David Putnam

David Putnam obituary, Henagar, AL

David Putnam

David Putnam Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rainsville Funeral Home on Jan. 8, 2026.
Mr. David Putnam age 74 of Henagar, AL passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Huntsville Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00PM at Rainsville Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Kirk Memorial Gardens with Rainsville Funeral Home, Inc. directing, www.rainsvillefuneralhome.com.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 10th from 4PM-8PM & Sunday, January 11th from 12PM-2PM.

Survivors

Wife: Linda Putnam of Henagar

1 Son: Stephen Putnam and wife Amanda of Henagar

1 Daughter: Meredith Putnam Massey of Dutton

1 Sister: Joyce Ann Turner of Chattanooga

2 Brothers: Ernest Putnam of Rainsville

Kenneth Putnam of TN

2 Grandchildren: Shelby Putnam of Henagar

Bethany Putnam of Henagar

Preceded in Death

Father: Red Putnam

Mother: Ethel Putnam

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