to him.

July 13, 2018

We just received the word about wonderful Ricky; may he rest in peace. I certainly recall my interaction with Ricky and Ellen through my years teaching the Blocker kids, and we spent some beautiful time in Italy together back in 2005. What a lovely, generous, genuine, altruistic man, someone everyone will miss. We send love to all of the Blocker family. Ricky will be sorely missed.
Helene and Elliot Lerner

Donald Bachman

July 13, 2018

Rick was so right and kind. He was an optimist and tried to do as much as he could.His voice was unique and we can hear his rendition of Avenue Malkeinu imprinted on our memory. He will be missed and fondly remembered.Karen Back and Don Bachman

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