Chris Plummer, loving husband and devoted father, passed away suddenly on January 5, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and cherished memories that will forever remain in the hearts of his family and friends. He was born in Cleveland Ohio on Feb 8, 1968 and lived in Maple Heights, Ohio until he was age 4, when his mother moved back to California. During his elementary years Chris moved several times; living in Fontana, Redondo Beach and even spent a year at the Air Force Base in England. By age 13 he landed in La Canada where he attended La Canada High School (Class of 1986). During High School he loved playing Football and spending time with friends.
After graduation Chris went on to play football for Akron University (Ohio) and San Diego State University. After college, Chris remained in the Los Angeles area and worked as a consultant/Network Administrator for several companies: Raytheon, Northrup Grumman, The Guitar Center, and The Gas Company.
In 2002 Chris married the love of his life, Meredith. The very next year, in 2003 they left the “hustle and bustle” of Los Angeles and moved to Twentynine Palms to start a family and enjoy a peaceful life. They welcomed their daughters, Isabel (2004) and Natalie (2005).
Before settling back to work in IT, Chris fulfilled a childhood dream that was not possible in Los Angeles. He joined and graduated from the fire academy and EMT program at Copper Mountain College. Chris may have been the oldest student in the program, but he was the most successful. Chris enjoyed serving as a volunteer firefighter and EMT for the Morongo Basin.
In 2005, Chris returned to his work as a Network Administrator. He worked for Eisenhower Medical Center, the Morongo Unified School District, Copper Mountain College, the G6 and Naval Hospital aboard the Twentynine Palms Marine Base. His final job was the Director of Information Technology for MCCS, aboard the Twentynine Palms Marine Base. While Chris never served in the military, his pride in working on base and his profound respect for service members were unparalleled.
Chris was a loving and dedicated husband to Meredith, his partner in life’s journey. Their bond was a testament to the strength of true love, built on trust, respect, and unwavering support for each other. Together, they faced life’s challenges with courage and shared countless moments of joy and laughter.
As a father, Chris was a pillar of strength and guidance to his two beloved daughters, Isabel and Natalie. He showered them with unconditional love, encouragement, and wisdom, nurturing their dreams and aspirations. He was their biggest cheerleader, celebrating every milestone and offering a steady hand during difficult times.
Chris was an excellent story-teller and was always ready with a good “dad” joke. His compassion touched the lives of many, and his legacy of love will continue to inspire those who knew him. In this time of profound loss, Meredith, Isabel, Natalie, and the entire family find solace in the beautiful memories they shared with Chris. They take comfort in knowing that he will forever watch over them as their guardian angel. His love and legacy will continue to shine brightly, illuminating the lives of those he touched. Chris will be remembered for his kind heart, infectious smile, and the warmth of his presence. May he rest in eternal peace, knowing he was deeply loved and will be dearly missed.
Chris is survived by his loving wife Meredith and daughters Isabel and Natalie, sister Shelly and parents Lynne (Vic) and Troxel. Chris is proceeded in death by his brother Michael.
A funeral service to celebrate Chris’s life will be held on May 18, 2024 at 1pm at the Twentynine Palms Cemetery, followed by a reception at the Twentynine Palms Inn.
In lieu of flowers or donations, we can all honor Chris by practicing kindness and paying it forward.
