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Robert Putnam Obituary
Robert Marvin Putnam
Bob married his high school sweetheart, Waunita Hagins, in December 1950. They have three children, Robert (Denise) Putnam, Larry (Linda) Putnam, and Melody (Mike) Honeycutt. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Matthew Putnam, Amanda Putnam, Tiffany Herman, Drew Putnam, Dane Honeycutt, Christopher Honeycutt and Allie May Honeycutt. His two great-grandchildren, Grace Brennis and Tanner Herman, had a very special place in their "Papa Great's" heart.
He is also survived by two nieces, Lois (Mel) Edstrom and Claudia (Jack) Speer , a nephew, Craig (Carolyn) Parker, many great-nieces and great-nephews, and many, many loyal friends.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Lillian Putnam; and his only sister, Grace Parker.
Bob worked in the timber industry until his retirement. He was self-employed for a number of years, worked many years for Buse Timber, Inc., and retired after a long career with Port Gardner Timber Co. He was a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, and belonged to Hoo-Hoo International, a timber industry organization.
A celebration of Bob's life will be held on Friday, June 10, 2011, at 2:00 P.M. at the Pioneer Hall in Arlington.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made in Bob's memory to the American Heart Association, Pasado's Safe Haven animal rescue orthe Deming Log Show for Busted Up Loggers.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Putnam
John Newman
June 17, 2011
Waunita and family, My wife and myself were on a long holiday and just found out about Bob, we are very saddened by his passing. Bob has a place in my heart forever.He was truly one of the nicest people i have have ever known. I have many memories of him and will visit them often.
Linda Kinsland Ostiguy
June 9, 2011
Waunita and Family, I am at a loss for adequate words to express my sadness for the loss of such a nice man as Bob. I know that heaven just received one of the most special angels. God has you in his arms. I have you in my heart. I am so very sorry for your loss.
June 9, 2011
May you keep the good memories for they will help you in this hard time of lose. I remember those school years of knowing my class mates who I would run into durring the following years. May God Bless you and all the family. Your friend , Beverley Hathaway
June 6, 2011
sorry to hear of bobs passing,I know he touched many lives including my own.I always enjoyed his lightheartedness and felt i was fortunate to have known him.My prayers are with all of you.
Personeus Family
June 6, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of your family's loss. It is so clear that he lived a rich life, with much love and many friends. Please let us know if we can help in any way.
June 6, 2011
I am so grateful to have known you my entire life; thank you for including me in so many of your family celebrations and outings over the years. I will miss you so much. Teri Tingvall Moore
American Heart Association
June 5, 2011
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Chuck & Terri Fryer
June 4, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a wonderful man, so full of life and a terrific sense of humor. All of Bob's family and friends are in our prayers. There is an emptiness in our lives and our hearts since he has left us; but we hold onto the promise that we will see him again. We see Bob live on in his children with the wonderful personality traits that they shared with their dad. God bless you all.
Nancy Ludemann
June 4, 2011
Sorry to hear of Uncle Bob's Passing, he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
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