Donald F. Isaacson

Don was born November 29, 1945 in Williston, ND, to Fay and June Blomberg Isaacson. He grew up and attended school in Grenora, ND. He enjoyed spending time helping his dad on the family farm. He then enrolled at Wahpeton School of Science, receiving his associate degree in Auto Body Repair. Don entered the United States Army in October 1966. January 1967 he served in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged from the service in October 1969. Don spent the majority of his career doing Auto Body Repair. His passion was restoring old cars and tractors. He loved to attend events such as Rollag Steam Thresher's Reunion and Brainerd drag racing. His favorite things to do were tinkering in his big garage, visiting with friends, working in his yard, and in later years woodworking projects. Most importantly, he loved the time he spent with his children and grandchildren.He is survived by his wife, MaryAnn of Hawley, MN; two children and four grandchildren. Son, Scott Rachelle Isaacson of Lake Park, MN, and their two children, Nathan and Whitney; one daughter, Melissa Travis Olsby of Fargo, ND, and their two children, Chance and Chloe. His brother, Dale Linda Isaacson of West Fargo; his two sisters, Pat Gene Krenz of Prior Lake, MN, and Shirley Dwayne Krenz of McCordsville, IN.He was preceded in death by his mother, father, and his sister, Ann Halvorson.