K9 OFFICER PLUM’S FAMILY FUND - HagnerStrongK9

Our family is so deeply saddened, devastated,  destroyed and heartbroken for K9 Officer Steve Plum one of our first #Hometown #Heroes, Leaving behind His Amazing wife Nancy, Their 5 beautiful Kids, and poor #K9MurphMan….  Between my husband and I, in state of shock… I started a GoFundMe fundraiser for K9 OFFICER PLUM’S FAMILY FUND - HagnerStrongK9. I would really appreciate if you can help share this fundraiser to help Nancy, the kids and K9MurphMan… God only knows what we can do as a family and a village to help them through this. ‍♀️❤️

https://gofund.me/ab1e859c


Please say prayers for this family, who had our #K9Rhea, he’s from Warrington Police K9 Unit, We received personal permission to support them at this time, if there’s anyone that wants to get together to help them out from our Hagner Strong K9 family to theirs, please reach out, stay posted for updates, we’re going to help any way we possibly can for our #BlueLine #USMC #Veteran #k9Family #K9Memorial #K9Funeral #K9Support #K9Memorial #K9UNIT #bluelinefamily #BlueLight #thinblueline #HagnerStrongK9 #GodSpeed #BlueLine #USMC #Veteran Family #GodSpeed #RestInPeace #Responders4Responders #WalkWithBlue
 
 
I feel like there’s never enough that can be done as one family, but as an army we can do something to help them stay somewhat grounded m, stable, and protected through this disaster of a situation. Steve was a great guy, a great friend and a wonderful part of our Hagner Strong K9 family.

If anyone can donate to help the family get through this rough time we would greatly appreciate it, every penny is going right to his loving wife Nancy Plum for whatever they need to get through each day with raising their family and #K9Murphy.

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SPECIAL REQUEST for patches and/or challenge coins. 

One of the things Ofc. Plum started for his kids is a collection of police (especially K9’s) patches and challenge coins.  We would love to continue that task for him. 

Services will be announced soon.  If you attend the services please bring a patch. There will be an area where you can leave them for the Plum children.  

If you are unable to attend please feel free to mail any to the care of Sgt. Bloomingdale at the Warrington Township Police Department 2330 Lower Barness Road Warrington, Pa 18976. 

We thank you in advance for your kindness, generosity, and support during this horribly unimaginable time.

On Monday morning, Warrington Township (Pennsylvania) Police Officer Stephen Plum, Jr. was inside of his home, getting dressed for his shift when he suffered a medical emergency. First responders attempted lifesaving measures but he was unable to be revived. Steve served the citizens of Warrington Township for 8 years, and was currently assigned to their K-9 unit. He leaves behind a wife, five children, who range from 14 years old to 18 months, and his faithful Dutch Shepherd K-9 partner “Murphy”.

Officer Stephen Plum was no stranger to public service. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and completed a combat tour in Iraq as a rifleman with the 2nd LAR Battalion, 2nd MARDIV. He also served as both a firefighter and EMT in Montgomery County. Ever since he was a child, all Steve wanted was to be a K-9 handler. In 2018, the determined officer presented the idea to his Police Chief of adding a K-9 unit to the department. Once approved, he and his wife were instrumental in helping to raise the funds that got the program off the ground. Plum and his partner “Murphy” were a highly decorated duo, earning numerous awards and commendations for their outstanding police service.

Last month, Steve’s close friend and fellow K-9 handler, Hatboro Police Officer Ryan Allen, passed away from complications following a bee sting. Stephen volunteered to help care for Ryan’s K-9 partner “Louie” while he was in the hospital, and even gave the Eulogy at Ryan’s memorial service. It would be difficult to find a more dedicated and committed K-9 Officer than Steve. He was 38-years old.


If you have any photos of Ofc. Plum while at a community event or just when he’d stop by to say hello please share here.  We are collecting as many photos and memories as we can for his family.

“We simply can’t believe that we are even posting this.  Steve, we will do everything in our power to make sure Nancy, your beautiful children, and of course K9 Murphy, are taken care of.  We love you.  Our community loves you.  We got your back.” Warrington Twp Police Department

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OBITUARY:

In Memory of Stephen C. Plum, Jr.
1983 - 2022
 
Obituary of Stephen C. Plum, Jr.
Stephen C. Plum, Jr., a Warrington Township K-9 Police Officer, died on May 16, 2022. He was the beloved husband and best friend of Nancy J. DeLucas Plum for 12 years and the devoted and proud father of Andrew Plum, Aiden Plum, Wyatt Plum, Emmet Plum and Francesa Plum, who range in age from 14 years to 18 months. The family resided in Warwick Township for the past six years. Born in Abington, PA he was the son of Leslie Watt and Stephen C. Plum, Sr., a retired Hatboro Police Officer and brother of Jill Plum. Steve graduated from Abington High School in 2002 and later earned is Associates Degree in Criminal Justice. Most recently, he was pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, and was expected to graduate from Penn State in the fall. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He served for four years and earned the rank of Corporal. During his tenure in the Marines, he served as a rifleman with the 2nd LAR Battalion, 2nd Marine Division and was deployed to Iraq, where he earned the Combat Action Ribbon and other awards. After completing his military service, Steve served as a firefighter with the Abington and Roslyn Fire Companies and worked for the Fire Marshall's Office of Abington Township. He also served as an EMT with Second Alarmers Rescue Squad in Willow Grove and worked for the Rockledge Borough and SEPTA Police Departments. Officer Plum was an eight-year veteran of the Warrington Police Department, he was devoted and committed to their K-9 Unit, and to his partner Murphy. Officer Plum was known for his kindness, infectious laugh, smile, and big heart, which impacted everyone around him, including those in the Warrington community. He served with honor and dedication. Officer Plum joined the Warrington Township Police Department in 2014 and over the past eight years served with the following specialty units: MIRT (major incident response team), Highway (Motorcycle) and Narcotics Unit. He earned many certifications. In 2018, he earned his way into Warrington Township Police Department's first ever K-9 Unit, where he was partnered with K-9 Murphy. He was fondly known as "K-9 Murphy's human". His family has shared that ever since he was a kid, he wanted to be a K-9 officer. To see Officer Plum finally in this role, was to see a man living out his childhood dream. He loved every second of it, even cleaning up after Murph! He was designated the supervisor of the K-9 Unit where he and his wife, Nancy, were instrumental in organizing multiple successful fundraisers for the Unit. Officer Plum and Murphy were an integral part of the K-9 Unit, ALWAYS stepping up to participate in community events and meet and greets. He was more than willing to step aside and let Murphy be the star that he is. Officer Plum earned multiple awards and commendations during his time with Warrington Township Police Department. He was a friend to many and enjoyed camping, hunting, ATV'ing, spending time on his aunt's farm with family. His greatest pleasure was being with his wife and kids. He was a member of St. Cyril of Jerusalem Parish in Jamison and a former member of St. David Catholic Church in Willow Grove. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 AM on Friday, May 27, 2022, St. Cyril of Jerusalem Church, 1410 Almshouse Road, Jamison, where relatives, friends and members of the law enforcement community will be received from 9:00 – 11:15 AM. Interment will be in Washington Crossing National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Warrington Police Department K-9 Unit, 2330 Lower Barnes Road, Warrington, PA 18976 or to Throw Away Dogs Project (www.ThrowAwayDogsProject.com) A GoFundMe page has been set up to support Officer Plum's family as they navigate their unfathomable loss in the coming days, weeks, months and beyond. Donations can be made via https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-for-officer-stephen-plum-jrs-family?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Donations can also be dropped off at the Warrington Township Police Department's headquarters, located at 2330 Lower Barness Road, Warrington, PA 18976. Checks can be made payable to Nancy Plum. 

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