"Our deepest sympathy to you! Joey will be missed. We will miss seeing him come into Walmart with a smile on his face!Gods blessings to you "
In loving memory of
Joseph "Joey" Block
April 7, 1977 - July 17, 2020
Joseph Joey Block, 43 year old resident of Swanville, MN died on Friday, July 17 at his home with his parents by his side. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 22 at 11 AM at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls with David Sperstad officiating. A visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, July 21 and from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Wednesday at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls. The burial will be held at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery north of Little Falls. The family request social distancing per the MDH.
Joey Block was born on April 7, 1977 in Little Falls, Minnesota to Barb (Kedrowski) and Gene Block. Joey attended special education classes at Little Falls Community Schools. He worked for many years at Employment Enterprises in Little Falls. Although being wheelchair bound and having to overcome multiple health problems, Joey lived life to the fullest. He was a happy and loving person. He loved riding in the side by side wheeler and being with mom and dad outside. Joey loved his easy listening music and Christmas music. He loved the Christmas season and even had a Christmas Tree in his room year around. He loved his personal care givers and they all loved him, especially his belly laugh. God sent Barb and Gene an Angel that was a loving and happy little boy!
Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Barb and Gene Block of Swanville; grandmother, Frieda Kedrowski of Little Falls and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joseph Kedrowski and George and Mary Block.
The casket bearers will be: Jeni Swanson, Rachel Korf, Jen Dukowitz, Kelsey Pillatzake, Mary Winter, Kristen Waterman, Jenna Klemish.
The family request memorials preferred to the donors choice.
The arrangements for Joey are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls, MN. 320-632-4393.
Tributes
"My sincere sympathy to you, Barb and Gene. It was such a privilege to have known Joey."
"Our deepest sympathies Barb and Gene. Heaven gained an angel. Mike and Louise Frank"
"The video tribute of Joey was beautiful. Did he always smile? My deepest sympathy to you and Gene. You two gave him a wonderful life."
"We live in Preston, MN, and only knew that Joey was wonderful and much loved through his Dad. Gene would come to hunt in our area, but would actually spend a lot of the time hunting area sales to look for special treasures to take home to Joey. We know he was dearly loved, and our hearts ache for Gene, Barb, and all of Joeys extended family. Kristi and Kiel Anderson"
"My sincere sympathy on the loss of your son. I remember when Barb and Joey shopped at Coborn's and I was clerking in the grocery dept I always enjoyed Joey. Now a special angel you have in heaven. Your video was put together so well. He definitely was a loved young man. God bless you in the days ahead with peace and love."
"My sincere sympathy to Barb and Gene on the loss of your son Joey. I recall Barb and Joey shopping at Coborn's and I was clerking the grocery line and you would come through; Joey was quiet but I usually got a big smile from him. Now you have an angel in heaven watching over you. God Bless you all as time marches forward. Your video is a lasting memory of Joey and it was so well done. He was a very loved young man. May God give you peace."
"Dear Uncle Gene and Auntie Barb,I am so glad we saw Joey play his pots and pans. He wrestled with Uncle Gene and had such a good time. He was the sweetest cousin and he would give you a smile!Your'e in our thoughts and know that you are loved by so many people and relatives. I am so glad to have had a cousin like Joey. I remember the fireworks and how much fun he had. You guys were the best parents and I look up to you. I will miss the little guy.Mom sends her love and prayers."
"Barb and Gene, So sorry to hear that Joey is no longer with us. I watched the video and he truly was happy and smiling on every picture. Remarkable guy. I want to let you know that Im thinking about you during this difficult time and you are in my prayers. My deepest sympathy goes out to you."
"Sending thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time. I will always remember the love you showed in raising and caring for him."
"Our sympathy to Joey's family."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Joey was a very special young man, and now in heaven doing everything that he loved to do and now can do even more. An angel he is! Rest in peace Joey!"