Nathan Blockman Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Nathan Blockman of Memphis, Tennessee, who passed away on July 25, 2025, at the age of 99, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Nathan leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Morris Blockman and Sadie Blockman; his siblings, Asher Blockman, Joseph Blockman and Betty Fast; and his grandson Andrew Platkin.

He is survived by: his wife Barbara Marano Blockman; and his daughters, Marci Blockman Platkin of Memphis and Terilyn Blockman of Memphis.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to The Andrew Platkin Memorial Fund at Bornblum School or to foreveryoungvets.org.