Karen Putnam Nix Virginia Beach, Virginia Obituary

Karen Putnam Nix

Karen Putnam Nix passed away at home December 11, 2015. Karen was the daughter of the late Aldean Putnam and William L. Putnam, Sr. She is survived by two sons, Grant and Spencer Nix; brother, Harry S. Pulliam; sister, Janet Putnam DeForge and husband, Douglass J. DeForge; brother, William L. Putnam, Jr. and wife, Laura Putnam; three nephews and niece Jason D. DeForge, Alison N. DeForge and Tyler Putnam; and ex spouse Clifford Nix. Karen was devoted to her two sons, Grant and Spencer. She was an avid reader and loved the beach. Karen was loved by family and friends and will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Karen was born in Waukegan, Illinois. She spent most of her life in Virginia Beach and graduated from Kellam High School in l974. She later received a bachelor of computer science degree. She worked as a computer programmer for UNISYS Corporation and then worked as a Software Engineer for Lockheed Martin Corporation. In 2008 she went to work for the Defense Department as a Software Engineer at CDSA, Dam Neck. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, December 18, 2015 at the Laskin Road Chapel of H. D. Oliver Funeral Apartments by the Reverend Michael Simone. Private burial will occur at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the American Cancer Society.
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H.D. Oliver Funeral Apartments, Inc.
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Wayne Bush
March 13, 2020
I just discovered that Karen passed, and I'm in shock. I knew Karen as a teenager and young woman. She was beautiful and sweet. We caught up via email in 2014 and I really enjoyed hearing from her. Karen had a very lovely quality about her and I'll never forget her.
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Larry Nortonen
September 2, 2018
Just found out, I’m so sorry to hear this news. Karen was my first love and friend. Our lives went separate ways but I always thought about her. May you Rest In Peace and find your place. Have fun my friend.
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Kathy Lewis
December 18, 2015
So sorry to hear about Karen's passing. We went to Kellam HS together. She will be missed.
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The Walsh Family
December 18, 2015
Words can't express our sorrow, but we will keep the family and friends in our prayers to soon find a bright tomorrow.
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Viv & Don Forehand
December 18, 2015
Condolences to Nix & Putnam family. Many fond memories of our childhood,teen and young adult years. As we grow older life takes us all down different paths and we loose touch with old friends.Good memories are forever.In our thoughts and prayers, Vivian Mittelsdorf Foreh... Continue Reading
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Susan Milne
December 18, 2015
Sending prayers and condolences to the Nix family. She was a wonderful mother and friend. I'm so glad I had the opportunity for her to be a part of my life.
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Nancy Sweet
December 17, 2015
So sorry to hear of this sad event. I shared many work days and nights with Karen working on various projects. Also many fun parties and events! . ) My heart goes out to her family and friends. Sincerely, Nancy L Sweet
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TAMMY WOODY
December 17, 2015
Grant & Spencer, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was an awesome lady & so glad I got to know her many years ago.She will be missed by many.
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+Scott Everard
December 17, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. She will always be remembered.
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