FENDER

James O., age 82, of Putnam, FL passed away on February 18, 2019.  He was born on July 29, 1936 the son of Eugene and Edna Fender and lived in Georgetown, FL.  He graduated from Crescent City High School in 1954.  James entered the US Army in 1955 and was Honorably Discharged in 1959 as a Staff Sgt of Communications.  He went to work for Georgia Pacific Papermill and in his spare time he coached Little League in San Mateo.  James retired and enjoyed fishing, hiking and rooting for his beloved Gators.

He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Barbara; two step-children, Joan M and Gary P Cuse; three grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; five siblings, Carolyn Jones, Jean Gornto, Wanda Wallace, Eddie Fender and Marsha Wheeler; numerous nieces and nephews that loved him dearly.  At James' request, no flowers or services.  Donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Foundation of your choice.