Bensalem Resident and Philadelphia Native Lisa Plunkett Dies at 61
BENSALEM, Pennsylvania — The Bucks County and Philadelphia communities are mourning the passing of Lisa Plunkett, 61, who died on Saturday, September 12, 2026. As reported in regional Southeastern Pennsylvania community notices, including coverage monitored by the Bucks County Courier Times, family members and lifelong friends are honoring her memory and devotion to her family.
BENSALEM, Pennsylvania — The Bucks County and Philadelphia communities are mourning the passing of Lisa Plunkett, 61, who died on Saturday, September 12, 2026. As reported in regional Southeastern Pennsylvania community notices, including coverage monitored by the Bucks County Courier Times, family members and lifelong friends are honoring her memory and devotion to her family.
Early Life and Community Roots
Raised in Philadelphia, Ms. Plunkett graduated from Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls before eventually relocating to nearby Bensalem Township, where she remained a longtime resident. Throughout her life, she was known by neighbors and friends for her dedication to her household, her warm personality, and her active presence within her local neighborhood.
Education: Graduate of Little Flower Catholic High School for Girls in Philadelphia.
Residency: Longtime resident of Bensalem Township, Bucks County, PA.
Surviving Family
Ms. Plunkett is survived by her husband; her two sons; her brother; and extended family members across the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Memorial Services
Formal details regarding visitation hours, funeral mass schedules, and family-designated memorial options have been finalized through family funeral arrangements. Further updates regarding public services will be shared through verified local obituary listings.
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