O.L. 'Buck' Plunkett Jr.

Unknown - Apr 5th, 2019

Birth Date: Unknown
Death Date: Apr 5, 2019
Funeral Date: Unknown
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Biography: O.L. 'Buck' Plunkett Jr. passed away from complications of Alzheimer's disease on Friday morning. While living in the Clarebridge unit of Brookdale Chenal Heights these past 21 months, we have seen a side of our dad we hadn't seen before. In addition to his caring for his family always, he became so much more mellow and appreciative of the love and compassion he received from everyone around him.He was always responsible to his family from an early age running his dad's ice route as a young boy; then, supporting his family of 4 kids all before he was 25.Born March 8,1934 to Lois and Orville Plunkett Sr.,the oldest of six, he was never known to be lazy or irresponsible by any of his family. Always known to be hardworking and fun loving, and ready with a joke to go with every situation. He loved to laugh and make others laugh too.Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of almost 65 years, Margaret (Johnson), sisters Donna Johnson and husband Bill; as well as Jenna Hacker and husband Larry; his only surviving brother,Richard 'Dick' Plunkett and wife Janet. They have 4 children: Sharon Combee and husband Clay,Renea Harrod and husband Lee; Hoyt Sr. and, Kay Graves and husband Johnny; There are 5 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, as well as many nieces andnephews and countless cousins and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, as well as his two youngest brothers, Phillip and Larry.The family requests that memorials may be madeto fund Alzheimer's research, such a horrible disease.Visitation will be held one hour before the memorial service at 3 p.m. on Monday, April 8th at Calvary Church of the Nazarene, 10325 W. 36th, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204 .

Condolences(19)

Jane Caldwell Fowler

#19

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Donna.

Ray and Linda Patterson

#18

Losing a parent is so hard, even when we think we are prepared for it. So happy you could all be together at the end. You were wonderfully supportive and caring throughout his illness. God bless you all as you grieve and know that we love you.

Jeanne McHughes Williamson

#17

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. He was always kind and fun to be around. Condolences to you all.

Tommy Tullos

#16

Fond memories of Buck and his fancy wreckers. He was a good friend to my father Joe Tullos. Condolences from the Tullos family

Susan and Jim Flowers

#15

We were Buck?s neighbors on Congo Ferndale Rd. In Saline County. Buck and Margaret were wonderful neighbors and Buck would come over often to see us. We loved him dearly and got such a kick out of his stories. We are so sorry for your loss. We are out of town and will not be able to attend his funeral. Please know that our prayers are with your family.

Howard & Wanda Heron

#14

Sorry to hear of Buck's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Plunkett family.

Ryan Hudson

#13

Buck was a great man. Sorry for the loss.

Helen Robson

#12

Deepest sympathy to your family. My prayers & thoughts are with you

Eugenia

#11

He was one of a kind! Always joking with a straight face I enjoyed many talks with him and Margaret over the course of the yesrs. Anytime I stopped by he always was on his lawnmower or cleaning his pool or tending his garden. His energy and work ethic put any young men to shame. So gladHe and Margaret came into my life they truly displayed whatAmericana was about. May his stories be passed down from His children to his grandchildren. He truly will be missedEugenia

Georgia Griffis

#10

Renea and the entire Plunkett Family,Please know I'm thinking of you at this difficult time. I was lucky to have gotten to meet him on a couple of occasions ? I could just tell he was quite the character. I know you will miss him immensely.

Margie and Dave Wilson

I am so sorry y'all had to suffer with this disease. I never met him but I know from Sharon what a wonderful, kind father he was. Praying that you will find peace,

Scarlet Smith

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gail Wilson

To all the family - I have many fond memories of growing up with the Plunkett?s. While we have all grown up and gone our separate ways, we still have a close bond. My heart is with all of you as your grieve the loss of your dad. Praying for peace and comfort. Love you all

Pam Forrester Kile

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Earl and Linda Barrett

May he now Rest In Peace. In caring love to Sharon, Clay and their family.

Dedra Burkett

My thoughts & prayers are with you, Kay, and your family. Your father was so deeply loved & well cared for.

Ronda Elliott

Renea and family, May the wonderful memories you hold in your heart sustain you at this difficult time of saying goodbye to your Dad. May the joy of knowing he lives eternally and you will meet again bring you comfort and peace. My prayers and love is being sent to you. Ronda Herrick Elliott

Rosanne Haughey

I am so sorry about your father's passing. It is such a hard thing to lose a parent. Cherish your Mom and surround her with your love. I know his Alzheimers was very difficult for you, but remember the good times, they will give you solace in the days to come.

Paula Abbott

Aunt Margaret, Sharon, Renea, Hoyt, & Kay, I am so sorry about Uncle Buck. I?m going to miss him. I know he?s in a better place. My memories of him are as clear as the smile he always had on his face. Oh what I would give for a day for all of us to enjoy Lake Ouachita & camp at Three Sisters. Those were the good ole days. Uncle Buck always told good jokes & was kind enough to laugh at all my jokes I told him, even the unfunny jokes or the ones I messed up trying to tell him so we could laugh. He had a heart of gold & loved you all more than we will ever know. Love, Paula

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