Rick Ralph Plemmons

rick plemmons

January 16, 1956 ~ March 26, 2023

Born in: Buncombe Co., NC
Resided in: Waynesville, NC

Rick Ralph Plemmons, 67, of Waynesville, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023.

Rick was a NC Farm Bureau Insurance agent for 39 years. He was a lifelong Tennessee Vols fan. A native of Buncombe Co., he was a son of the late Ralph and Juanita Graham Plemmons.

Surviving is his wife, Ernestine Massey Plemmons; sons, Andrew Merritt Plemmons and Richard Daniel Plemmons; step-son, Bryan Greene (Christy); and grandson, Tillman Greene.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday in the Patton Avenue chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with Pastor Mary Brown officiating. Burial will follow at Union Baptist Church Cemetery.

The family will greet friends from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Jude Children’s Hospital or to First United Methodist Church of Sylva.

Services

Visitation: March 30, 2023 12:00 pm - September 8, 2024 2:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806

(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

Funeral Service: March 30, 2023 2:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806

(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

Burial: March 30, 2023 3:00 pm

Union Baptist Church Cemetery
New Leicester Highway
Leicester, NC 28748


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  1. I will always remember Ricky. We were first cousins. We played under the beech tree at Maw Plemmons. Gerald.

    Praying for his family.
    Gerald and Carolyn Stamey

  2. I first met Rick on a Farm Bureau company trip about 10 years ago. He had no reason to speak or associate with a newer young agent, but he did. We spent most of the day together and had the best time. I’ll always remember him for being so gracious and kind to new agent he didn’t even know. RIP my friend.

  3. Ernestine and Family
    So sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May “The God of All Comfort” be close to you now and in the days to come.
    Jimmie & Shirley Fender & Barbara Greene

  4. I also met Rick on my very first Farm Bureau fishing trip nine years ago. He was so nice that day and made me feel right at home. He remembered my name and spoke to me at every event after that. He was a very genuine guy and it showed. Sending prayers for all of you during this time!

  5. I have fond memories of Ricky. We were in the same class, and went to school together for 12 years. We also rode the same school bus. I just remember him being the nicest guy and always wearing a smile. I followed him on FB and always smiled at his love for TN and fishing. I hope good memories will comfort his family and I will keep you all in my prayers.

  6. We would like to extend our condolences to Ernestine and the family. He was a kind and gentle soul. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God wrap his loving arms around each of you and comfort you as only God can do.. May” Peace” be unto each you… B .T .and Audrey

  7. Ricky and me and Roger Ward, together every day from the 7th thru 9th grade, riding our bikes, hunting, playing ball. He was one in a million. Very sad… Blessed to have known him. May God bless his family.

  8. Ernestine and Family, Our Deepest Sympathy is with you and your family for the loss of your dearest loved one. He will truly be missed by all. Just cherish your precious memories. We pray for peace, love & healing in the coming weeks and months for you all. You are in our prayers The Venita & Wade Reeves Family

  9. Ricky and Ernestine fought a tough battle. May you all find piece as Ricky can finally rest with no pain and suffering

  10. Thinking about your whole family, Drew Scott had told me your father wasn’t doing well. So sorry for your loss!!


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