He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Virginia Manley Plummer; three daughters, Becka Samson, Sarah, and Louisa Mary; son, Michael Samson; as well as four wonderful grandsons, Nate and Andrew Samson, and Ben and Chris Plummer Jacobs.
John was born in Westfield, Massachusetts, where John and Virginia met and became high school sweethearts.
After attending college they moved to Maine, became educators and started a family.
Summers were always spent in Milbridge, Maine at John’s grandfather’s homestead, “Tamerack.” Throughout John’s entire life he was happiest at “Tamerack” so there he will be laid to rest.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.FuneralAlternatives.net.
Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, 155 Bath Rd. Brunswick.
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