Clarence Block

Bridgeport, MI

Clarence A. Block was born on February 15, 1919 in Frankenmuth, Michigan to John and Elizabeth (Hubinger) Block. On November 20, 2020, at the age of 101, he passed away peacefully at his home. He attended St. Lorenz and Frankenmuth Public Schools and was an excellent first baseman on various Frankenmuth area teams. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School with highest honors in 1938. He graduated from Bay City Junior College in 1940 and worked as an accountant for International Harvester and Standard Oil. He served in the Army during WWII from 1943 to 1946 and attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. He graduated summa cum laude from the University of Detroit School of Commerce in 1948 and was a CPA for nearly 70 years. He owned and operated a successful CPA firm, with offices in Saginaw, Bridgeport and Frankenmuth. He was known as an excellent CPA who aggressively represented his clients which earned him a large and respectable clientele. He was also very politically involved and

was active for over a half-century in holding politicians accountable to their employers, the people. He was a member of the Frankenmuth American Legion for over 60 years, tirelessly advocated for small businesses through his involvement in the NFIB and was a member of Faith Lutheran Church for over 65 years. In 1950, he married Anne Vietti who he always believed was primarily responsible for his success. They shared 60 years together until her death in 2010.

He is survived by his daughter, Joan Block, who served faithfully as his caregiver in recent years, his son, James Block, and his son's dear friend, Jan Bohlen. He was extremely proud of his grandchildren, who visited him frequently, Benjamin Block, C. James Block and his wife Erin, and his grandsons' mother, Lisa Block. He is also survived by 4 nephews, Edward Block, Robert Loesel, Eugene Block, Ken Block and two nieces, Janet Korf and Charlotte Haney.

Mr. Block expressed his desire to extend special thanks to his nephew, Edward Block, and his friend, George Reinert for their friendship and support over the years. The entire family also expresses their deep gratitude to his caregivers in recent years, Andrew Forge, Jo Anne Goodwine and Cynthia Pierce, as well as Dr. H. Joseph Blair and his nurse, Vicki Johnston, for their contributions to his longevity.

Visitation will take place from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. followed by a short memorial service on Saturday, December 12 ^th at Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth 590 N. Franklin St. At some point in the future, the family will hold a dinner in honor of Mr. Block. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to Faith Lutheran Church Bridgeport. Arrangements entrusted to Cederberg Funeral Home of Frankenmuth. Please sign our guest book or share an online condolence with the family at www.cederbergfh.com .