Jerry F. Putnam

JERRY F."PUTT" PUTNAM, 73, passed away unexpectedly on August 29, 2008. He was a native Houstonian and self-made success in every way. He is survived by his loving wife and childhood sweetheart of 56 years, Bobbie Dale, who he saw one day swinging on her parents porch when he was 13 years old and said "I am going to marry you one day." At the age of 17, he did, embarking on a remarkable journey raising four children. He is also survived by daughter and son-in-law Brenda and Larry Deem; son and daughter-in-law Jerry D. and Shawn Putnam; son and daughter-in-law Jeffrey J. and Julie Putnam; son-in-law James H. Lightfoot, and grandchildren Heather, Haley and Hilary Deem, Cody and Cameron Putnam, Lauren and Graysen Putnam, and Brian Lightfoot. He was preceded in death by his oldest daughter Karen Renee' Lightfoot in 1999. Jerry graduated from Austin High School and attended the University of Houston before deciding to go into business on his own. He was a successful real estate investor and served as a Director of Investors Savings and Loan for several years. No job was ever too small or big for Jerry, and he took pride in accomplishments that most would never attempt. Never one to sit still, Jerry remained hard at work until his passing. He enjoyed every day, relishing both the good times and the bad that he shared with his children, grandchildren, and friends. A member of Golfcrest Country Club for over 30 years, Jerry enjoyed spending his free time on and off the golf course with Bobbie and good friends. His most happy days were spent looking forward to and traveling with his family and closest companions. All would agree, he knew how to have fun and always found a way to be the life of any party. He loved the outdoors, and was always the ready buddy to go fishing or hunting on a moments notice. A man could find no better friend or confidant than Jerry. He treasured his family, friends and employees, and all that they did for him. Describing Jerry as a good man does not do justice to how he always tried to better himself and his family every single day. He was the best of men, and the most loyal of friends. Everyone knew Jerry was a proud Aggie father, grandfather, and devoted supporter of all things Texas A&M. Jerry was a member of Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Friendswood, Texas, Park Place Masonic Lodge No. 1172, The Houston Valley of the Scottish Rite, and the Arabia Shrine Temple. Our beloved father, friend and "Dido" will be missed. For those desiring, memorial contributions in the name of Jerry may be made to Good Shepherd Episcopal Church in Friendswood, Tx. Family visitation will be held 5-9 p.m. on Tuesday, September 2, 2008 at Forest Park Lawndale, 6900 Lawndale, Houston, Tx (713) 928-5141, with services to follow there the next day at 11 a.m. Should severe weather threaten the Houston area, please inquire with Forest Park Lawndale to confirm all service arrangements.