Putnam - Christopher J. "Snakeman" Patnaude, age 52, died Saturday, April 16, 2016, two days shy of his 53rd birthday. Christopher leaves a son, Christopher J. Patnaude II of Stafford Springs; his father, Ralph R, Patnaude of Light House Point, FL.;  a brother, Ralph R. Patnaude II of Putnam and his companion Cindy Phillips of Canterbury; two sisters, Lisa M. Gannetta and her husband Michael Gannetta of Lisbon, CT, Laurie A. Patnaude of Putnam; two aunts, Lillian Carbone of Stoughton, MA and Jeannette Lespasio of Putnam; his nieces and nephews, Andrew, Taylor, Brandi-Lee and Viki.  He was predeceased by his mother, Loretta (Jason) Patnaude on August 28, 2013. Christopher was born in Putnam and lived in Putnam all his life.  He was known to many and affectionately referred to as "Snakeman" and could often be seen carrying his snake Cannabis throughout the Town of Putnam.  He was an avid outdoorsman and was skilled in carpentry, landscaping, masonry and demolition.  Christopher had a firm belief in God and a strong faith. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Putnam Elks Club, Edmond Street, Putnam, on Friday, April 29, 2016 from 5:00 to 10:00 pm.. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to any animal charity.  Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster is directing arrangements.  A guest book for messages of condolence is available at www.shaw-majercik.com.