Birth date: Feb 23, 1954 Death date: Sep 8, 2011
William G. “Bill” Putman, 57, of Camanche, died Thursday, September 8, 2011 at his home in Camanche. Funeral Services will be 10:30am, Monday, September 12, 2011 at the Camanche Chapel Snell-Zornig Funeral Homes and Crematory. Read Obituary
So sorry to here about my old friend. We had many good talks with my dad through the years and solved alot of the worlds problems on that corner at dads in Camanche. We had so much fun in the borrows camp-o-rama days also.
Dad and I will miss him so much.
To Bill's family - I so sorry to hear about Bill. I enjoyed knowing him and visiting with him at my brother Owen's garage sales. He was a gentle giant, a real sweet, caring person. He will be greatly missed. I know he'll still be rooting for the Hawkeyes up there in Heaven.
I was just a young kid when I first met Bill "Putt Putt". He became good friends with my folks, Steve & Jean Morgan via the CB Radio. I went to many tractor pulls and other automotive related functions with him and my dad. Bill would celebrate the 4th of July every year at our house and usually brought a large supply of noise makers that he purchased south of the border in Missouri. I remember one year when the bag of fireworks was in the front yard when a stray bottle rocket lit into the bag. Just as the bag began to erupt, the local PD, Mr. Robertson pulled into the driveway to see who was making all of the noise. As he exited his squad car, a bottle rocket parted his hair as Bill was very quickly scrambling to extinquish the bag with our garden hose. Another fond memory of Bill was at a CB Radio group gathering at Eagle Point Park. Bill "Putt Putt", drove his orange Dune Buggy. Reverse went out and he literally picked it by the front bumber and turned it around. I was amazed. When Bill lived in Cedar heights trailer court, he paid me very well to mow his yard, afterward he would invite me in and offer me a cold drink while we watched a NASCAR race or the Cubs. I was instrumental in turning me into a model car/truck collector and often helped me with some of the details on the big rigs. I will miss Bill, he is a great friend.
Nancy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
I would like to express my condolences to Bill's family.
I am a friend of Jean Morgan and Steve Morgan. I have known Bill for many years.
I have many great memories of Bill.
Lucy Harrison
Dear Neighbors,
I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I always enjoyed visiting with your gentle giant at the Farmer's Market. I am sure you all will miss his big heart and gentle soul.
as ever--Jane
Bill and I are so sorry to hear of the loss
of Bill, we only met him a couple of times but in those few hours we could sense what a gentle and caring man he was, Bill enjoyed talking to him about the trucking business. Prayers go out to your family.
Lori Pranger
Sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I know all you will miss him. I remember Bill as a young child, always happy. May he rest in Peace and may you all remember the joy he brought into your lives.
A big lovable guy! He will be missed by all.
Bill was a pleasure to be around. He knew so much but was humble. He did his job well without complaining. He stood tall like royalty. And through everything kept that wonderful sense of humor. Kim and I grieve with you all.
