Boise, Idaho
William George Plueckhahn
1927 — 2024
William "Bill" George Plueckhahn, 96, passed away on January 31, 2024 after a long illness. He was born in Carmine, Texas, the only child of William and Katherine Plueckhahn. Bill grew up in Carmine, Texas, graduating from La Grange High School in 1944 where he lettered in football and basketball. He was active in the Boy Scouts of America, achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, and was a member of the Order of the Arrow, Scouting Honor Society. Following high school, he enrolled at Baylor University. World War II would interrupt his education and Bill enlisted in the US Coast Guard. He served aboard the USS General Meigs throughout the war. His tour of duty encompassed three theatres of war:...