Wilson Isaacs(Hartville)'s Obituary
Wilson Isaacs, son of John and Kizzie Isaacs, was born November 5, 1940 in McKee, Kentucky. He departed this life in his home in Lebanon, at the age of eighty years, six months and four days.
Wilson was raised in Kentucky and moved to Ohio; before moving to Joplin, Missouri in 1996 and Hartville in 1997. Prior to retirement Wilson worked as a welder and preacher.
Wilson married Ollie Mae Barrett on August 8, 1972 and she preceded him in death on January 1, 2003. Also preceding him in death were his parents, a daughter, Joann Nichols and a brother Bradley.
On June 7, 2013 Wilson married Burley DeBore in Memphis, Missouri and she survives of the home. Also surviving are his children; Chris Isaacs and his wife Nikkie of Hartville, Missouri, Kaye Isaacs of Tennessee, Debbie Bixler of Arkansas and Johnny Isaacs of Tennessee, eight grandchildren; Tyler Wilson Isaacs, Christopher Scott Isaacs, Autumn Ollie Mae Isaacs, Richard Gentry, Mason Allen Carter, Sabrina Lillard, Sierra Duncan and Kevin Harris, two brothers, Tony and Alfred, two sisters Bonnie Mae and Laura, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Wilson was an evangelist, he preached at Sunshine Church and many other churches in the area. He loved gardening, cooking and making jelly to give away to others. Most importantly, Wilson loved his family with all his heart. He was a loving husband, caring father, pappaw, brother, and dear friend. We celebrate his wonderful life and will always cherish the many happy memories he created.
A memorial has been established for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or Shriners. Donations can be made by mailing to Holman-Howe Funeral Home, P. O. box 236, Hartville, Mo. 65667
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