Kari, you were one of my favorite clients. I can’t believe I’m just seeing this now. I reached out a while ago to see how you were doing and for some reason tonight I was thinking about you and found the obituary. You were such a joy to have in the salon. I loved doing your hair and all our conversations we would have about various things going on in our lives. You are such a bright light and I know you are shining down on us all with that big beautiful smile. Until we meet again my friend. God bless you!
Kari Lynn Block
February 14, 1976 – August 22, 2020
A visitation will be held from 11-1 p.m. on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at the Daniel-Anderson Funeral Home in Paynesville for Kari Lynn Block, age 44, of Bloomington and formerly of Paynesville. A private graveside service will follow at the Paynesville Cemetery with Pastor Adam Butler presiding. Kari passed away August 22, 2020 at her home in Bloomington after a year-long battle with chronic illnesses.
Kari was born February 14, 1976 in Paynesville to Kenny and Kathy (Eastling) Block. She was baptized and confirmed in the Paynesville Lutheran Church and graduated from Paynesville High School in 1994. She graduated from Anoka-Ramsey College and went on to graduate with honors from St. Cloud State University with a degree in Environmental Studies. She currently worked for Westwood Professional Services in Minnetonka as a GIS manager for the past 15 years and was a mentor for many. She mapped thousands of wind, solar, energy and land projects across the United States.
Kari is survived by her parents of Paynesville, brother Kevin Block of Paynesville, sister Karen Block of Avon, nephew Justin Block of St. Cloud and her 20-year partner Jon Shern of Bloomington and his mother Carole and four siblings.
Preceding Kari in death is her infant nephew Jordan Block Livingood, sister-in-law Sue Block and Jon’s father Ray Shern.
Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers to the Tri-County Humane Society.
Masks will be required and social distancing encouraged.
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Living directly across the street, we have gotten to know Kari and Jon. We will miss our view of Kari, on her front step, sitting in the sun, greeting us always. Our best to you Jon.
We laughed through the good times, cried through the bad times. You watched my boys grow. You are an amazing friend and auntie. You will forever live in my heart. Love you my soul sister
So sad to hears this news. Rest in Peace Kari, I wish there were more people like you in this world.
Thoughts and prayers to the Block family. I knew Kari during high school and even though we lost touch I often thought of her kind and caring personality. I will always remember her as a gentle soul. God Bless Kari and her family.
My heartfelt sympathy to the Block family. I remember Kari as the sweetest child…I am saddened that she was called home at such a young age. God Bless the memory of our sweet Kari.
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Daniel Anderson Funeral Home, PaynesvilleSchedule Details
A visitation will be held from 11-1 p.m. on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at the Daniel-Anderson Funeral Home in Paynesville for Kari Lynn Block, age 44, of Bloomington and formerly of Paynesville. A private graveside service will follow at the Paynesville Cemetery with Pastor Adam Butler presiding. Kari passed away August 22, 2020 at her home in Bloomington after a year-long battle with chronic illnesses.