Service Information

Service : Monday, August 4th at 10:00 am
Service Location: Shalom Chapel Service
Shalom Memorial Funeral Home
1700 West Rand Road
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Interment:
Shalom Memorial Park
1700 W. Rand Road
Arlington Heights

Shiva Information

Shiva Information

Stories will be shared, laughter encouraged, and his memory honored just as he would have wanted — with love, jokes, and maybe even a friendly game of blackjack.
The Home of Steve & Carol Block
1237 Sandhurst Drive
Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089

Monday following the service until 8 PM
Tuesday 4 PM – 8 PM

Shiva Coordinator Sandy Loren 847-494-4899

Contributions
National Scleroderma Foundation
http://www.scleroderma.org

Obituary

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude, we announce the peaceful passing of Robert “Bob” Block at the age of 95. He left this world surrounded by love and family-just as he lived every day of his long, beautiful life. A proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Bob was the cornerstone of a large, loving family who will miss him dearly. He leaves behind a legacy of laughter, loyalty, and love – and that legendary head of hair he was always so proud of. Now reunited with the love of his life, the late Anne (nee’ Mink) for 48 wonderful years. Loving dad of Al (Debbie), Steve (Carol), and Andrea (Marty) Dickson, cherished “Poppa” of Eric (Annie), Carrie (Dave), Matt (Kate), Devon (Matt), Bryan (fiancé Michelle), Lisa (Andrew), Pam (Adam), Paige (Luke), adored “great poppa” of 14, loved uncle, great uncle, cousin and friend to all. Bob had a sharp wit and warm heart. He told the best jokes, played a mean hand of poker and blackjack, and somehow always left with a win-or a great story. He found joy in the little things: a full house (in cards and at family gatherings), a perfect punchline, and watching generations of family grow around him. He will be dearly missed. Memorial donations in his honor to the National Scleroderma Foundation, www.scleroderma.org. Chapel service, Monday, August 4, 2025, 10 AM at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, IL. For a link to view the service, shiva information and to leave condolences: www.shalommemorial.org or (847) 255-3520.

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August 4th, 2025

I remember meeting Bobby at my parents place in Del Rey Beach, Florida as one of the old Chicago people, who would have known the Jewish connection back to me and Chicago via Art Gilfand to Marty and Andrea. That Jewish geography is a strong force! My deepest condolences on your loss, may his memory be a blessing.

~Julie Sherman
~Friend of The family, CHICAGO

August 4th, 2025

While I’ve known Andrea and Marty for years, I also had a chance to see Bob at Marty’s recent birthday celebration. You could tell he was a lucky man who has been surrounded by his family and friends. I know he will be missed by all who loved him – and especially Andrea. May his memory be a blessing.

~Jill Partner
~Friend of the family, Glenview

August 2nd, 2025

Met briefly at Marty’s birthday party. A very nice man. My sincere condolences.

~Fred Karb
~Friend of his daughter Andrea, Northbrook, IL

August 2nd, 2025

Cousin Bob was always a caring, loving, understanding ,and FUN person. No matter what the occasion Bobbie would be a definite PLUS to join in no matter what. He will truly be missed by ALL who knew and LOVED him. May he Rest in Peace with his lovely wife Anne. May his memory be a blessing. Love you Bobbie.

~Herb and Barbara Caplan
~Dear Cousin, Glenview, IL

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