Mark E. Block's Obituary
On Saturday morning, August 20th, Mark Block, age 50, entered into eternal rest with his loving family by his side. Mark was born in Royal Oak, Michigan in 1972. Mark moved with his parents Edwin and Carol Block to Germany until 1980. Mark moved to Troy, Michigan in the early 1980’s, where he met his lifelong friends, graduated from Troy Athens High School and later went on to become a successful real estate agent after attending Western Michigan University. Mark wed his soulmate and continued to live in Troy with his family and friends nearby.
A beloved husband to Lori, father to Ariana, Tristan and Tiffany (George) and G-Pop to AJ and Alessi. Mark was also a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. In his free time, Mark loved being around family and friends, either up at the cottage on the lake with family or playing cards with his friends. Mark also played softball with friends for many years. You could always find mark “talking shop” with anyone that would listen. He will be truly missed.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 23rd from 2:00 pm to 9:00 pm and on Wednesday, August 24th from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, August 24th at 12:00 noon at Hopcroft Funeral Home, 31145 John R. Road, Madison Heights, Michigan.
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