Sadly, Joshua Plante, owner of The Fermented Pig and inhabitant of Vienna, Virginia, passed suddenly. A statement stating, “Dear TFP friends, it is with deep sadness that we share that our founder, Joshua Plante, has passed away,” was posted on the Fermented Pig Facebook page announcing his death. He was a valued member of the larger Vienna community, an enthusiastic leader, and a well-liked mentor.
His family requests privacy during this extremely trying time and thanks you for your kind thoughts and prayers. TFP will remain closed for the foreseeable future. Vienna, Virginia’s The Fermented Pig was owned by Joshua Plante. The family-run business has been offering charcuterie, bacon, sausage, and handcrafted meats at neighborhood farmers’ markets and online since 2018. Plante ran his own business in Vienna and served as executive chef at Ovations’ The Fermented Pig in Wolf Trap.
He’s been serving picnic boxes and farm-to-table buffet fare to concertgoers. He was a good man, a cheerleader, and a fantastic friend. His eyes would brighten with delight when his girls were by his side. Wonderful in character, Joshua was always willing to lend a helping hand to others. He had the utmost affection for his family. He was generous to a stranger and had the warmest heart and brightest smile.
“The Town of Lovettsville and Lovettsville Oktoberfest send our condolences on the passing of Joshua Plante, Founder of The Fermented Pig,” said a social media message from Lovettsville Oktoberfest expressing their sorrow. We appreciate Joshua and his team’s contributions to Lovettsville Oktoberfest; The Fermented Pig has been a vendor for many years. Additionally, Lovettsville Oktoberfest commented, “We at Lovettsville Town extend our warmest regards to the Fermented Pig and Joshua’s family.” He will be sorely missed. The family will make the Joshua Plante obituary and funeral plans public at a later time.
