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1924
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2025
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Putnam Green Obituary
Putnam Harrison Green, 101, a native Memphian peacefully went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday 12/20/2025. He resided in Somerville, TN the past 10 years. He was preceded in death by his wife Bettye English Green and infant daughter Sharon. He leaves behind his sons Paul (Barbara) Green of Somerville TN, Kris Green of LaFayette GA, and daughter Denise (Sam) Harvey of Newport News VA, five grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. After graduating from South Side High School in Memphis, he enlisted in the Navy in 1943. During his Naval Service as a Seabee during World War II, he participated in three, South Pacific Island invasions. After an Honorable Discharge, he became a brick and stone mason for 50 years. He was a life-long member of First Evangelical Church. Services for friends and family will be held at The West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery with Military Honors.
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for Putnam Green
Shirley Rigg
January 27, 2026
My husband Rusty Rigg passed September 7, 2024. I have been trying to reach out to all of his friends. Put was a great friend to him and he often called him . We live in Helena, Alabama. So sorry for your loss.
Jim Gentry
January 5, 2026
Blessed and honored to have met Put through Mrs. Pat a few years ago and had the privilege of hearing about his time in the service, his family and with Mrs. Pat. Praying for peace and comfort for Mrs. Pat and his family.
Terrence Mudder
January 4, 2026
A true gentleman and man of God. He was a joy to have in my Sunday School class even though it was for a short time.
Suzanne Ishee
December 31, 2025
Keeping all of you in my prayers. His was a life well lived and he will be missed. I know he is celebrating in Heaven.
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Nancy Williams
December 31, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember attending First Evan with you and your family while we were in Dental Hygiene program at UTHSC. You have been a wonderful friend throughout the years! May your memories of your Dad comfort you at this time. Love you, Nancy
Anne Hesch
December 30, 2025
May God Bless you all with His eternal comfort and love. I’ll keep you in my prayers.
Jennifer Green Saunders
December 30, 2025
5 generations!
Put Green, Paul Green, Jennifer Green Saunders, Peyton Saunders, and baby Braylynn Saunders
We love you and we will miss you dearly, til we meet again in Glory!!
Fran and Dave Dixon
December 30, 2025
So sorry for this great loss. We will be praying for all his family. We were friends for many years at First Evangelical Church.
Denise Harvey
December 30, 2025
I love and miss you Daddy
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