Don "Big Foot" Putman Obituary (1957 - 2020)

Donald Ray Putman Lansing Don Putman, or, "Big Foot" as he was often called, passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at the age of 63. Born February 25, 1957 to Jerry and Barbara (Seals) Putman in Hayti, Missouri. He moved to Lansing and attended Lansing Eastern High School. After high school Don honorably served his country in the US Army. He would go on to work as a truck driver for many years. Don enjoyed riding Harley Davidson motorcycles an was a member of SMC. He took great pride in being "Papa" to his grandchildren and to them Papa was not only cool he was their hero. Don always had a nickname and snarky remark for everyone and everything. He was loved by so many and will be dearly missed by all who remember him. Surviving are his children, Eric Putman "Bud", Nicole Putman "Mugs"; grandchildren, Brenden Kibbe, Kierstin (Josh) Evans, Brock Putman, Andrew Putman, Audree Putman, Eric Putman Jr.; great-grandson, Jaxon Evans; brother, Dennis (Tracy) Putman; sisters, Patricia (Bruce) Cotter, Elizabeth Wolcott, Jerrie Sue (Jeff) App as well as numerous extended family and friends. Don will be laid to rest with his best friend and four-legged companion of 13 years, Chopper who passed away October 16, 2020. A celebration of life will be held for Don at a later date. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com