Obituary of Dale Block

Dale Russell Block, 60, of Lloydminster, Alberta, graduated to his forever home peacefully on Monday, November 23 in Calgary, Alberta, surrounded by family.

Dale was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba to John and Gloria Block on April 30, 1960.  He went to school in Winnipegosis, graduated from Carman Collegiate High School and took his post secondary education at Winnipeg Bible School (Providence University College & Theological Seminary).  He worked in numerous different jobs including as a youth pastor and child protection worker, and most recently as Manager of Children’s Services.  Dale loved camping, hiking, mountain biking, traveling, reading, and spurring others on in deep conversation, but his most favorite times were those spent being with his family.

Dale is survived by his wife of 33 years Amanda Block of Lloydminster, three sons Jason Block of Calgary, Andrew (Kenda) Block of Strathmore, and Jonathan (Elaina) Block of Lloydminster, his mother Gloria Block of Calgary, Brothers Gerald (Grace) Block of Saskatoon, Elden (Cindy) Block of Sherwood Park, Dwight (Heidi) Block of Calgary and numerous nieces and nephews and their children.  He is predeceased by his father John Block of Calgary.  He was also predeceased by his 6 unborn children Samara, Isaac, Maria, Daniel, Gideon and Hope.

Viewing was conducted in Calgary on November 28 followed by burial at Rocky View Garden of Peace in an intimate setting with family and a few close friends.  Choice Memorials of Calgary administered the arrangements.

The family would like to invite you to view our public memorial online on Saturday, December 12 at 11 a.m. MST.  This will be conducted from McCaw Funeral Chapel in Lloydminster and officiated by Reverend Ken Fisher.  The live stream link will be attached here on that day.

We are also offering family and friends the opportunity to send “Hugs from Home”, this will give those who are not able to attend the service an opportunity to share a token of love and support. If you would prefer to call our office, 780-875-4444, or submit online condolences, your message will be handwritten and attached to a white balloon. These balloons will be placed throughout the chapel to offer love and support on the day of the service. 

Memorial donations may be made to the ALS Society of Alberta (www.alsab.ca)