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Jonathan Block Obituary
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother "Mickey", and beloved step-father Donald VanderMale.
He is survived by his brothers Greg Block, Pat Block, and Carl VanderMale. He is also survived by his girlfriend, Susan Garn, and four children: Monica (41), Jacqueline (35), Samantha (31), and Joseph (22).
He was an injection plastic molding technician by trade for many years, and attended GRCC several times while employed by Johnson Controls. He made many friends, and belonged to the same fantasy football league for nearly 40 years! He threw the best Super Bowl parties, and could cook incredibly well. Especially on the charcoal grill. Jon was an intelligent man, and knew how to read a room. He brought laughter into the lives of everyone who knew him, even while experiencing tremendous hardship. He left this world as a man without an address, but with a whole community of individuals touched by his wisdom. He will be missed.
Visitation for Jon Block will be held on November 10, 2023 at 6pm at Bauer Community Fellowship: 4852 Bauer Rd, Hudsonville, MI 49426. A memorial service will follow at 7pm. Any floral donations may be sent to that address.
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Jon was one of my first childhood friends. We grew up together and had many great times. This is my favorite picture of us! Rest in peace my friend!
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Theresa Vredeveld
November 9, 2023
Theresa Vredeveld
November 9, 2023
Two of my favorite photos. Rest in peace
Heather VandeKopple
November 8, 2023
This is one of my favorite pictures of Jon.
Jean Baird
November 7, 2023
I only knew Jon as a teenager, but the memory of this very dear and sweet young man has always been in my heart.
Jacqueline buskard
November 7, 2023
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Joe Escareno
November 7, 2023
Worked with Jon years ago. Great guy, great sense of humor. Super funny guy. Went to tigers games with him. Loved working with him. Rest in peace my friend.
Bob Hofmann
November 7, 2023
I worked with Jon for some time at JCI and went to a few Tiger games with him and others from work. Always had an opinion on them(and many many other topics). I enjoyed those games and discussions as we had all the solutions for their problems. He was one of a kind!
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