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Obituary -- Mary Block Danielson

Obituary -- Mary Block Danielson
Mary Danielson

Mary Block Danielson, 73, of Fallon, NV, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.  Mary was born on December 22, 1948, in Britton, South Dakota to Margaret and Melvin Block Sr.  She was the oldest of five children, two brothers: Michael and Melvin Jr, and two sisters: Melvina and Michelle.  Mary grew up on the family farm, helping to raise her siblings after their mother passed away in 1964.

She married Jerry Danielson at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Grenville, South Dakota.  They shared 56 wonderful years together.  In 1969 they moved from South Dakota to Fallon, NV, where they would remain and raise their son Michael.  She was a devoted wife, mother, and homemaker.  She cleaned homes for dear friends and supported the Eagle Ranch hay farm operations for many years. 

Mary loved to host family and friends. From huge family gatherings in the single wide for the holidays to always having coffee on for when a neighbor stopped by for a visit.  She made the best macaroni salad and taco salad and didn’t mind sharing her recipes. Mary rooted for the Denver Broncos in the good years and even the bad. She had a knack for decorating the most beautiful Christmas trees. She was never without her lipstick or Black Hills Gold rings. It was easy to call her for a quick question and end up talking to her for hours. She had an amazing sense of humor and a genuine laugh.  Her care & concern for others and opinion on anything will be missed.

She is survived by her husband Jerry, son Michael (LaKrisha) of Fallon, NV, grandsons, Tyson (Alexis) of Fallon, NV and Jake (Sarah) of Kalispell, MT, sisters Melvina Rau (Jon) of Fallon, NV, Michelle Strother (John) of Winnemucca, NV, brothers Michael Block (Bev)  of Grenville, SD and Melvin Block Jr (Kathy) of Gwinner, ND, and numerous nieces and nephews who all adored her. 

Mary is preceded in death by her infant son Terrance, and her parents Margaret and Melvin  Block Sr.

No services are planned at this time. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in South Dakota.

 


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