Marci Lyn Isaacson

Marci Lyn Isaacson’s birth on April 1, 1989, was met with much anticipation and pure delight, but also a bit of skepticism. Born to Jeffrey Martin and Lula Winward Isaacson, her April Fool’s Day arrival caused a stir. Jeff’s parents had already been blessed with seven grandsons, and when told the joyful news about a granddaughter, his mom exclaimed in tears, “Jeff, you wouldn’t kid me about a thing like that, would you?” Lula’s Mom laughed, “You’ve got to be more original than that!” But it was true. And when Marci’s older brother Matt visited her in the hospital, he said the words felt by the entire family, “I am just so happy!” Marci was born into instant love.

Marci quickly acquired a variety of nicknames, including Princess, Sis, and Sissy. But as she approached her teenage years, her dad called her Princess one too many times for her taste, and she told him, “Daddy, I’m too old to be called Princess!” On the spot, Jeff came up with a new name for her. “What if I call you, Trout?” It was an ironic choice because Jeff loved fishing, but Marci hated everything about the outdoors—the dirt, the heat, the bugs—and fish were slimy. But she loved her daddy, and she loved this new nickname. It was her preferred moniker from that day on.

Early on, Marci developed a masterful technique of getting what she wanted. To her four older brothers’ constant dismay, all she had to do was bat her eyelashes and say, “Daddy…” and magically, her wish was granted. Jeff loved his sons, but she was his Marci-girl.

Marci was blessed with a quick mind and many talents. She was creative to her core, loved art and reading, and had several special collections, most famously, her Beanie Babies. As a teenager, Marci began to struggle with many health issues. But one of her greatest satisfactions was the day she moved into her own home, where she spent her free time masterfully personalizing the space. With a talent for decorating, she painted every surface available and added décor that reflected her curated flair. And when repairs were needed—beginning with a stubborn garbage disposal—Marci met the challenges in true Isaacson fashion, figuring things out for herself.

If you have ever had the privilege of visiting Marci at home, you might have noticed a collection of upside-down cups in random places. The truth is that Marci HATED spiders. She’d bravely cover them with a cup until someone else could come by to take care of them. It’s a paradox of her life that she eventually developed a love of the outdoors, spending so much time fishing, shooting, and four-wheeling because that’s where the bugs are.

Marci was as generous and loyal as anyone on the planet. She was an attentive gift-giver, thinking deeply about how to show love for her family and friends. She collected friends who became like family, including her extra brother Jeremy Colledge, his wife Daniela, their children, and her friend Ashley and her family. She claimed Les and Mary Clift as her second set of parents. If you were her friend, you were family. And we will all miss her love and companionship.

Marci passed away in peace at home surrounded by loved ones on August 14, 2025. She is survived by her mom, Lula; her brothers, Matt (Heather), Travis (Krista); sisters-in-law Crystal and Allyson; former sister-in-law, Jennifer; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and her beloved dog, Harley.  She is preceded in death by her dad, Jeff; all four grandparents; brothers Jared and Ben, niece Elora, and her first beloved dog, Piper.

A celebration of Marci will be held on Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at the large pavilion at Riverton Park, 1452 West 12600 South, Riverton, UT 84065. Everyone is welcome.