Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Gilroy on Saturday, September 26th, 2015, at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to one of Michelle’s favorite charities: Rucker Home and School Club – First Grade Account – 325 Santa Clara Avenue, Gilroy, CA 95020. Imerman Angels (Cancer One-On-One Support) – imermanangels.org. Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance – www.mioca.org. In addition, new teddy bears for Michelle Block’s Teddys For Tots may be dropped off to Rucker School’s main office any time during the month of October. These bears will be distributed to children with cancer at Kaiser and Stanford hospitals. Arrangements by Habing Family Funeral Home.
In loving memory of Michelle Ohler Block, who passed away peacefully Sunday, September 20, 2015, in Gilroy, CA.
An adored and cherished daughter, wife and mother, she was born to Anthony and Elizabeth Ohler in May of 1960 in New Jersey.
Michelle obtained a Master’s Degree in Education, and was an admired and dedicated teacher in Connecticut (13 yrs.) and Gilroy, CA (17 yrs.), Michelle recently retired with 30 years in education.
During this tenure, she touched the lives of more than 1000 young children and their families. Away from the classroom, her greatest joy came from time spent with family.
Michelle leaves her loving husband and best friend of 26 years, Lee, devoted daughters, Sarah and Lauren, beloved mother, Elizabeth of Connecticut and loyal brothers, David and Michael (Cindy) Taylor.
Michelle will be remembered for her loyalty, dedication, and endless courageous spirit. She will be greatly missed by all.
