Terry Lynn Plummer

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Terry Lynn Plummer on December 15, 2024.

Terry was born on October 17, 1955, at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital in Seaford, Delaware, to the late John (“Jack”) and Anna Jane (Hastings) Plummer. He is survived by his sister, Anita Bounds Griffith (Lee), of Friendswood, TX; his niece, Kimberly P. Griffith; nephew, John G. Griffith; his significant other, Debra Crouch, of San Diego, CA; and several close cousins. A loyal and loving son, Terry regularly wrote letters to his parents, clipped interesting articles to share, and made photo albums for them so Jack and Jane could share his life, even from afar. He is buried beside his parents in the Odd Fellows Cemetery in his hometown of Seaford.

Terry graduated from the University of Delaware in 1978 and South Texas College of Law in 1981. He began his law practice of more than 40 years in Delaware in 1982. After vacationing in southern California, however, Terry decided he liked being able to wear shorts year-round, prompting a move to San Diego. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1985. A proud University of Delaware Blue Hen, Terry’s California license plate reads: BLUEHNS.

Terry was passionate about sports. He was a lifelong fan of the Green Bay Packers and Baltimore Orioles, regardless of their ups and downs. Playing tennis brought him great joy (golf, on the other hand, great frustration). Terry supported his local San Diego sports teams, holding season tickets for the San Diego State Aztecs football and basketball teams. He was an avid Charger fan (he and his partner, Debra, met at a Chargers football game in 2001) and he had a special place in his heart for the Padres.

An avid music lover, Terry played guitar and piano with multiple bands in college. He listened intently to jazz and rock, leaving behind an extensive album, CD, and cassette collection. Live music made him so happy—clips from Paul McCartney, Jimmy Buffett, and Tower of Power concerts he attended were recorded on his phone. Terry and Debra’s first “official” date was a James Taylor concert. Terry continued to mourn the loss of Anthology in Little Italy and the fabulous jazz shows the club brought to San Diego.

Above all else, Terry was a good person and cherished friend to so many. As one friend wrote, if Terry leaves behind a legacy, it’s that he kept up with his friends—his band

brothers from college, his law school buddies, and the friends made throughout his life. Whether by text, phone or in person, Terry’s contact list was extensive and well-used. He is, in one word, missed.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Terry Lynn Plummer, please visit our floral store.