Terry K. Plantamura passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, February 24, 2024, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loved ones.   She was 70 years old.

Terry is survived by her loving husband of 34 years, Chris Plantamura, and her beloved daughter, Jamie Plantamura, as well as her cherished fur babies, Bruno and Brooks. Terry is predeceased by her parents James Barnum and Carmel Barnum (Tuzzio).

Terry was born in Paris, France to army sergeant, James J. Barnum and Carmel Barnum.  She spent her early years in France, Germany, Kentucky, and Massachusetts before the family settled in Long Branch, NJ.  Terry grew up in Monmouth County and graduated from Long Branch High School in 1972.

On November 10^th 1990, Terry married Chris, a Park Ranger for the County Park systems, and together they raised their daughter Jamie, the light of her life.

Terry had retired just a few years ago, from a 30 year career as a memorial and monument designer for the Long Branch Monument company where she guided countless grieving families through emotionally difficult times with genuine heartfelt kindness and empathy.

Terry was a true nature lover who found beauty in things both big and small, and she had a special love for animals and the outdoors. Passionate about music, always with a song in her heart, she loved to sing and dance, especially to the Rolling Stones. Her sense of style and eye for beauty was to be envied, as evidenced by her stunning wardrobe, her warm and welcoming home, and her lovingly tended gardens. Briefly, Terry was a part-owner of a lovely boutique home store in Little Silver, called La Bon Vie.

Ever the consummate hostess, Terry was known for her fabulous parties over the years, entertaining often and letting her attention to detail really shine.  But mostly, Terry will be remembered for her kind and generous heart, her free spirit, and her unconditional love and devotion to all those fortunate enough to be in her orbit.  She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

The family would Iike to express our gratitude for the wonderful help and care given by VNA Hospice and her nurse Stephanie.

A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for Friday March 1^st at 11:30 am at Mt Carmel Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Terry’s memory may be made to the MCSPCA.  If flowers are insistent, please use Flowers by Van Brunt  located in West End NJ.