Aaron Clyde Plummer

Aaron's Eulogy:

Aaron Plummer was a gentle man. He was quick to smile and emphasize his happiness with his own inimitable laugh. He did not dwell on sadness choosing to turn his focus to compassion. He made others' feelings his first priority over his own needs. His heart was big enough to worry about children, elderly people and defenseless people. He cared so much for his family and friends, he put their needs ahead of his own. Not only was he a friend to many, but a mentor for those with troubled lives, who if not for Aaron may have chosen a different road. His big heart could only hold so much caring, worry, sadness and most of all compassion. We all owe heartfelt thanks to Aaron's parents, Toni & Clyde, for the beautiful, priceless gift they gave the world and share with us. We thank God for allowing Aaron to bless our lives. And we also thank God for giving Aaron a place in Heaven where he has no more pain or anxiety and will remain a guardian angel for us all.
We love you Aaron....

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Aaron with his dad, Clyde

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I shall pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do, or any kindness that I can do, let me do it now. Let me not defer nor neglect it. For I shall never pass this way again. -Author unknown

Aaron gained much from his practice of the martial arts. Here Aaron is pictured with his parents, Clyde and Toni, as he receives his black belt.

The Meaning of the PATCA/PTK Wrist Band and Ranking System

1st Knot: Represents when you were born. The Bible says God loves you and offers an abundant and eternal plan for your life. This 1st knot also represents your first contact with our "Family".
Black: Darkness in the Bible always symbolizes the sin of man. Because of our sin, we are separated from God and cannot experience the abundant life God gives. Black also represents that your eyes are closed and you do not see the truth. It also symbolizes like sin, your techniques and motions are not pure. Any martial artists that looks back on their journey will understand these last two statements.
Red: The red bead reminds us of the blood Jesus shed on the cross to pay the penalty for our sins. The red also represents the blood and sweat we must shed to perfect our art so we do not stay in darkness.
White: Represents the forgiveness and cleansing that occurs in the life of a person who receives Jesus as Savior and Lord. When you have been cleansed you become pure. Through diligent practice and faith in your teacher your techniques become pure, without hate or malice, pure self protection.
Blue: Symbolizes the public profession of our faith (Baptism). Represents the water that nurtures all growth on the earth. Dedication and love of the art.
Green: Reminds us of the spiritual growth which occurs in the believer's life as he reads the Bible, spends time in prayer, becomes active in a local church, and shares with others about Jesus. This also represents your growth in the art. The leaves of a tree turn green with proper care.
Gold: Represents Heaven and the glory we will share with Christ forever. This also represents that you should treat our knowledge like gold. Like a piece of gold never changes, it stays the same and remains with you just like your training. Unlike copper or brass that shines like gold, these will tarnish over time, where gold always shines bright.
Purple: Represents the robes of Christ. Once we pass the gates of heaven we will share in his glory forever. When we exit our Golden gates we become teachers and pass on the art to another generation. We must strive to be Christ-like and pass on this knowledge to deserving people that will not abuse it.
Last knot: This knot symbolizes the end of life when every person will stand before God. This knot also represents the passing of our knowledge on to the next generation so that our art will live on for generations to come.