James Edwin Isenhower

August 4, 2023

Jim Isenhower, 70, of Frankfort died in his home August 4, 2023 surrounded by his family after a long fight of pancreatic cancer.  He was born August 10, 1952.

He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Aldine Kay Isenhower, two sons, Kelley (Jocelyn) Isenhower and Kelsey (Missy) Isenhower, four grandchildren, Kendall , Presley, Alex and Emily, and two great-grandchildren, Amelia and Weston.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Chet and Ruth Isenhower, and two brothers Raymond Isenhower and Bill Isenhower.

In lieu of flowers the family ask for donations to be made to the Clinton County Cancer Society.

Visitation and Services

A Celebration of Jim's life will begin at 5 p.m. Friday, August 11, 2023 at the Eagles Lodge of Frankfort, 408 N. Main St.

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11 Condolences for “James Edwin Isenhower”

  1. Brad & Sue Stockberger August 11, 2023 at 3:10 pm

    Jim was such a great guy!!! I will treasure the cross he made for me forever!!! I’m sorry I work Friday evening but my thoughts and prayers are with you all, as we all loved Jim!! Love you Kay!!!

  2. Judy Hale Northington August 11, 2023 at 3:46 pm

    So sorry for such a tremendous loss. Jim was a rare soul with such kindness and friendliness. I will always cherish the fun times we shared with both of you. You always made us feel so welcome at your house, and it was such a fun place to be. I pray that God comfort your family in the coming days that he will always lift you up on your darkest days. Sending much love.

  3. Beth Jacquez (Walters) August 11, 2023 at 3:46 pm

    So sorry for your loss. I always remember seeing him and Kay at almost every game at Clinton Prairie. He was always so nice.

  4. Sandy Glover August 11, 2023 at 3:56 pm

    Kay and boys, my heart goes out to you. I have lived through what you also lived through. You have such an amazing family. Prayers for all of you.

  5. Will Rogers August 11, 2023 at 10:09 pm

    Jim was the absolute best person I have ever met. Such a great guy, and what a fighter! Tonight at his celebration I cried for the first time in awhile, I cried a lot…He will be so missed…

  6. David Judge August 12, 2023 at 9:59 am

    Jim and the Isenhower family have been and inspiration for many through their strength and unity throughout Jim’s epic battle. Always staying positive, always continuing to love life. There’s a little more music in heaven now.

  7. LaDawna Roberts August 12, 2023 at 5:21 pm

    Kay, Kelley, and Kelsey,
    Sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort and peace for all of you.

    LaDawna

  8. Wendell L. Goode August 12, 2023 at 10:38 pm

    Jim & I were best friends at Clinton Prairie. A good man, will be missed.

  9. Shirlene Johnson August 13, 2023 at 12:06 pm

    Kay and family
    You have my deepest condolences

  10. Beth Keeney August 13, 2023 at 5:33 pm

    So sorry for Jim’s passing. He always was so positive. May all of your happy memories help to bring you peace.

  11. Rosetta Harmon August 19, 2023 at 10:52 pm

    Jim was my brother in law! Was a very good one too! Loved that man! He was a good husband to my sister! He was one of a kind for sure! Always sweet to our family! I will miss his sweet face and kind heart! Very talented too I might add! Rest in peace my brother!

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