Greg L Plugge, 62, of Columbus, NE, passed away on March 1st, 2026, due to heart failure. He passed away 3 weeks before what would have been his 63rd birthday.

A service and Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, March 6th, starting at 4 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Columbus, NE. We invite Greg's family and friends to join us in remembering and celebrating his life.

Born on March 23rd, 1963, in Omaha, NE. Greg was a beloved son, father, brother, and friend. He touched the lives of many with his profound sense of humor and warmth. Greg was a generous friend and possessed an uncanny ability to connect with just about anyone. Greg graduated from Columbus High School.

Greg is survived by his sister Julie (Prochaska) Phares of Estes Park CO. His children: Justin Plugge of Grand Island, NE, Brandy Mae Plugge of David City, Joseph Plugge of Omaha, NE, Jacob Plugge of Richland, NE, and Logan Plugge. Grandchildren: Alexander Tabbytosavit and Aiyanna Lynn Hill.

Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Dale L Plugge and Betty (White) Plugge, both from Columbus, NE, nephew George Michael Prochaska, and niece Kathrina Joe Prochaska. Aunt & Uncle Alfreda and Cliff Schroeder of Columbus, NE, and Aunt Nandin Plugge of Albuquerque, New Mexico.