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Remembering Henry Bloch, Co-Founder of H&R Block in Kansas City

By KCUR Radio
Published April 24, 2019 at 9:00 PM CDT
Henry Bloch was the co-founder of H&R Block and one of Kansas City's most notable philanthropists. (Photo by Julie Denesha / KCUR Radio)
Henry Bloch was the co-founder of H&R Block and one of Kansas City's most notable philanthropists. (Photo by Julie Denesha / KCUR Radio)

Kansas City businessman, civic leader and philanthropist Henry W. Bloch died on Tuesday at the age of 96. Bloch co-founded the tax preparation business H&R Block more than six decades ago. From affiliate station KCUR Radio, Laura Spencer has this look at his legacy - in business and the arts.

Read more about the life and legacy of Henry Bloch.

Laura Spencer is a reporter for KCUR Radio in Kansas City.  Follow her on Twitter.
 
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