Scott Blok

As family and friends will surely agree, Scott Blok truly understood the secret to life. He was a constant source of strength, even in the most difficult of times. Nothing brought Scott greater joy than surrounding himself with his loved ones. His solid work ethic allowed him to serve and provide for those around him, and he was a shining example of kindness and faith. Deeply missed, Scott will be forever held close in the hearts of those who knew him best.

On June 25, 1970, James and Sandra (Tumbling) Blok welcomed their fourth child, Scott Michael, into the world.

Growing up, Scott was a typical young man of his generation in many ways. He was raised in the family home in Northeast Grand Rapids alongside his three older siblings, Bobbi, Dawn, and Jim. Scott was the youngest by six years, so he was somewhat of an only child for much of his childhood. He was naturally inquisitive and very responsible from a young age, and he strove to be independent. His very first job was the neighborhood paper boy. Scott attended local schools, including Huff School, Northeast Middle School, and finally Creston High School. Both Scott and his father were huge football fans, and Scott played football during his time in school. After high school, Scott coached Rocket Football with his brother, Jim.

In 1997, Scott moved to Maryland where he pursued his dream of joining the Secret Service. Scott moved back to Grand Rapids for a short time which is when he met Patty Oliver. They were married in 1998 and moved to Maryland once again to work in law enforcement, serving with the Capitol Police.

Scott was being led by his heart to work in ministry, and in the year 2000, they moved back to Grand Rapids where they raised their children, Kyrie, Korban, Micaiah, and Stephanie. Though Scott’s marriage to Patty eventually came to an end, he was always grateful for the time and children they shared.

Over the years, Scott was able to work in a variety of careers that combined his love of law enforcement and work in ministry with his multitude of other skills. He worked in loss prevention for Home Depot, and he worked in construction both on his own and with his brother. Scott held many roles at church as well, including officiating weddings and funerals as an ordained minister.

In 2013, Scott met Jenny Dowsett. The two first connected through their children. Neither were looking for a new relationship, but since their children were friends, Scott and Jenny ended up spending quality time together. From there, the relationship flourished, and they quickly fell in love. With a desire to spend the rest of their lives together, Scott and Jenny were married on October 10, 2013, atop the sledding hill where they had their first date. Their marriage expanded Scott’s family to include Jenny’s children, Jared, Ally, and Carter.

Scott and Jenny found great happiness in the simple things in their lives, like their dates to the massage chairs at the mall, going for a run together, and raising their children. Their special place was Ludington every fall, to celebrate their marriage.

Throughout all of Scott’s life, the Bloks would often spend time with their extended family, and they enjoyed camping, roller hockey, having Friday night cookouts, or just hanging out. Scott was also a father figure to many in his community and children’s friends. He was always willing to offer advice, encouragement, or a helping hand, and offer a safe haven in his home. He was thrilled to become a grandfather to Hailey and Korban Jr. and took his role as uncle to several nieces and nephews seriously.

Of all the things Scott loved in life, he treasured his family above all else. Scott thrived in his role as a father, and his children were his pride and joy. He could be strict at times, but he was also very understanding, caring, and protective. Scott considered himself blessed to watch his family grow to include so many loved ones.

Scott spent his early years at Trinity Baptist Church and Berean Baptist Church, and was later involved in ministry at Living Hope Community Church. Recently, he called Ada Bible Church his spiritual home, where he served his community by sharing the Gospel and caring for those around him. Scott had addictive struggles of his own with alcohol, but he never quit quitting and he found courage in his faith. Through his own experiences, he gained a knowledge that he was able to share and consistently supported others in recovery. Scott built a strong faith throughout his life, and he leaned on it in good times and bad.

Scott was never one to sit for long and pursued many hobbies to stay busy in his free time. He could often be found watching football, hockey, and any number of favorite television shows. Scott enjoyed cooking and he was known for his “cupboard surprise.” Other favorite dishes he learned to prepare over the years included Shrimp Pasta, Shrimp/Crab Boil, Wiener schnitzel, and Tilapia with lemon.

When reflecting on the life of Scott Blok, it is easy to see both his unwavering strength and his unconditional love for his family. Scott was known for his pranks and jokes. His contagious sense of humor could bring light to any situation. He faced challenges head-on with a spirit of fierce determination. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Scott was a friend to many and beloved by all who knew him. His insatiable zest for life could be felt by everyone around him. Though he will be dearly missed, Scott leaves behind a priceless legacy that his loved ones will be proud to carry on in his footsteps.

Scott Blok, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 1, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Jenny; children Kyrie Wollesen, Korban Blok, Micaiah Blok, Jared McCoy, Ally McCoy, Carter McCoy, Stephanie Blok; grandchildren Hailey Wollesen and Korban Blok Jr; his mother, Sandra Blok; parents-in-law Jim & June Dowsett; siblings Roberta “Bobbi” Blok, Dawn (Tom) Marquardt, and Jim (Debbie) Blok Jr; sisters-in-law Jana (Bob) Graves, Amy (Dan) Rittenhouse; as well as many nieces, nephews and special friends.

The service to remember and celebrate Scott’s life will be held on Monday, October 7, 2024, at 11 AM at Ada Bible Church, Knapp Street NE. Friends are invited to visit with his family on Sunday from 4-7 PM at Heritage Life Story Funeral Home – Van Strien Creston Chapel, 1833 Plainfield Ave NE. For those who wish, memorial donations may be made to Scott’s family or to the funeral home to assist with final expenses. To read more about Scott, to share a memory or photo, or to sign his guestbook, visit www.heritagelifestory.com.