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Robert "Bob" Putnam died peacefully in his sleep on Sept. 7, 2025, in Sun City Center, Florida. He was 79.
Bob was born on Oct. 31, 1945, in Rockville Center, New York. He was a 1967 graduate of the University of Dayton and a veteran of the Vietnam War, earning the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and two Purple Hearts.
On Aug. 6, 1994, Bob married Lou Cynda Edwards. The couple lived on Simonton Lake in Elkhart, Indiana, for 30 years. Bob was a credit manager for 16 years at Philips Products and a credit analyst for 15 years at Philips Industries, Dayton, Ohio. He is survived by his wife, Lou; his son, Greg (Susan) Putnam; his daughter, Michele (Rob) Twitchell; grandsons and great-grandsons.
A military service was held at Sarasota National Cemetery on Sept. 16. A celebration of life will be held from 2 to 6 p.m. Oct. 31 at Simonton Lake Sportsmen's Club.
Instead of flowers, donations may be made in Bob's name to Dogs Inc. (formerly Southeastern Guide Dogs), 4210 77th St. E, Palmetto, FL 34221.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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