Julian Block

For nearly 20 years, Julian was a columnist on tax matters for the membership magazine of the National Association of Science Writers. He wrote excellent copy, never missed a deadline, and was a joy to work with. Julian was a consummate professional with a sly sense of humor, calling me Maxwell Perkins on the rare occasions when I had reason to nit-pick something he wrote. I will miss him very much. My deepest condolences to the family and everyone who knew him as a friend.

Julian Block was my favorite tax source when I write for Money magazine. Generous with his time and willing to answer every stupid question I have, sometimes explaining an arcane rule multiple times. I am grateful for his insights and for knowing him.

I was very sorry to hear about Julian's passing. I am a business writer and editor and frequently used Julian for articles, commentary and fact checking. Not only was his knowledge of tax encyclopedic, but he had a gift for explaining even the most complex situations for a lay audience. He took his work seriously, while remaining friendly and easygoing in all dealings. Every conversation I had with him was a pleasure. My sympathies are with his family at this difficult time.