Bobby Wayne Putnam Sr. a cherished husband and dad passed away peacefully in Ennis, Texas on October 23, 2020 at the age of 85.
Bobby was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Barbara Putnam: his sons Bobby Wayne Putnam Jr. (Marce), Brandon Putnam, Matt Waldran (Robyn), and Josh Waldran: Grandchildren: Nicole Putnam (Michael), Michelle Gayer (Troy), Ryan Putnam, Mason Waldran, Cooper Waldran, and Parker Waldran. Great Grandchild: Ella Gayer. He is preceded in death his parents Esland Leverne Putnam, Eula Faye Larkin, and Forrest Ferdinand Larkin.
Bobby was born on July 7, 1935 in Dallas, Texas to Esland Leverne and Eula Faye Putnam. After Bobby graduating from High School; he joined the United States Army where he attended and graduated from The Ordnance School in 1956, where he specialized in Automotive Fuel & Electrical System Repair. Bobby also attended Doolin Technical College where he graduated in 1964 in the top five of his class. Bobby met the love of his life at a country western hall and married Barbara Joanne Wilch on June 8,1990. Together they shared many wonderful years in love.
Bobby was a devoted dad and played an active role in his boy's lives. Bobby enjoyed coaching his children’s sporting events, and shared a passion of racing with his boys. Bobby loved to cook for his family and friends. He loved sharing his chili, gumbo, and smoked ribs so much that you could never leave his home without a plate. He also would hand out his salsa and pickled jars to everyone he knew. Bobby cared deeply for his animals, and found great joy in spoiling each one of his beloved pets. A big kid at heart, who loved “his toys.” He had a collection of cars and motorcycles in which he kept in pristine condition. He adored his grandchildren and was a very proud Papaw. His humor and pranks will live on in our memories. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.
A Celebration of Bobby’s Life is scheduled for noon on Thursday October 29, 2020 in the chapel at Laurel Land Funeral Home, with his internment to follow at Restland Cemetery. Pastor Paul Gilbreath will officiate the ceremony.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Putnam, Brandon Putnam, Matt Waldran, Jeffrey Allen, Crockett Patterson, Michael Tannehill, and Troy Gayer.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Ryan Putnam, Mason Waldran, Cooper Waldran, Parker Waldran, and Ella Gayer.
In leu of flowers donations can be made to The Parkinson’s Foundation https://www.parkinson.org
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