Rev. David L. Isaacson

Rev. David’s services will be livestreamed at 7:00 PM Thursday, November 12, 2026 and 2:00 PM Friday, November 13, 2026.

Rev. David Loren Isaacson, 81, of Fargo, passed away on November 5, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at Sanford Health Hospital.

David was born on January 11, 1945, in Rugby, North Dakota, to Sybil and Lester Isaacson. He grew up in North Dakota, where he completed his early education before continuing his studies at Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota. He later earned a Master of Divinity degree from Lutheran Seminary School in St. Paul, Minnesota.

David met the love of his life, Marilyn Diane Berge, and the two were married. Together, they made their home in several states, including North Dakota, Minnesota, Maine, and New York, as they raised their three children and built a life filled with family, faith, and service to others.

Throughout his life, David found many ways to share his faith and serve those around him through his ministry. He was a chaplain at Bible camp and Boy Scout camp, the Veterans Home in Lisbon, and served parishes in Maine, New York, and North Dakota. His faith was a guiding force in his life. Dave loved giving Bibles to anyone who was receptive to learning more of the loving and forgiving God. He was a faithful member of Pontoppidan Lutheran Church in Fargo.

David was also an active member of Kiwanis, where he often lead the table grace and “had extra energy for..singing.” Dave became affectionately known as the “Eggman” throughout the FM area. He had a special love for collecting and painted eggs and sharing hundreds of them for over 20 years. The colorful creations and his thoughtful gestures brought smiles to many faces and were just one of the ways he brightened the lives of those around him.

In his quieter moments, David enjoyed listening to classical music, playing cards, and watching movies. He cherished the simple pleasures in life and, most of all, the relationships he built with family, friends, and those whose lives he touched through his ministry and kindness.

David is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn Isaacson; sons, Aaron Isaacson and Joshua Isaacson; grandchildren, Tom Isaacson and Mari Puppe; sister, Marilyn (Reino) Tarkiainen; sisters-in-law, Betty (Curt) McCabe, Linda Berge; son-in-law, Mark Puppe; and numerous nieces and nephews, Terri, Dwight, Alan, Tim, Matt, Daniel, Trent, Disa, Deanna, Heidi, Robyn, McKenze, and Tanja.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Sarah Puppe; parents, Lester and Sybil Isaacson; brothers, Eugene and Johnny Isaacson; grandparents, Julia and Rev. John Strandness and Carrie and Frank Isaacson; and niece, Davena Salander.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Memory Café of the Red River Valley, Pontoppidon Radio Ministry fund, or Heart and Soul Community Café, Fargo.

The family extends its heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Sanford on Broadway for the exceptional care, compassion, and medical attention provided to David during his final days. Their kindness and support will always be appreciated.

David will be remembered for his steadfast faith, his dedication to serving others, his gentle spirit, and the many smiles he brought to those around him. His legacy of faith, love, and kindness will live on in all who were fortunate enough to know him.