Evelyn E. Isaacson, 79, of Richland WA died September 3, 2009, just hours shy of four months after the death of her husband, Ray, and on the eve of their 59th wedding anniversary. Evelyn was born December 12, 1929, in Rochester WA to Emma and Fredrich Fagerness. At age two Evelyn’s father died; she and her mother became a devoted team. She and Ray were married on September 4, 1950 and raised four children. Evelyn was a loving mother and the quiet negotiator in their home. Her children each knew her as their confidant and cheerleader.
Evelyn worked at Richland Public Library from 1970 until the early 80s and then retired to join Ray in Olympia during his time as a Washington State Legislator. She moved with selfless grace. At Ray’s passing, the Tri-City Herald wrote eloquently of Evelyn and her quiet ways.
Evelyn is survived by her children Erick Isaacson Sharon, Vince Isaacson, Wanda Couchman Lester and Carl fiancé Teresa Allen, 7 grandchildren Bethany Isaacson Cleve Corner, Brandon Couchman Jennifer, Kate Giardinelli Mike, Christopher Couchman, Andrew Isaacson Ketra, Christine Isaacson, Aidan Isaacson, 2 great-grandchildren Benjamin Giardinelli and Olivia Couchman and Ray’s sister Shirley Haskins Huffman. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Erick Isaacson, her parents and daughter-in -law, Jill Isaacson. The family would like to express their gratefulness to Drs. Dale Grantham, John Droesch and Jeremy Blanchard and all those who cared for Evelyn during her short stay at Kadlec Regional Medical Center. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Good News Media of Richland Lutheran Church, 901 Van Giesen Blvd., Richland, 99354 or the Benton Franklin Humane Society 8620 W. Gage Blvd., Kennewick, WA 99336 or the charity of your choice in memory of Evelyn.

Interment will be Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 2 pm at Sunset Memorial Garden. A memorial service will follow at Richland Lutheran Church at 3 pm. Visitation will be held at Einan’s Funeral Home, Wednesday September 9, 2009 from 5 pm to 8 pm.