Melvin Block Obituary
Melvin was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Years ago, he was a retired lieutenant for Baltimore City Police.
Surviving him are children: Michael Block of Hampstead, MD, Carolyn Block Wagner of Belair, MD, grandchildren: Matthew and Jennifer Block, and former spouse: Susan Block.
A private interment will take place in Garrison Forest Veterans Cemetery, Owings Mills, MD.
Arrangements are by the ECKHARDT FUNERAL CHAPEL, P.A., Manchester, MD.
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3296 Charmil Drive P.O. Box 389, Manchester, MD 21102
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