Choiseul Mourns the Loss of Leo Plummer — A True Community Pillar

Choiseul woke up today a little heavier.

The passing of Leo Plummer has left a deep void — not just in his family, but across a community that benefited for decades from his quiet strength, steady guidance, and unwavering commitment to service.

Leo Plummer was one of those rare individuals whose impact stretched across public service, sports, music, and community leadership. He was not a man who sought attention, but one whose presence was always felt — on the sidelines, in meetings, in conversations, and in moments when guidance was needed most.

A Life of Service

Professionally, Leo Plummer served Saint Lucia in public health, where he dedicated his working years to safeguarding the wellbeing of others. Public health work is often unseen, but it is vital — protecting communities, strengthening systems, and ensuring that prevention remains at the heart of national development. It was in this field that Leo eventually retired, leaving behind a record of service built on responsibility and care.

Beyond his professional career, Leo remained deeply involved in community life. He served on the Village Council, contributing to local decision-making and community development at the grassroots level. His commitment to Choiseul was practical, personal, and consistent.

A Champion for Sports and Youth

Leo Plummer’s love for sports — especially football — was well known. He believed in the power of sports to shape discipline, confidence, and unity. He stood with teams through challenges, encouraged players through setbacks, and always looked for the positive, even when negativity threatened to overshadow progress.

That influence was captured powerfully in a tribute shared by Chermalyn, who wrote:

“An Advisor!
Man had full confidence in me.
When it came to Choiseul football he was around the negatives and brought off the positive.
I've never shared tears over someone who isn’t family but tonight I grieve a community man 🕊.”

Those words speak volumes. Leo was not just a supporter — he was an advisor, a believer, and a stabilising force.

Music, Culture, and Community

Leo’s connection to music and culture added another layer to his community presence. Music in Choiseul is more than sound — it is expression, memory, and identity. Leo understood that, and he supported cultural spaces with the same passion he gave to sports and service.

A Family’s Pain, A Community’s Grief

Drè

Perhaps the most heartbreaking moment in this loss comes from the innocence of his 12-year-old grandson, Udanie “Dre” Peter. Over the weekend, Dre learned that his grandfather had been hospitalised. His simple, profound words — “I want to go and see him at hospital” — now echo with sorrow, as he mourns the passing of a grandfather he clearly loved deeply.

It is a reminder that behind every community figure is a family grieving privately, even as the wider community mourns publicly.

A Legacy That Lives On

Leo Plummer’s life reminds us that true impact is not measured in titles alone, but in people touched, guidance given, and communities strengthened.

He was:

• A public servant
• A sports mentor
• A cultural supporter
• A village leader
• A family man
• A community pillar

Choiseul has lost one of its quiet giants. His voice, presence, and counsel will be missed — but his legacy will continue to live on in the institutions he served, the players he encouraged, the young people he advised, and the family he loved.

Rest in Peace, Leo Plummer.
Choiseul will surely miss you. 🕊️

— Choiseul on the Move