Betty Jean Putnam, 61 wife of the late Joseph S. Putnam passed away Wednesday evening, October 16, 2013, at a Caribou healthcare facility, following an extended period of declining health. She was born March 3, 1952 in Caribou, the daughter of Basil and Hazel (Dougherty) Kierstead. She was a graduate of the Caribou High School Class of 1970 and was married to Joseph S. Putnam in 1985. Betty Jean will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother and a friend to all. She was known to help anyone in need, even complete strangers. She always inspired those who she touched with her strength. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Putnam was predeceased by her husband Joseph on March 25, 2008. She is survived by three sons, Robert Long of Florida, Scott Long of Presque Isle, Gary Putnam of Caribou, and daughter and son in law Mechelle and Doug MacDonald of Masardis, one brother, Burton Kierstead of North Carolina, six grandchildren, Rebecca, Daniel and Tiffany Libby, all of Masardis, Scott Long Jr., Jacob and Jasmine Long of Bangor. Betty Jean’s family wishes to extend a special thank you to Cary Medical Center, especially Dr. Carl Flynn for the exceptional care given to her during her hospital stay. Friends may call Tuesday, October 22, from 12 noon to 1pm at Mockler Funeral Home 24 Reservoir Street Caribou, where the funeral service will be conducted at 1pm with the Rev. Lucy Lovley officiating. Interment will take place Thursday October 24 at 11am at Masardis cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her husband Joseph. Those who wish, may contribute in memory of Mrs. Putnam to her family care of Mechelle MacDonald PO Box 174 Ashland, 04732. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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