Jerry K. Putman, 83, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2024, at home in Decatur, IN. Born in Whitley County, IN, Jerry was a son to the late Charles Oliver and Ilo Mae (Clark) Putman. He was a 1959 graduate of Columbia City High School and served honorably in the United States Marine Corps from 1960 to 1964 during the Cuban Crisis. Jerry worked for International Harvester for 31 years. He was known for being hardworking, peace loving and having a gentle generous soul (sometimes to a fault). Jerry was always grateful to everyone for everything. Surviving are his brother, David L. (Catherine A. Gaffer) Putman. There are no services scheduled at this time. Arrangements entrusted to Covington Memorial Funeral Home. Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens.