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1958
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Elise Block Obituary
May 15, 1958 - May 21, 2025
Elise Anne (Poirot) Block was born in Douglas, Wyoming on May 15, 1958 to Norma Ann Reese and Russell Allen Poirot. Norma and the children moved to Alaska in the late 60s and settled in Palmer in the Butte area, where she met the love of her life David Block. David & Elise Block were married June 29, 1985 and remained married for over 39 years.
Elise is preceded in death by her brother Craig Poirot, mother Norma, and father Russell.
Elise was a loving wife, auntie, and friend. She loved much and was much loved. She will be missed by all.
There will be a funeral service for Elise on June 6th, 2025 at 2 p.m. at the Legacy Funeral Home (Wasilla Heritage Chapel - 1015 S Check St.) with a potluck following. She will be buried in the Butte cemetery.
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STEVE LE FAUCHEUR
July 11, 2025
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT ELISE PASSING, WE WERE FRIENDS WHEN I LIVED OUT AT THE BUTTE,BOWDENBURG LOOP, WENT TO SCHOOL WITH HER AT PALMER IN THE 70S. RIP
Cathy
June 30, 2025
Miss my big sister so much. I can hear you laughing with Craig, which makes me happy.
Kathy
June 2, 2025
Sad to see this. Elise walked at the park or Menard center almost daily. I would see and chat with her often and wondered why I had not seen her lately.
Matha
June 1, 2025
Elise is missed. Hugs to my brother and to Elise's siblings, nieces and nephews!
Cathy Obrien
June 1, 2025
Rest In Peace and give Craig and mother a hug for me. Love you always and forever. ❤
Annette Edwards
May 29, 2025
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