Maxwell Plummer Remembered As A Gifted Mathematics Scholar, Beloved Family Member, And Cherished Friend After Passing At 26
Maxwell Plummer died at age 26 during the week of September 7, 2026, leaving a wide community grieving a thoughtful scholar and friend.
Maxwell grew up in South Jordan, Utah, graduated from the University of Utah, and moved to Houston to pursue a PhD in mathematics at Rice University.
As a fifth-year PhD candidate, Maxwell studied geometric topology and geometric group theory, published research last year, presented at several conferences, and hoped to become a tenure-track professor.
Maxwell loved board games, creative worlds, tutoring, conferences, and time with family, and many remembered the warmth, wit, curiosity, and kindness Maxwell brought into shared spaces.
A memorial service will honor Maxwell on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the LDS Church Grandville Building, 11677 South Grandville Avenue, South Jordan, UT 84009.
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