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Greg Plugge

1963 - 2026

Greg Plugge obituary, 1963-2026, Columbus, NE

BORN

1963

DIED

2026

Greg Plugge Obituary

Greg L Plugge 62, of Columbus NE, passed away on March 1st, 2026 due to heart failure. He passed away 3 weeks prior to what would have been his 63rd birthday.

Born on March 23rd, 1963 in Omaha, NE. Greg was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend. He touched the lives of many with his profound sense of humor and warmth. Greg was a generous friend and possessed an uncanny ability to connect to just about anyone.

Greg graduated from Columbus High School.

Greg is survived by his sister Julie (Prochaska) Phares of Estes Park CO.

His children: Justin Plugge of Grand Island NE, BrandyMae Plugge of David City, Joseph Plugge of Omaha NE, Jacob Plugge of Richland NE, and Logan Plugge. Grandchildren: Alexander Tabbytosavit and AiyannaLynn Hill.

Greg was preceded in death by his parents Dale L Plugge and Betty (White) Plugge both from Columbus NE, nephew George Micheal Prochaska, and niece Kathrina Joe Prochaska. Aunt & Uncle Alfreda and Cliff Schroeder of Columbus NE, and Aunt Nandin Plugge of Albuquerque New Mexico.

A service and Celebration of Life will be held Friday March 6th, starting at 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Columbus NE. We invite family and friends of Greg to join us in remembering and celebrating his life.
Published by The Columbus Telegram from Mar. 5 to Mar. 6, 2026.

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