Memorial services for Richard Joseph "Rick" Plummer, 76, of Cornelia, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at 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.
Mr. Plummer passed away Friday, Oct. 14, 2022.
Born May 10, 1946, in Concord, North Carolina, he was the son of 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 U.S. 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 1970's. 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, North Carolina; brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Carol Plummer of New Smyrna, Florida; nephew and niece, Tony and Melissa White of Clayton; niece, Laura Neely; grandchildren, Shay, Dylan, Jordan, Clay, and Crissy.
The family will receive friends from 1 until 1:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the funeral home prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grant Reeves Honor Guard, 174 Cornelia Crossing Shopping Center, Cornelia, GA 30531, or to Habersham County Animal Shelter, 4231 B Toccoa Highway. Clarkesville, GA 30523.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chapel at 1370 Industrial Boulevard, Baldwin