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Howard Isaacs Obituary
Howard Gerald Isaacs, 91, quietly departed this life at 1:40 a.m., Dec. 10, 2010, on the 24th anniversary of the passing of his wife, Odell Miles Isaacs.
Gerald was born on Feb. 3, 1919. He was a lifelong resident of Campbell County and lived on the family farm for all of his life with the exception of the time he spent serving his country in the Army Air Corps during World War II. A carpenter and farmer by trade, a husband and father by nature and a child of God by the redemptive power of Jesus Christ, he wanted each of us to know it was well with his soul. Gerald had a strong love for the land, family, nation and his creator.
He is survived by two sons and their wives, Wayne Isaacs (Barbara Jean), Steve Isaacs (Jeannie), five grandchildren, Angela Ewers, Bobby Isaacs, Travis Isaacs, Rebecca Isaacs, Lloyd Thacker; four great grandchildren, Lindsey Plogger, Ashton Ewers, Cody Isaacs and Destini Thacker. In addition to those, he is also survived by a sister, Katherine Robertson; a brother, Norman Isaacs and a very special friend and caregiver, Corrine Morris.
The family will receive friends today, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Service, 427 Graves Mill Road.
A celebration of his life will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 12, 2010, in the chapel of Heritage Funeral Service by the Rev. Marvin Hiner.
The family wishes to offer a heartfelt thanks to the staff of Lynchburg General Hospital, North 2nd floor GMU as well as the staff of Guggenheimer 1st floor for the compassion and care offered to both Dad and our family during these days.
In lieu of flowers, please consider Central Virginia Area Agency on Ageing.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory, (434) 239-2405 is assisting the family.
Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints, Psalms 116:15
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Matt and Carol Cyrus
December 18, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Roger and Joan (Isaacs) Grishaw
December 15, 2010
Wayne and Family,
We were sorry to hear of the death of your Dad. We will keep you in out thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you at this most difficult time.
Mike & Dianne Hammock
December 13, 2010
Steve and Wayne,
So sorry to hear about your Dad! He was a good man, kind and gentle.The Good Lord will be enjoying conversations with him now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours now.
God Bless!
Sherry (Bryant) Yeatts
December 11, 2010
Steve,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Valinda Trent
December 11, 2010
Steve, Jeannie, Travis and Rebecca,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Tommy and Valinda Trent
Veronica & Larry Hall
December 11, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear about your daddy I know you loved him dearly. May you find comfort in knowing he is with God now and your Mom.
Ann Evans
December 11, 2010
Steve and family,
I was so saddened to hear of your father's death. I will keep each of you in my prayers. I know this will be a hard holiday for all of you. But know that there is someone helping you thru all this and belief in HIM will comfort you. My hugs to each of you and certainly hope to see you soon.
Larry and Vickie Ennis
December 11, 2010
Steve and Jeannie...and family..We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Losing your father is hard, I have lost mine, and I miss him everyday. Take comfort in knowing he had a great life and I'm sure he will be greatly missed. Take care, if you need anything, please let us know. Larry and Vickie Ennis
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