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Isaac Sackman Marx, 92, passed away peacefully at home in Monroe, Louisiana Tuesday, March 26, 2013. Sackman was a true American hero - to his family, community and country. Sack, as he was called by all, was born and raised in Monroe and served his country in World War II as a pilot in the Air Corps. He was shot down and held as a prisoner of war before returning to Monroe with his wife Carol. Sack and Carol raised three adoring children Jill, Paul and Barbara while continuing to support and contribute to the Monroe community of which they were an integral part. Sack's life can be summed up in a quote he gave sometime back, "Whenever I can help save someone's life that is what I want to do because my life was saved". In addition to Sack's unconditional love, interest, care and assistance to so many individuals in the community, he served on a number of boards and was a member of several civic and social organizations. He was a founding member of the Louisiana Blood Center of Monroe, which became LifeShare Blood Centers where he continued to serve in many capacities including being a board member. In recognition of his involvement The I. Sackman Marx Scholarship Fund was established. He was chairman of the Civil Service Board of Monroe, the Board of Directors of the Monroe Savings and Loan and was on the Board of Directors and President of Congregation B'nai Israel. He was also a member of the West Monroe Rotary Club, Monroe Jaycees, Bayou Desiard Country Club and Lotus Club. Sack was a 1937 graduate of Neville High School where he was President of the Student Body. He graduated from Tulane University in 1941 and later received his Advance Pilot License from the University of Louisiana Monroe. His career at Southern Hardware was interrupted while he served in the Air Corp. After retiring from Southern Hardware, he and Carol formed COMAX, which was a small company through which they could assist the elderly with their health insurance claims. Sack was a devoted husband to his wife of 64 years and an inspirational father to his three children and their spouses, Jill and Michael Kantrow, Paul and Mary Marx, Barbara and Bernard Levy. He was blessed with twelve grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren. Sack grew up with his brother Joe and cousins, Fred and Howard. They and their families were an important part of Sack's life. Sack was preceded in death by his wife Carol; parents Joe Sr. and Bessie; sister-in-law Betty; brother and sister-in-law Joe Jr. and Wilma. Pallbearers are his grandsons. Honorary pallbearers are Jay Marx, Fred Marx, Howard Marx, Don Marx, Chip Marx, Joe Schendle, Landon Miles, and Tom Sanders. Services will be held at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Hwy. 165, Monroe, LA at noon Friday, March 29, 2013, preceded by visitation from 10 a.m. until noon. Interment will be in the Jewish Cemetery. The family request that in lieu of flowers for those wishing to make a donation that they consider: The I. Sackman Scholarship Fund c/o LifeShare Blood Centers, 2909 Kilpatrick Blvd, Monroe LA 71201; Congregation B'nai Israel, 2400 Orell, Monroe, LA 71201; or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.
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Do remember him as a warm person when he
did send WWII info and photos a few years ago.
Another hero has left us.
His B-24H did crash on Nov 13th 1943
6 mi SW of my hometown in Zwartsluis
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Volunteer WWII researcher - area Vollenhove - The Netherlands
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Teunis Schuurman
April 12, 2013
Jill,Paul and Barbara thanks for sharing your Dad. Sach will always be a part of my life. He did so much for Lifeshare Blood Centers He was there to help in any way. Jill , I'll always appreciate you for sharing your Dad in those last moments. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert Taylor
March 30, 2013
Sack was one of Monroe's greatest sons. He was such a nice man and it came so natural to him like breathing in and out. His glory days were when Carol was living. Their love and the fun they had together was a joy to behold. Now my his soul rest forever in the bosom of the Lord Joe and Susan Wheeler
joe wheeler
March 29, 2013
My friends, sisters, brother, neighbors, fondest memories of a life made more wonderful growing up with all of you and our dear parents. Your father doesn't need praise from me, but I will always give it to him anyway. I loved being considered like one of you in your house across the street. How I remember Sack & Carol making breakfast for all of us after we went to midnight mass!! What a hoot! And I always remember your dad who loved his Neville High School days saying, "Can't imagine anywhere else in the world where a good Jewish boy would be elected the president of the YMCA!" He was so proud of that! His words and hugs always made one feel good and safe and protected. I am so sorry I wasn't a better friend! He was the best friend to all he met. I'll always love you, Sack Marx!
Dana Tucker Jefferson
March 28, 2013
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Isaac Sackman Marx our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Sack. And to Sack it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving as a pilot in the U.S. Army Air Corps. Sack, you are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Sack's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
John Adams, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
March 28, 2013
Jill, Paul, Barbara and the Marx family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sack and your family meant so much to us growing up and we will always remember our times at your home.
May we always remember the happy times and the smile captured in his picture.
A wonderful human being who did so much for others.
Our love to all,
Gary
Gary Hart
March 28, 2013
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