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William Wolcott Obituary

William P. Wolcott NORFOLK - William Putnam Wolcott, M.D., passed away in his parent's home in Norfolk Aug. 19, 2010. Putnam was born in Norfolk July 9, 1963. Putnam attended Norfolk Academy and Christ School in North Carolina. Putnam graduated from the Virginia Military Institute in 1986. He attended the Medical College of Virginia and graduated in 1992. He completed a surgical residency in neurosurgery at University of Virginia in 1999 and a spine Fellowship at the University of Alabama. He practiced neurosurgery in Newport News. Putnam enjoyed boating, hunting and other outdoor activities. His mother precedes him in death. He leaves behind a son, his father, three sisters and a brother. A private ceremonial of remembrance will be held for the immediate family.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 29, 2010.

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Charlotte Kelly

May 21, 2021

Dr. Wolcott saved my husband's life on December 9, 1999 at
Sentara Hospital in Hampton, Virginia. We remember him well and are forever grateful to him.

Charlotte and Jim Kelly

September 29, 2010

RIP; Jim Wolcott III

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