Birth date: Aug 25, 1944 Death date: Sep 22, 2025
Alvin Plummer, 81, of Columbia, MO, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, at the Boone Hospital Center. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Christian Fellowship School in Columbia, Mis Read Obituary
I met Mr. Plummer through my my awesome/Godly parents Sylvester & Matilda Pulley. We. all worked together through the church, NAACP and MO Commission on Human Rights solving cases related to discrimination. Mr. Al Plummer visited my hometown of Malden, Mo as a speaker for the Malden-Parma NAACP’s Annual Banquet plus speaking with the community. When I moved to Rolla and years later I became the Founder of the Rolla Area Phelps County NAACP Branch he was one of our biggest supporters. He was a fearless leader for civil rights, a good husband to Sheila (a wonderful WOG), father, grandfather, friend and community leader. I remember when he rededicated his life to Jesus Christ and became more involved in the church ministry. Grateful to have met him, your family and learned so much from him. The Pulley family sends their condolences 💐 and Prayers to you all as Alvin continues to rest in the Arms of Jesus Christ! John 14. Yet Praying Elder Mary Ann Pulley
On behalf of the Commission and staff of the Missouri Commission on Human Rights (MCHR), I want to express our deepest sympathies for the passing of our brother and friend, Alvin “Al” Plummer.
Al worked for the Missouri Commission on Human Rights for 24 years and served as the Executive Director for 19 years, making him the longest-serving leader in agency history.
I had the distinct pleasure of working alongside Al as he passed the torch over a morning coffee break, where he regularly shared stories and life lessons. I witnessed a rare blend of humility, integrity, kindness, and a commitment to servant leadership. He served the people of Missouri exceptionally well, demonstrating a passionate commitment to protecting civil rights for all, and making our state a better place to live and work.
On behalf of the Commissioners and staff of the Missouri Commission on Human Rights, I offer my sincere condolences to Sheila, the entire Plummer family, and everyone who holds his memory close. We honor his remarkable legacy and commit to promoting human rights for all. He will be missed.
Dr. Alisa Warren
MCHR, Executive Director
We will always remember Mr. Plummer for his executive leadership and courteous manner as a gentleman. We will miss such a statesman and man of God . Our prayers and condolences to the family. May God grant you peace, comfort, and strength through this journey!
Rev. Carl and Myra D, Lewis
Karl and Daisy Washington
