Jan Aarus Pluim

Honorable

Jan Aarus Pluim

Judge Pluim, died on June 28, 2015, surrounded by his family, after a very short illness at the age of 71. At the time of his death, he was a Judge of the Superior Court for nearly 25 years, a
devoted family man and father, a voracious and adventurous traveler, an accomplished orchid hobbyist and hybridizer, and a sports enthusiast.
Judge Pluim was appointed to the Superior Court in 1991 by Governor Deukmejian. Prior to his appointment, Judge Pluim had a distinguished career as a lawyer in both private practice and in the office of the Los Angeles County Counsel. He served as principal Deputy County Counsel, specializing in litigation. He also acted as a legal advisor to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the Los Angeles County Retirement Association. Judge Pluim was recognized by the Pasadena Bar Association as Judge of the Year in 2010. He also served as a Trustee of the Los Angeles County Law Library.
Judge Pluim was preceded in death by his parents, Jan Aarus and Marietta Pluim. He is survived by a loving family, including his wife Kathy; his son Kevin and daughter Tracy; he was a beloved father-in-law to Justin Pajer and Regan Pluim; his twin brother Donald and his sister Sandra; his family legacy includes four grandchildren, Henry, Claire, Oliver, and William.
Judge Pluim was an avid golfer and tennis player and a devoted USC Trojan. He was a member of San Gabriel Country Club, Live Oaks Tennis Club, and San Gabriel Valley Orchid Hobbyists. Judge Pluim graduated from the University of Southern California in 1967, earning a BS from the School of Business, and earning a MBA in 1969 from the Graduate School of Business Administration. He graduated from Loyola Law School in 1973. Judge Pluim proudly served his country as member of the Army National Guard.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that those wishing to make donations in his memory make them to the Los Angeles County Law Library. Judge Pluim was a strong supporter of public access to legal resources. Donations in any amount may be made to the Friends of the Los Angeles County Law Library, and are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donations can be sent to: 301 West First Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012 or made online at www.lalawlibrary.org/donate.