Todd Plumhoff

Jul 31, 1968 -

Oct 8, 2025

Todd Charles Plumhoff, 57, of Anchorage, Alaska, passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 8, 2025.

Todd was born on July 31, 1968, in Welcome, Minn., to Barbara and Russell Plumhoff. After graduating from high school, he attended Bemidji State University, where he met the love of his life, Zan. In true Todd fashion, he followed his heart all the way to Anchorage in 1992 and never looked back. The two were married on July 5, 1996, and built a beautiful life together, raising their two children, Cooper and Reilly.

Todd was known for his infectious smile, booming laugh and easygoing spirit, earning him the college nickname "Sporto" because he was always sporting a smile. He had a presence that filled every room and a laugh that could light up even the toughest day. Todd never met a stranger, he could talk to anyone and everyone, and within minutes, they felt like old friends. He was loved by so many, and his warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on everyone who crossed his path.

He found joy in the simple things: fishing, golfing, cheering on his kids and spending time with family and friends. Todd especially loved volleyball. He spent his last evening at a Dimond volleyball game with Zan, where he gave the team a pep talk and caught a ball from a player. Everyone knew when Todd was there, because you could hear his voice above everyone else's.

Todd lived by the words "Positivity is powerful," a motto he carried throughout his glioblastoma diagnosis. Given the worst possible diagnosis, he chose to keep living his life to the fullest. His unwavering optimism, humor and strength touched everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, Zan; children, Cooper and Reilly; son-in-law, Konaa; parents, Barb and Russ; brothers, Jim and wife Amy, and Tim; in-laws, Mike and Tuney Zoske; and many extended family members and friends who loved him dearly.

A celebration of Todd's life, a true Sporto-style sendoff, will be held, per his wishes, with a kegger.

Todd will be remembered for his contagious smile, his laughter and his belief that, even in hard times, positivity has power. He would want everyone to carry that same spirit forward—to live with kindness, joy and the reminder that positivity is powerful.

He will be deeply missed and forever loved.