Ray Isaacs

Born on a farm in Scott County Virginia to Walden O. and Emily Culbertson
Isaacs on November 28,1932, W. Ray Isaacs passed away quietly and
peacefully July 22, 2021 surrounded by his loving family.
Ray’s profession was the noble one of education, teaching mathematics 36
years, one in Virginia, 10 in Tennessee, and 25 at Linganore High School. His
desire was to encourage each student to reach their full potential, not only in
math but also in life. Throughout the years he also worked in hardware stores,
at True Value in Frederick for the Napoli family, and in retirement at T.R. Saylor
for the Horine family. There, he enjoyed meeting old and new town folk and
was always glad to see former students. He enjoyed gardening and
woodworking, was an avid reader, and looked forward to monthly breakfasts
with former colleagues. Ray embraced all things Maryland, crabs, the O's,
hunting and fishing.
Most of all, he loved his family. He is survived by his wife, five children, four
grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, a brother and his wife, a sister, a
cousin/sister and nieces, nephews and cousins. Other family special to him
include a sister-in-law, brother-in-law and his wife, and caring nieces and
nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister and a brother, a
cousin/brother, his wife's parents, a son-in-law, two sisters-in-law, and a
brother-in law.
He was a member of the Church of the Brethren, attending Glade Valley and
Frederick throughout his years in Maryland where his faith and love for the
Lord Jesus grew.
Ray was a gentle, quiet, unassuming man who was a hands on dad well before
the term was coined. He was a man of few words, but worth listening to when
he spoke. He had a strong work ethic in whatever he undertook. His daily
encouragement, strength and love will be deeply missed.
There will be a celebration of Ray’s life at Glade Valley Church of the Brethren
on Thursday, July 29th at 11:00, followed by a time of visitation and
fellowship with extended family and friends at Heritage Park (large pavilion).
Internment will be at the convenience of the immediate family.
Please no flowers. To honor Ray’s memory, think about doing acts of service
with thoughts of him in mind. "Do unto others as you would have them do unto
you.”
The family thanks Keeney Basford Funeral Home for their service.