Arthur "Jess" Isaacs

Arthur Calvin “Jess” Isaacs, a resident of Country Meadows, Frederick, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2013 at Citizens Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center.  Born in Glenelg, MD, as the youngest child of Arthur H. Isaacs and Cora Eyre Isaacs, he would have turned 90 on November 3. He was preceded in death by his parents, his step-father Raymond Putman, and his oldest sister Lucille Isaacs of Baltimore. The family eventually moved to Frederick County where they operated a farm near Creagerstown. Jess proudly served his country during World War II as an ambulance driver in the Army Air Force. Returning from his military service, he worked for Miller Chevrolet in Ellicott City for nearly 30 years as a mechanic and later as a salesman.  He then worked for J. C. Penney and later for Montgomery Wards in their auto centers. The family also owned and operated the Mt. Airy Twin Kiss Drive-in from 1957 through 1961. He also owned and operated his own saw sharpening business. Upon returning from military service, he and his wife Elizabeth “Betty” Isaacs, the love of his life for nearly 69 years, moved to Kemptown where they lived for over 45 years. During this time, Jess became active in the Providence United Methodist Church.  In the early 1990’s, he and Betty moved to Thurmont, but after he suffered a stroke and additional debilitating health issues, they finally moved to Country Meadows in Frederick in 2010. He was honored as a Life Member of the Thurmont American Legion for service to his country.  He was an active member of the New Market Lions club for 50 years holding several offices including President and served as Zone Chairman for 3 years. During this service, he received the Melvin Jones Award for committed service. In addition to his beloved wife, he is survived by his sister Margaret Skipper, Baltimore; his brother Irwin H. “Buck” Isaacs and wife Virginia; and sister-in-law Mary Jo Williard, Thurmont, MD.   He leaves behind his two sons, H. Timothy Isaacs and wife Phyllis of Roanoke, VA; and Arthur H. “Skip” Isaacs and wife Donna of Damascus, MD.  He also leaves behind three grandchildren:   Aaron Isaacs and wife Leigh, Damascus, MD; Justin Isaacs and wife Holly, Chesterfield, VA;  and Chad Isaacs, Orlando, FL. He is also survived by five great grandchildren – Logan Howser, Brandon Isaacs, Noah Isaacs, Tatum Isaacs, and Grayson Isaacs – and numerous nieces and nephews. His wife and sons want to thank the medical and support staffs at Country Meadows and Citizens Nursing Home for their care, love, and support. Family will receive friends from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM, Sunday, August 11, 2013 at Stauffer Funeral Homes, P.A., Mount Airy, MD 21771. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, August 12, 2013, 11 AM, at Providence United Methodist Church, 3716 Kemptown Church Road, Monrovia, MD 21770. Rev. D.D. Adams will officiate. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Providence United Methodist Church Cemetery 3716 Kemptown Church Rd. Monrovia, MD 21770.

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