Harold Putnam

O'FALLON - Harold L. Putnam, 61, died May 5, 2003, in O'Fallon.

Born Jan. 28, 1942, in Dexter, son of Vivian "Vip" Perry Putnam of Bernie and the late G.E. Putnam, he owned and operated K&K Pallets in Wright City and was a member of the Bernie Masonic Lodge. He was of the Baptist belief.

His wife, Karen Medlin Putnam, survives of the home.

Survivors in addition to his wife and mother include: one son, Scott B. Putnam of Warrenton; one daughter, Robin M. Putnam of St. Charles; two brothers, Gary Putnam and Larry Putnam of Dexter; and one granddaughter.

One brother, Max Putnam, preceded him in death.

Visitation begins at 4 p.m. Saturday at Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in Bernie, where a Masonic service at 7 p.m. will be followed by a memorial service with the Rev. Dean Williams, officiating.

Putnam donated his body to science at Logan College in St. Louis.