LEHA ANN PUTNAM

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Shelby Benoit; brother, Peter Benoit; and father-in-law, Ronald Putnam.

Leha is survived by her husband, Ronald Craig Putnam; her brother, Edward Benoit III; her sister, Jacqueline (Duane) Browski; mother-in-law, Sharon Putnam; brother-in-law, Mark (Andrea) Putnam; sister-in-law, Kimberly Miller; and nephews and nieces: Edward Benoit IV, Nichole Benoit, Cody Lapczynski, Ethan Putnam, and Emily Putnam.

Leha was born on Sept. 11, 1970 in Alpena, Michigan. Leha grew up in Alpena, enjoyed family, made lifelong friends, and graduated high school. She moved to Tucson, Arizona in her early 20s. Leha spent time as a waitress, property manager, and then began her career as a real estate agent/realtor. In each of these fields she formed deep friendships due to her friendly, loving nature.

Leha loved her family and friends deeply; loved animals (her pets and all the wildies in the yard); tending to her plants; traveling/road trips; games, cards, and cribbage; and helping others. She was tenderhearted, loved to laugh, and a warrior/fighter to the end.

Leha has been taken for cremation with a private family memorial to be held at a later time. She will continue on her travels and adventures while watching out for those she loved. Angel Valley Funeral Home in Tucson has assisted the family. Online condolences can be submitted at angelvalleyfuneralhome.com.