Richard “Dickie” A. Blocker Sr., 83, of Louisville, died Friday, Jan. 31, 2020. He was born to the late William and Mabel Blocker in Louisville. He was a graduate of St. Xavier High School and the University of Kentucky, where he was an All-American in football. After graduating, he coached at St. Joseph Prep School in Bardstown and later at Murray State, where he earned his master’s degree. He was a member of the Elks Lodge 8 and was inducted to the St. X Athletic Hall of Fame.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Gay Blocker; one son, Richard Blocker Jr.; and his parents.
His is survived by one son, Dan Blocker; one brother, Fred Blocker; two grandchildren, Grant Blocker and Gavin Blocker; and numerous nieces and nephews.
The memorial service is 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020, at Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home, 3800 Bardstown Road.
Visitation is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020, at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. X Tiger Booster Club.
The Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangments.
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