At an early age he accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and was of Baptist faith.
He was employed by SeaArk Boating Company for several years. He was a kind, gentle, optimist, wise, well preserved, compassion, independent, loyal, and very respectful. He was a loving father to his children, brother to his siblings, a devoted uncle to his nieces and nephews, and a caring cousin, sharing with them many inspirational life experiences. He was loved so much by his family and friends and will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents.
He leaves to mourn one daughter Shannon Block, of Monticello, two sons Richard Block, of Monticello, and John Block, Jr., of Eau Clare, WI, seven grandchildren, Nadriona, Na'Shantia, Nortavian Girtman, Re'Kena Block, Sophie Block, Markieth Philippi, and Desmond Trok, nine sisters, Rosa Scott of Little Rock, Virginia Binns, Gail Block, Linda Block, Lula Haden (Henry), Mae Jane Block, and Minnie Rhodes, all of Monticello, Ethel Mills (Jeremiah) of Dumas, Patricia Buckhanan (Rynadle) of Pine Bluff, Ervin Block, of Monticello, Harold Block (Jewell), of Lacey, Otis Block (Ida) of Dumas.
Condolences(7)
Doris Block-Tomlinson
Detroit, MI Monday, November 4, 2013 To the family of John Wayne Block,It wasn't until recently, I heard of John Wayne passing. I had nothing by fond childhood memories of us coming down to visit the family in the summer. Those were wonderful summers for us. I am sorry to hear about your lost.
Doris
R. Pettigrew
, CO Monday, September 9, 2013 With our deepest condolences.Revelation 21: 3 & 4
james payne
dermott, AR Tuesday, August 20, 2013 I work at seark.god bless the family.i work with Minnie at delta regionalIzell and Allie Block
Crossett, AR Tuesday, August 20, 2013 I am a son of Willie Block who was a brother of Evie Block. May God bless each of you.bertie james
Monticello, AR Monday, August 19, 2013 Praying: for the family.Eld. Billy franklin
Robins, IA Thursday, August 15, 2013 God blessing .Regina Jacob
Monticello, AR Thursday, August 15, 2013 Rev. Block and Family:You have our sincere sympathy in the loss of your brother. May God's word bring comfort to you during this time.
The Jacob Family- Eloise, Shelia and Faye