Peter C. Plunkett, Born April 15, 1941: plumber, crooner, charmer, dancer, golfer, soccer player/coach/ref, and overall generous heart passed away on Wednesday, February 17th, surrounded by family. Peter was a Dubliner, the 2nd eldest of 9 kids. He and his bride (Margaret) immigrated to the US in 1967 with two small eejits, Aidan and Brian, with Vincent arriving two years later. He loved a good laugh, a sad Irish ballad, a pint of "ale," holding hands with his wife, and a good set of tools. Peter is survived by his wife Margaret of 59 years; sons Aidan (Patty), Brian (Carmen), and Vince (Carey); grandchildren Hewitt, Sarah, and Will; along with loving siblings, nieces, and nephews in Portland, Ireland and Canada.
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