The calendar says most places on Saturday, but that's “Faturday” in Michigan.
Gov. Governor Gretchen Whitmer has declared March 8th “fatalday” in honor of the late Andy Isaac, who rose to the internet fame as the man behind @worldofisaac.
Isaac, 45, passed away on Thursday after a 19-year battle with cancer, and his family announced it to more than 90,000 Twitter followers.
Self-proclaimed “Detroit Sausage King,” Isaac built a brand of sports and food, and was a crazy fan of both Detroit's professional team and his alma mater, Michigan. His popular meal video was accompanied by #Faturday.
“Michigan has the best, most passionate sports fans in the country and no one has embodied what we are better than Andy Isaac.” Whitmer said in a statement. “With his humor, dedication and love for our team, Andy helped cheer for Detroit Sports make it even more enjoyable. He brings joy to people's lives and always asked, 'Tell me what happened to you recently.'
“Today we remember Andy and are doing good for Michigan by officially declaring Saturday, March 8th as 'Fatureday'. ”
Isaac was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in 2006.
The illness “finally stripped me of the quality of life,” Isaac detailed in his final message, revealing a foot infection that prevented him from walking on February 18th.
Whitmer's declaration encouraged Michigan residents to support local restaurants in Isaac's memory.
It praised him for maintaining the kindness, humor and unwavering enthusiasm for the team and city he loved in the face of cancer.
Faturday is “the ultimate Saturday filled with sports and food,” but in reality, the governor wrote, “about getting together with friends and family, cheering on your favorite team and treating yourself.”
Isaac was survived by his wife Mellett.
The family suggests in his memory that donations to your local Red Cross.
