Steve Plumley, of Enfield, N.H., weeds the bushes outside of Community Lutheran Church ahead of a friend’s upcoming funeral in Enfield, N.H., on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2025. Plumley suffered a debilitating stroke about 16 years ago and said he appreciates the ability to give back to the community after years of working to regain his health. (Valley News – Alex Driehaus)

Steve Plumley, of Enfield, weeds the bushes outside of Community Lutheran Church in Enfield ahead of a friend’s upcoming funeral, on Saturday, Oct. 3.

Plumley suffered a debilitating stroke about 16 years ago and said he appreciates the ability to give back to the community after years of working to regain his health.

Alex Driehaus is a staff photographer at the Valley News. She can be reached at adriehaus@vnews.com and (603) 727-3304.