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GILSON - Hans Bertram Block, 50, of Gilson, Ill., died at 7:05 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2009, on County Highway 7 in rural Knoxville, Ill.
He was born on March 31, 1959, at Fort Campbell, Ky., the son of John R. and Sue Rathje Block. He married Rosanne Stockman on Aug. 23, 1986, in Galesburg, Ill.
Surviving are his wife, Rosanne Block of Gilson, Ill.; his parents, John R. Block and Sue Block of Washington, D.C.; two sons, J. Addison Block and J. Logan Block; three daughters, Peironnet Block, Layton Block and Ryan Marie Block, all of Gilson, Ill.; and two sisters, Cynthia Block of Union, Ky., and Christine (James) Lonergan of Washington, D.C.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Julius "Judd" and Madeline Block.
He was raised and educated in Gilson, Ill., attending and graduating from Knoxville High School, the Class of 1977. He received his bachelor of science degree in business from the Stetson University in DeLand, Fla. He then returned immediately to manage the Block Farms in Gilson, Ill., at the age of 21.
He was a member of the Knox County Pork Producers; active in the former Knoxville Jaycees; and a member of the Grace Church (Anglican) of Galesburg, Ill.
He enjoyed sailing, snow skiing and spending time with his family.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2009, at the Grace Church (Anglican), 151 E. Carl Sandburg Drive, Galesburg, Ill. The Rev. Thomas Janikowski will be officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today, Aug. 4, 2009, at the Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Home and Crematory in Knoxville, Ill. Burial will be in the Knoxville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Grace Church (Anglican) or to the Knoxville FFA.
Online condolences may be made at hurdhendricksfuneralhomes.com.
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Sponsored by Christine Block Lonergan.
Bob Daniels
August 29, 2009
On behalf of us all, the brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity of Stetson University, DeLand send our deepest sympathies to the Block family. Hans was a beloved brother and friend of many. His passion, love of life and devotion to his family will always be remembered.
August 17, 2009
To the Block family, I am so sorry to hear of your tragic loss of Hans. You have my deepest sympathies. This time of year, "Illinois State fair" always reminds me of your family. I am so sorry.
Leanne Langford Oswald
Janice Butler
August 11, 2009
To the Block family:
I learned of your tragic loss on a radio news item here in Springfield. In the meantime, I have been preoccupied with my husband's hip surgery; thus the lapse in this message. I am just heartsick for you; I remember from my friendship with you here in Springfield that Hans was so very dear to you and of your pride in knowing he would oversee the "family farm." This is all so unthinkable. I am so very sorry for your pain and please know you are remembered in my prayers.
Linda & Roy Gayhart
August 6, 2009
We are so saddened to hear of Hans' passing, and extend to the Block family our love and our deepest sympathies during this most difficult time. We keep you close to our heart and in our thoughts and prayers.
Richard and Lori Nelson
August 6, 2009
Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.
August 5, 2009
We regret your tragic loss and extend to the Block family our sympathy and supporting love. Gertrude and Tom Duffy
edward c. williams
August 5, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Duffy
August 5, 2009
Jack-
I'm thinking of you, now, and praying for you in the days to come. If ever comes a time, I'm here.
-Michael
August 5, 2009
I also share in your grief. We lost a son several years ago and remember all too well the heartache. Prayers and sympathy to all the Block family. John, I hope there is atleast one thing in my book that helps you and your family as you travel your own journeys.
God Bless,
Marilyn Adams
Founding President
Farm Safety 4 Just Kids
Urbandale, Iowa
GENE AND JOANNE GILL
August 4, 2009
UNFORTUNATALY WE ALSO LOST A SON IN THE PRIME OF THEIR LIFE AND WE KNOW HOW HARD IT IS FOR ALL OF YOU . OUR PRAYERS AND SYMPATHIES TO ALL OF THE BLOCK FAMILY
August 4, 2009
Our prayers are with you and your family.
The Thompson Family, Fairfax, Va
Wayne and Beth Wrage
August 4, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that our prayers are with your family
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