Richard Joseph “Rick” Plummer, age 76, of Cornelia, Georgia, passed away on Friday, October 14, 2022.
Mr. Plummer was born on May 10, 1946, in Concord, North Carolina to the late Joseph Clarence and Maudie Plummer. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 27 years, Bertha Plummer siblings, Larry, Perry, Cleo, and Doug; and his loving dog of 19 years, Buddy. Mr. Plummer was a United States Army Veteran having served during the Vietnam War and becoming a Purple Heart Recipient for his injuries sustained during action in 1967. Richard was an avid NASCAR fan and enthusiast having worked on two NASCAR teams building engines back in the 1970s. This led to him becoming head mechanic for National Car Rental, where he retired with over 20 years of service. Rick was an avid fan of anything sports related. He was an avid pet lover, spending much time with his dogs. Rick was a loving and dedicated husband, father, and grandfather and loved spending time with his family.
Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Bryan and Emily Plummer, of Hillsborough, NC; brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Carol Plummer, of New Smyrna, FL; nephew and niece, Tony and Melissa White, of Clayton; niece, Laura Neely; grandchildren, Shay, Dylan, Jordan, Clay, and Crissy.
Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the Whitfield Funeral Home, South Chapel with Preacher Tony White and Dr. Kenneth Franklin officiating. Military Honors will be provided by the Grant Reeves Honor Guard.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the funeral home prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Grant Reeves Honor Guard, 174 Cornelia Crossing Shopping Center, Cornelia, Georgia 30531, or to the Habersham County Animal Shelter, 4231 B Toccoa Highway. Clarkesville, Georgia 30523.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chapel at 1370 Industrial Boulevard, Baldwin, Georgia 30511. Telephone: 706-778-7123.
