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1932
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Raymond Isaacs Obituary
PEORIA - Raymond E. Isaacs, 85, of Peoria, passed away at 8:50 a.m. on Thursday, April 06, 2017 at Unity Point Methodist in Peoria.
A graveside service will be at noon on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at Cerro Gordo Cemetery in Cerro Gordo Township. Reverend Justin Smith will officiate. There will be no visitation.
Raymond was born on March 27, 1932 in Willoughby, OH, a son of Raymond S. and Blanche (Allen) Isaacs. He married Deloris Kopp on December 26, 1953 in Cooks Mills. She survives.
He is also survived by his children, Karen (Greg) Joyce of Peoria, Roger (Suzanne) Isaacs of Fountain Hills, AZ, Annette (Dale) Smith of Wyoming and Randy Isaacs of Dyersburg, TN; grandchildren, Brandon Joyce, Laura (Mike) Largent, Rick (Christina) Isaacs, Rob Isaacs, Risa Isaacs, Justin (Rachel) Smith, Dennis Smith, Samantha Smith, Brian Smith, Colin Isaacs and Ashley Isaacs; and five great-grandchildren.
Raymond was preceded in death by his parents; grandsons, Dale Smith, Jr. and Blake Isaacs; and siblings, Daisy Harrison and Jimmy Isaacs.
He retired, after 37 years, from Caterpillar.
Raymond was a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Peoria. He was an Air Force Veteran.
Memorial contributions may be made in Raymond's memory to Crossroads Baptist Church in Peoria or to the National Kidney Foundation.
Raymond's Memorial Website and online condolences may be accessed at www.ClaryFunerals.com.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Clary Funeral Home, 3004 West Lake Avenue, in Peoria.
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Cindy Peterson
April 9, 2017
Roger and Suzanne, May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Prayers for you, your mom and family.
Kay Enright
April 9, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers.
Rusty and Kay Enright
Rosemary
April 9, 2017
Deloris and But I Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Ray's death. But I know we can rejoyce he is no longer suffering. I pray the Lord will strengthen you with His peace and confort during this time of your loss.
Our Saviour Lives,
Rosemary Moffatt
April 8, 2017
Mr. Isaacs was always so warm and welcoming to me. I remember several family vacations to Colorado where I was included and treated as family. I appreciate all the fond memories spent in the Isaac's home. Please accept my deepest condolences. I pray the Lord comforts you during this time of loss.
God bless you all, Michael McClellan
Ray & Janet Hassett
April 8, 2017
Our thoughts and sympathies are with your family on the passing of Ray.
George & Shirlene McClellan
April 8, 2017
So sorry to hear of Rays death. Sorry we haven't kept in contact, but never out of mind. Good memories always. Blessings to your entire family.
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