In loving memory of

Walter Bloch
January 30, 1923 - October 21, 2010

Walter G. Bloch was born on January 30, 1923, in Westbrook, Minnesota to Max and Marie (Kobbs) Bloch. He was baptized and later confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church in Westbrook. He attended country school in Rosehill Township.

On April 2, 1945, Walter was united in marriage to Laurene K. Burns at the Grace Lutheran Church Parsonage in Westbrook. After marriage, Walter and Laurene farmed near Westbrook. In 1961, they moved to a farm seven miles north of Windom where they were involved in dairy farming. They retired in 1992 and moved into Windom. Laurene passed away on January 30, 2008. After Laurene's death, Walter continued living in Windom. In June, Walter moved into the Sogge Memorial Good Samaritan Society in Windom where he passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at the age of 87.

In his earlier married years, Walter was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Westbrook and then transferred their membership to the American Lutheran Church in Windom after moving north of Windom. Walter enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, ballroom dancing, and shooting pool. Walter's greatest love and enjoyment in life was his family; especially his grandchildren.

Walter is survived by four daughters and one son, Cheryl Gegorek and her husband, Rick, of Summerland, FL; Joanne Elston and her husband, John, of Katy, TX; Debra Otto and her husband, Terry of Aitkin; Todd Bloch and his wife, Beth, of Windom; Tonya Knorr and her husband, Todd of Lamberton; 15 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Orlein Jurgens of Windom; Dorothy Lindstrom and her husband, Wesley, of Currie; and Della Hoffman of New Ulm; and many nieces and nephews.

Walter is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Laurene, two children, Terry and Paula Bloch; two brothers, Elder and William Bloch; and two sisters, Emalein Bloch and Hilma Anderson.

Blessed be the memory of Walter Bloch.

Tributes

Friends of Family wrote on Nov 4, 2010:

"Todd, Beth and family... Just wanted to send our condolences. Keeping you all in our prayers, God Bless. Eric & Michelle Majerus & family. "

Friend of Deb and Terry wrote on Oct 25, 2010:

"Deb,Terry,and girls, Sorry to hear about your Dad and Grandpa. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mama Sue and family"

Marlene Eichner, niece wrote on Oct 25, 2010:

"You will be missed, Walter."

Marlene Eichner, niece wrote on Oct 25, 2010:

"I have very fond memories of Uncle Walter as a little girl. His wonderful smile, and playing ball at the Burns reunions. Our heartfelt sympathy for your loss, Cheryl, Jo, Debbie, Todd and Tanya."

sandy penoyer petty classmate of Cheryl wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"Cheryl and Family You have my heartfelt sympathy at this time..Praying that God will hold you close and give you comfort "

Dan and Jenni Mitchell and the boys wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"We love you, Uncle Walter!"

Chuck and Kathy Anderson wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"Grandpa has been waiting for you Walt. The fish are biting. "

Chuck Anderson - Nephew wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"Walter was the anchor of the Max Bloch Family. He's the one that was always there to hold things together. I was so fortunate to grow up learning from him, how to work and how to play. My memories are filled with the great times we had out at "The Farm". I'm sure you kids are feeling the loss but always remember there were so many people that loved your Dad."

Maxine Jurgens, niece wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"He will be missed but never forgotten."

Maxine Jurgens, niece wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"Cousins, Sorry for your loss. I will never forget spending time at the farm with all of you milking cows. I will honor Uncle Walter everytine I go fishing and with a warm beer once in awhile. Sorry I can't be there with you but I send you a hug and keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Maxine"

Andrea Nerhus - Friend wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"Tanya, Todd, Deb, and JoAnn and all of the Bloch family...I saw Todd and Beth at the nursing home, and new it had to be the end for Walter. It was a good day for him. I'm so sorry for your pain, and what lies ahead of you. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time of your life. Hang onto each other and remain the family that would make your parents proud. Love, Andrea"

Carrie-staff at Sogge wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"He will be deeply missed. He always had a smile for the staff when they went in. "

Arlen and Adie Rossow, wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"We loved you and we will miss you Uncle Walter."

Adie Rossow, Niece wrote on Oct 23, 2010:

"Arlen and I will both miss Uncle Walter. He was a part of my entire life. My mom and dad were so close to him. He was my God Father, uncle and friend. We enjoyed fishing with him these last years, and Thanksgiving at Della's too. We know he is with Jesus as well as his loved ones. His suffering is over now."

Laurie Patterson, niece wrote on Oct 22, 2010:

"Goodbye, Uncle Walter."

Marti Klapprodt, family friends wrote on Oct 22, 2010:

"To Todd, Beth, and entire family, My parents, Marvin and Bonnie, thought the world of Walter and always had nothing but praise for him; definately one of the greats of the 'greatest generation'! May Walter rest in well deserved peace and his memory be in your hearts forever. God's care and comfort to all, Marti"