Richard Joseph Plymate Sr.

Richard Joseph Plymate Sr., 86, of Shelbyville, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Franciscan Hospice House in Indianapolis.

He was born August 27, 1937, in Fairland, the son of Walter and Roberta (Marshall) Plymate. In December of 1957, he married Evelyn “Jo” Griffin, and she preceded him in death on February 1, 1985. He married Andrea J. Corpe in February of 1993, and she survives.

In addition to Andrea, Richard is survived by his daughter, Pamela R. Williamson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; son, Richard Plymate, Jr. of Shelbyville; step-daughter, Lisa McDonald of Fortville; step-sons, Timothy Sweet of Shelbyville, Christopher Sweet and wife, Brenda, of New Palestine, and Kenneth Sweet and wife, Jing WA, of Taiwan; sisters, Mary DePrez, Patricia Martin, Linda Wilson and Sharon Russell; brothers, Robert Plymate and Charles Plymate; grandchildren, Daniel Williamson and wife, Ashley, and Derrick Williamson and wife, Vanessa; step-grandchildren, Jennifer Batton and husband, Mark, Ani Smith and husband, Andrew, Cynthia McDonald, Thomas McDonald and wife, Brittany, Austin Sweet and wife, Natalie, and Duncan Sweet; great-grandchildren, Grace, Charlotte and Lucas; step-great-grandchildren, Virginia, Dorothy, Abigail, Parker and Hudson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to Jo, Richard was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Carolyn Randolph, Betty Plymate and Nancy Plymate; and brothers, James Plymate and Walter F. “Shorty” Plymate.

Richard graduated from Fairland High School and he enjoyed attending the alumni banquets.

He retired in 1991, from Ford Motor Company Assembly Plant, with 34 years of service. After retirement, he worked in security for Hillenbrand Industries at Jawacdah Farms, for 20 years.

Richard enjoyed watching NASCAR and sporting events, reading the newspaper and traveling.

A Gathering of Friends and Family will be from 5 to 7 pm, Monday, July 15, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.

A Celebration of Richard’s life will be at 10 am, Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at the funeral home.

Inurnment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville.

Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice of charity.

Online condolences may be shared with Richard’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.