Eisman was the retired art director for Brainerd Industries. Three years ago, he told the Dayton Daily News he became involved in politics through his friendship with Tom Cloud, whom he met through the local Jaycees organization. When Cloud ran for Montgomery County commissioner, Eisman handled his publicity.
Eisman lost his first try for elective office, Wayne Twp. trustee. But he stayed involved and was one of many residents who had become concerned by Dayton’s frequent annexation attempts.
“The city of Huber Heights was officially incorporated in 1981,” Eisman said in an interview. “But us old-timers say it was 1979 because that’s when the articles of incorporation were submitted.”
Eisman was part of the first council elected in 1981. In 1989, he became mayor. In 1993, he decided “I’ve had enough.”
While mayor, the city built a new City Hall, new police facility and widened Brandt Pike. Eisman also carved a wooden version of the city’s seal, which still sits in council chambers.
Eisman was a member of Sulphur Grove United Methodist Church, where he sang in the choir, and Masonic Lodge #777. He organized Huber Heights’ four-week student exchange with sister city Rheinsberg, Germany.
He had “tremendous enthusiasm for everything he did,” Kaleps said.
Eisman’s first wife, Shirley, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Betty, two sons and a daughter.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. today at Marker & Heller Funeral Home, 5844 Old Troy Pike. The funeral is 11 a.m. Saturday at Sulphur Grove United Methodist Church, 7505 Taylorsville Road.
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