Joseph Block Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joseph Block of Miltonsburg, Ohio, born in Zanesville, Ohio, who passed away on September 10, 2021, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Francis Block and Edith Yeagle Block; his wife Deborah VanSkiver Block of Miltonsburg; his siblings, Darleen and Virgil Block; and his grandson Thomas Block.

He is survived by: his children, Maria Mauger (Shane) of Westerville, Teresa McMillan (David) of Miltonsburg, Ohio and Joe Block (Christi) of Pickerington, Ohio; his siblings, Eileen Ackerman (Clarence) of Somerton, Ohio, Francis "Sonny" Block of Miltonsburg and Andrew Block of Miltonsburg, Ohio; his grandchildren, Erica Sims, Lyndsie Fortin, Tyler Sims, Zachary Sims, Olivia Merew, Jessie Block, Cullin Smith, Samantha Merew, Wyatt Mauger, Avery Fortin, Wesly Mauger and Kayla Block; and his great grandchildren, Jadeyn Jackson and Paisley McGregor. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, 37501 State Route 78 West, Woodsfield, Ohio from 2:00 p. m. – 4:00 p. m. and 6:00 p. m. – 8:00 p. m. Friday, September 17, 2021 where social distancing and face masks are encouraged.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Sylvester School, 119 Wayne Street, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793.