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Joseph Block Obituary
March 10, 1924 - September 13, 2016
Danville - Joseph E. Block, 92, of Danville, passed away at 9:40 pm, Monday September 13, 2016 at his home. He was born March 10, 1924 in Danville, IL to Jesse E. & Elsie Long Block. Joe married Marjorie Fox on April 8, 1950 in Catlin, IL. Marjorie survives as well as: 1 son: John L. Block of Santa Fe, New Mexico; 1 daughter: Deborah (David) Ziebart of Sanford N.C.; 1 grandson: Jason (Amy) Ziebart; and 3 great-grandsons: Noah Ziebart, Joseph Ziebart, Oliver Ziebart. He was preceded in death by 1 bro: Robert Block.
Joseph taught 7th & 8th grade in Catlin for a brief period. He served first in the Navy, and later the Air Force, where he earned the distinctive honor of being a "Navy Golden Shellback." He served as an Air Force Instructor for over 20 yrs. Prior to returning to Danville, the couple resided for a time in Merced, California. Joe enjoyed golfing and was a member of Toastmasters International, Lions Club of Merced, CA. He attended the First Presbyterian Church of Merced, CA and was an avid reader and book collector.
Funeral services 2 pm Sunday at Robison Chapel in Catlin. Ed Ross will officiate. Burial will follow in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Indianola. Visitation is from 12 noon till service time on Sunday at Robison Chapel. Memorials to the Catlin Church of Christ or Lions International. On-line condolences at www.robisonchapel.com
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Laura and Mark Gerkan
September 26, 2021
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