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Ellen Putman Obituary
1919 ~ 2011
Ellen Mae Ramsay Putman passed away September 16, 2011. After enduring many illnesses she succumbed to liver cancer. She was born November 16, 1919 in Storrs, Utah to Peter Ramsay and Jeannie Boam Ramsay. She was the last surviving sibling of 12. She grew up during the depression with many hardships. Her father died when she was 13. She was proud of her Scottish heritage. She was of the LDS faith. She married young and divorced.
She started dancing with Raymond Lee Putman. They actually fell in love on the dance floor. They were married November 23, 1946 and were married two months short of 65 years. They continued to dance throughout their entire marriage. They were inseparable and always put each other first. Their unconditional love and caring has set an example for us all.
She worked hard her entire life; she waitressed in Helper, Price and Salt Lake City at Brattens. During World War II she worked at the Defense Depot in Ogden. She always had her home opened to all their children's friends. Besides raising their own family, she and her husband were foster parents for over 28 years, having 83 foster children in their home.
She had a sense of humor that would surprise you. She had a big heart and always gave of herself to those in need. She was always there for her family through happy times and tragedies. She made every occasion special. Her life was truly dedication and love for her family. And her family made her happy. You would see her light up with her beautiful smile when she saw her loved ones. She was very proud of each of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She was a remarkable and caring woman. She knew joy and pain, love and loss, life and death. She lived a great life.
Survived by: husband, Raymond Lee Putman; daughters, Diana Mae (Larry) Richins, Linda Lee Redmond (Brent) Jepson; grandchildren, Tomilyn Pahl, Raymond (Mandy) Redmond; great grandchildren, Chelsie Jeffs, Anthony, Emily, Joey and Bentley Redmond; sisters-in-law, Marjorie Mathews, Norma Putman, Betty Ramsay; many close and Loved nieces and nephews; also foster child, Chris (Dawnell) Marchant and many other foster children. Preceded in death by: children, Michael Lee, Mark Raymond, Jack David, and Jeannie; grandsons, Steven Clark Jones, infant, Thomas Redmond Jr.; son-in-law Thomas Redmond; siblings, Thomas, Jeannie, William, Marion, Elizabeth, Peter Jr., Henry, John, James, Elzada, and Robert.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 2:00 p.m., Redwood Memorial Mortuary and Cemetery, 6500 South Redwood Road. Friends and family are invited to attend a viewing Friday, September 23, 2011 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and again one hour prior to service on Saturday at the mortuary. Interment Redwood Memorial Cemetery. Online condolences www.memorialutah.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Ellen Putman
Vera Baumgartner
September 24, 2011
I was so sorry to her of Ellen's passing. As an neighbor child to the Putman family. We love Ellen and Ray as our own parents.
Ellen was a beautiful example of selfless love and service. She loved her family and showed it in many ways. The front yard Christmas carolers were one of my favorites. It was my privilege and pleasure to be friends with her son Mark.
Thank you for sharing your sweetheart and mom with me. May the Lord comfort you at this time.
Vera (White) Baumgartner
cathie trujillo
September 24, 2011
Aunt Linda and family, what a wonderful tribute to your mother. What an amazing legacy she has left for you all! When my dad died a very good friend of mine said try not to morn the lost life to long, Celebrate the wonderful life Well lived. How true this should be for your amazing mother! I love you all so much, and am greatful for you all.
Cathie Silocx Trujillo and family
Nikki Jepson
September 23, 2011
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss and I know what if feels like to hear that right now. Even though the words didn't bring me much comfort the fact that they were expressed did. I don't think it really matters if a death is expected or not because either way it hurts but I want you to know that I ache for you.
Sending my love and support,
Nikki, Mike, Ryan & Matt Jepson
Joe & Cindy Egli
September 23, 2011
We send our very hearfelt condolences to all of Ellen's family. After 65 years of marriage I am sure this will be very hard for Ray to endure. And to Linda, you did a wonderful job in caring for your mom when she needed you so much. Hugs to Tomi, Chelsea, Mandy, Ray, Tony, Emily, Joey and Bentley. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family.
Joe and Cindy Egli
(Mandy's parents)
Faelynn Fuenzalida
September 23, 2011
Linda, I am so sorry about your loss, I know how close you were to your mom. My love and prayers are with you. Sincerely your friend Faelynn
Sharlene Kallas Johnson
September 23, 2011
not many people cross your path that leaves an imprint on your life, but Ellen did, for all of us that lived or was raised in the neighborhood know, that Ellen was a kind and loving person and always someone you could talk to when troubled, her laugh always brought a smile to your face, she was full of life, and the Putmans were truly the best neighbors, her passing is a loss to all of us, and my condolences go out to the Putman family, she will be missed.
Susan Warner
September 22, 2011
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how hard it is to loose a parent. Your Mother sounds like a wonderful woman. Know that much love & prayers are coming your way.
Susan WArner
September 22, 2011
Aunt Ellen was a kind, wonderful woman. Growing up,I have fond memories that I will cherish forever.I will never forget my brief stay at their home in Helper when I was very young.She was my 2nd Mom.
Love to Aunt Ellen..... Jerry Ramsay
Valerie Putman
September 21, 2011
My heart and prayers go out to uncle Ray, cousins Diana and Linda, and your families. Aunt Ellen was a loving woman who will be missed by all of us who knew her.
September 21, 2011
Linda so sorry about your loss, I remenber your mom and dad on the dance floor,What a wonderful couple. God Bless you and your family Thomas and Linda Chavez
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DeLaine Sacco
September 21, 2011
Linda I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing, I know the loss of a mother as my mom passed away June 12,It's very hard, I knew your mom and she lived life to the fullest, I loved to watch your parents dance at the Eagles on saturday nights, they were so darling together. I am always here if you need to talk. We are destined to stay friends as some how we always seen to run in to each other everywhere. Take care.
Guy and Sammy
September 21, 2011
Ray,
We are very saddened to hear about Ellen. What a beautiful woman. We love you and Ellen very much and think of you often. Some of our fondest memories were watching you two "kids" dance to, and carry on with our band. It was a real treat to witness the magic and the love between you two, both on and off the dance floor. We are forever grateful for the chance to have known you and Ellen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are deeply sorry for your loss. For our loss.
Sabrina Putman
September 21, 2011
Aunt Ellen, you are always the person that I strive to be. Always loving, and accepting. I will miss you, but I know that your beloved children, siblings and such welcomed you with open arms.
Ron and Connie Hamblin
September 21, 2011
To one of the kindest person we knew. Many memories will give your family comfort in the days to come.
If God waits longer than you could wish, it is only to make the blessings doubly precious. He will make haste for our help and not delay one hour too long. May you rest in peace.
Chris Merchant
September 21, 2011
Dearest Grandma Ellen (Mom).
Words can not and will not ever be able to express how I always have and always will feel about you and Grandpa Ray (Dad). You and dad will always forever and eternally be a part of my life and who I am and the man I've become. You taught me so much over the years and were there for me through all the fun times and the hard times. Although you had to leave us so suddenly I look forward to the day we all shall meet again. "God be with you 'til we meet again".
Love always forever and eternally,
Chris Merchant
romanza hamblin
September 21, 2011
not a foster child, but one of many 'adopted' neighborhood children who considered Ellen & Ray as surrogate parents through the years.
I will miss your beautiful smile, your voice - both scolding when one of us, your many kids, needed it - and the tender, encouraging, loving & kind voice, offering advice & wisdom. I loved to visit with you and hear the stories of your youth. I will miss you!
To my adopted Putman family, I love you and hope you find peace & comfort knowing that she is at peace.
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