Rick Plunk

Rick Plunk obituary, Savannah, TN

Rick Plunk

Rick Plunk Obituary

Visit the Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah website to view the full obituary.

Rick Plunk was born on McNairy County, Tennessee, the son of the late Norvin and Lillie Mae Green Plunk.

Mr. Plunk was employed as a registered nurse for over 40 years. Most recently, he worked as a charge nurse for South Central Correctional Facility prior to his retirement. Rick enjoyed going fishing.

Rick Plunk departed this life on October 26, 2024 in Savannah, Tennessee at the age of 70 years, 2 months, and 29 days.

He is survived by his niece, Wendy Hernandez of Hickory, North Carolina and a host of additional nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Rick was preceded in death by his brothers, Clyde Plunk and Gerald Plunk and sisters, Lessie Lee Ciccarelli and Wida Jean Plunk.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah

450 Church Street P.O. Box 1027, Savannah, TN 38372

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