Estress Llewellyn Putnam, 104, of Springfield, IL passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Villas Senior Care Community, Sherman, IL. A private family graveside service will take place on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at Memorial Park Cemetery.
Estress was born July 1, 1916 in Powersville, MO the eldest son of Floyd Ervin Putnam and Bessie May (Pauley) Putnam. On February 28, 1942 in Thermopolis, Wyoming he was united in marriage to Lois Agnes (West) Putnam. She preceded him in passing on August 23, 1993. He proudly served his country in the US Army during WWII.
Estress is survived by a daughter, Esta May England of Springfield, IL; daughter in law, Rebecca Putnam; one brother, Charlie Putnam; two step daughters; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild.
Estress was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Lois; his second wife, Violet; three brothers; one son, Frank Putnam; one grandson; and one stepson.