Daniel Allen Block died in his Rogers home last week after a brief but fierce battle with Adenocarcinoma, a rare cancer. He was 46.

The founder and owner of a Rogers business, GreenStar Construction, formerly known as Block Construction, became a general contractor nine years ago to start his business. He previously obtained a degree in CAD/CAM design engineering. Dan loved all sports, hunting, golfing, skiing, snowmobiling, camping, vacationing and spending time with his family.

Here are the most recent people to pass away in St. Michael-Albertville or who had ties to area. Click on the links to get more information.

LaNaya J. Jordet, 64, of Albertville died Nov. 1, 2012.

Clara M. Robeck, 94, of Buffalo died Nov. 8, 2012.

Links are courtesy of  Peterson Chapel, St. Michael-Albertville, and Kozlack Radulovich Funeral Chapels, Maple Grove.

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