WYE MILLS, Md. - George A. Pletzer, 79, of Wye Mills, Md., died Aug. 26, 2011, in Anchorage Nursing Home, Salisbury, Md. Mr. Pletzer was born on Oct. 21, 1931, in Rock Hall, son of the late Albert A. and Catherine Ashley Pletzer. In 1950, he moved to Chestertown, where he worked for Reichold Chemical for 43 years. He enjoyed working as a waterman. He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Christine Dolores Jamar Pletzer in 2009; a son, George Pletzer Jr.; and two grandsons, Marcus Pletzer, and Lucas B. Pletzer. Mr. Pletzer is survived by three sons, Robert Pletzer (Robin) of Seaford, Paul Pletzer (Donna) of Wye Mills, Md., and Dan Pletzer (Robin) of Chestertown, Md.; two sisters, Adelaide Bruno and June Zonio, both of Baltimore, Md.; six grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 3, in the Galena Funeral Home of Stephen L. Schaech, 118 W. Cross St., Galena, where friend may call one hour prior. Burial will be held privately. www.galenafuneralhomeofsls.com