Robert Putnam Obituary

Robert S. "Bob" Putnam

Robert S. "Bob" Putnam, 101, of Tiffin, passed away Friday, July 5, 2024, at The Willows at Tiffin.

Bob was born Nov. 24, 1922, in Carey, to Orvil and V. Corinne (Pierce) Putnam. He married Mable (Zender) Kirian on April 19, 1952, and they later divorced.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Rebecca Brown of Tiffin; two grandchildren, Ryan (Holly) Brown and Kimberly (Jose) Esnard; six great-grandchildren, Gabriel, Roman, and Sydney Esnard, Noah Brown, and Gavin and Madalyn Jordan, all of Tiffin; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Dennis "Butch" Brown; brother, Harold Putnam; and three sisters, Doris Montague, Annabel Binau, and Mardell Mullholand.

Bob was a World War II veteran with the L. Company, 7th Infantry Regiment 3rd Infantry Division from March 1943 until December 1945. He was in Africa, Italy, France, and Germany. He participated in the invasion of Anzio in southern France and was awarded six battle stars and the Purple Heart with cluster. He retired in 1985 after 37 years at SOHIO (BP) as a transport driver.

For his 100th birthday in November, 2022, Bob was honored at The Willows with a surprise birthday party, which included the Tiffin Mayor, Commissioner, Finance Director, City Director, and United Veterans Council with special honor certificates, medals and gifts, proclaiming it to be "Robert S. Putnam Day!"

Bob always enjoyed sharing his war stories and his collection of World War II books. He loved working in his yard, his golf cart, and spending time with family, friends, and his dog and cat.

The family would like to thank everyone at The Willows and ProMedica Hospice for the love and excellent care he received!

There will not be any services at this time and burial will be at Spring Grove Cemetery, Carey.

Engle-Shook Funeral Home & Crematory, Tiffin, is assisting family with arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Allen Eiry Senior Center or Seneca County Humane Society.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.shookfamilyfh.com.