Jimmy Ray "Whamey" Isaacs

Jimmy "Whamey" Ray Isaacs, 71 of Roan Mountain, passed away peacefully on Sept.4, 2025, at the hospice house in Bristol TN after a battle with cancer. Born on Dec. 7, 1953 in Newland, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Otto and Edna Isaacs.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his wife Tammy Brady Isaacs in 2023. A devoted husband and father, he is survived by his children:

Daughters: Amber Isaacs of Wilmington NC, Andrina Isaacs of Roan Mountain TN, Sons: Andrew "Drew" Isaacs and Alexander "Alex" Isaacs both of Roan Mountain TN.

Sister Linda Turbyfield of Winston-Salem NC and brother Donnie (Ann) Isaacs of Crossnore.

Jimmy was known for his kind heart, sense of humor, and his deep love for family and friends. True to his giving nature, he chose to donate his body to cancer research, leaving behind a legacy of generosity and hope for future generations.

In keeping with Jimmy's wishes, all arrangements have been taken care of and the family kindly request that no memorial donations or fundraisers be made.

A Remembrance of Life Service will be held

Service will be on Sunday September 14, 2025 at 2:00 pm at the

Evergreen Baptist Church 120 Morgan Branch Road, Roan Mtn. TN 37687

Family and friends will gather to honor his memory and share stories of his life.

Jimmy's life was one filled with love, laughter, and giving, and his memory will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew him.

The family would like to thank the medical staff that cared for him in his time of need.

This Obituary Courtesy Of Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home