James Henry Plumb Sr., affectionately known as "Jim", "Dad" or "Pawpaw," passed away peacefully on November 5, 2024, in Fort Wayne, surrounded by his devoted family. Born on March 10, 1940, to Clyde and Leora (Myer) Plumb.

He dedicated his life to the game of golf as a golf course superintendent with 32 of those years at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club. He was a member of the Anthony Wayne Lions Club where his community service was recognized with the Lion of the Year Award and the Melvin Jones Fellowship Award.

An avid Euchre player, he was a beloved partner at the card table. Jim's love for sports kept him tuned to ESPN, where he enjoyed countless highlight reels of football, basketball, and golf. In the summer, early mornings often found him fishing at the lake with his grandkids.

A lover of wonder word 'word search', Jim enjoyed friendly rivalry with his sister-in-law, racing to see who could finish first. He enjoyed telling stories around the picnic table at the lake, laughing with friends, or offering a kind word.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Marilyn (Rietdorf), and their children: Lisa Plumb (Claudia), Jim Jr. (Stephanie) Plumb, David (Melissa) Plumb, and Wendi (Brian) Chalifoux. He was the proud Pawpaw of five grandchildren—Sam, Ava, Hank, Carter, and Cal . Whether playing with them, cheering at their games, or watching them grow, his grandchildren were the light of his life. Surviving also is his brother Richard (Cecilia) Plumb. He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter Lori Plumb.

Funeral service will be on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Fairhaven Funeral Home and Cremation Services (6557 N. Clinton Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46825) at 11:00 am with visitation one hour prior. Visitation will also be on Monday, November 11, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Jim's memory to The League for the Blind and Disabled, 5821 South Anthony, Fort Wayne, IN 46816 or online donations to www.the-league.org, to ensure that his legacy continues. Donations can be made at the funeral home.