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Martha Putnam-Simons
December 21, 1921
July 28, 2022
Martha was born December 21, 1921 in Warren County Illinois to Daniel E. and Cuba (Kishline) Fravil and died July 28, 2022 at her home in Colorado Springs. She was 100 years, 7 months, and 7 days old.
Martha grew up in Little York, Illinois, and graduated from Little York High School in 1939. She graduated from Western Illinois State Normal College with a major in English and minor in Latin for secondary education in 1944 and received her Master's degree in 1973 from Colorado College.
Martha married Leigh Putnam July 22, 1945 and they moved their young family to Colorado Springs in 1956 where she continued her teaching career with School district 11 at Colorado Springs Main High School Palmer. In 1959 Wasson High School opened and she was part of the staff who opened the school in the fall. She taught English and Latin there until her retirement in 1982.
After her retirement, she married Bob Simons and together they enjoyed travel, live theater, symphony, entertaining family and friends, and many other shared interests.
She is survived by her son Lewis Putnam of Seaton, Il and daughter Crystal Putnam of Greenville, Fl, daughter-in-law Penny Putnam; grandchildren, Michael & Kelly Putnam, Birdie & William McDermott, Brandy Doyle, Patricia Putnam, and Bryan Putnam; 9 great grandchildren and 4 great, great grandchildren. She is also survived by extended family, friends, former colleagues and students.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Jules Fravil; husband Leigh Putnam; husband Lt Col Robert Simons, Ret; son Michael D. Putnam; son in law Jim Miller; and granddaughter Virginia (Ginny) Dampier.
We will gather in celebration of Martha's life on Tuesday, August 2, 10:30, at Pikes Peak United Methodist Church, 2927 W. Pikes Peak Ave 80904. Inurnment will be in Little York, Illinois.
In lieu of flowers, Martha's desire was for contributions to her sorority's scholarship fund;
Checks: Gamma ADK Scholarship; C/O Nancy Andersen, 2115 Saddle PL, Co Springs, CO 80918
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Janine
August 30, 2023
Mrs. Putnam God bless you
Holly Mervis
August 13, 2022
Martha made my job at Brookdale meaningful. Thank you Martha for all that you shared over the years.
You will remain a wonderful influencer.
Condolences to family and friends.
Jon Gilliom
August 6, 2022
So sorry to hear of Martha´s passing. Mom really liked having her companionship at "the village" for many years. She will be missed.
Susie Putnam
August 3, 2022
My condolences to family and family. Martha was an amazing woman.
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Ilene Steinkruger
August 2, 2022
My sincere sympathy to Martha's family. Martha was such a lovely, gracious lady who contributed so very much to her students and the community. She will be missed by all who knew her. As her colleague at Wasson High School, we shared many wonderful times together. God Bless.
Jess Neal
August 1, 2022
Will will miss our weekly talks with you. We love you, Martha.
Susie Putnam
July 30, 2022
Condolences to family and friends. I was honored to know this wonderful lady.
Aron may-braswell
July 29, 2022
Sorry I can't be there but you are in my prayers daily I Love you very much hugs all around
Cindy (Lucariello) McGlone
July 29, 2022
So sorry to hear about Aunt Martha. I remember when my family stayed in Colorado Springs on our trip to Arizona. I was in 10th grade and Aunt Martha took me to school with her. I didn´t understand any Latin, but it was fun being with her and watching her teach! I also remember some big dogs at her house which we were a bit afraid of! Love to all!
Cindy
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