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John W. Underwood, 64

July 16, 2018

John W. Underwood, 64, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, July 16, 2018 at home with his loving family by his side. Born in Lancaster, PA he was the son of the James H Underwood, Sr. and Mary V. (Cooper) Underwood.
John was a graduate of J.P. McCaskey High School. He was a long-time member of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Lancaster. He enjoyed riding his bike and attending High School sporting events.
John is survived by his siblings: Minnie McMorris, Marzella Underwood, James H. Underwood, Jr., Joseph Underwood all of Lancaster; nieces: Angela Freed and Jennifer McMorris; nephews: Corey Underwood, Terence Underwood and Josue Underwood as well as several great nieces and nephews and many extended family members, all of whom he adored. He is preceded in death by his sister Mary Ann Underwood.
Friends and Family will be received on Friday, July 20, 2018 from 6:00PM to 8:00PM at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Crematory, 414 E. King Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. A Home Going Service will be held be held Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 12 Noon, at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 701 N. Lime Street, Lancaster, PA 17602. Prior to the Service, guests will be received at the church from 11:00AM – 12:00PM. Interment will follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery.

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February 11, 2019

I continue to go McCaskey’s football and basketball games, but I miss my great riding companion Brother Johnny. For the past 8 years we went together to as many games as we could! Johnny, who had an attitude of grattitue every game, would thank me all way home every game! “Brother Frank, this is best trip I’ve ever been on” he’d say almost every game! We truly had a marvelous ride together everytime listening to the Oak Rige Boys and the Statler brothers in the van as we’d celebrate love and life and being a McCaskey Tornado! I truly miss my great brother Johnny! I rest assured that someday once again we will be riding together once again up yonder watching our boys in red and black! Thank you Brother Johnny!

July 21, 2018

We send our condolences to the Underwood family for the passing of Johnny.  He overcame so much to live a life of kindness and grace.  His funeral was moving.  As his pastor said he is now dining with the King.  May his memory be eternal.  Niko Veronis and the Veronis family

July 21, 2018

Dear Jim and family,
you are in my prayers.  May our Fathers love surround and hold you close.    I am  so sorry for your loss. I know how deeply you love John.
Sincerely,
Debbie Zimmerman  

July 20, 2018

My condolences to the family from the Williams family of Locust Street. May you be at peace and your family rest easy knowing you are now in the loving hands of GOD. 
S.I.P Johnny! 
(Bobby, Lonnie, Art, Vennie, Tyrone, Hammy, Rochelle, Joey Williams and our families) 

July 20, 2018

We will miss Mr Underwood and his sports updates on Sunday afternoons. I coached Youth Football for years at Manheim Township and Mr. Underwood was always at the games encouraging our boys and giving Football and Baseball score updates from his radio. All the coaches and boys loved him. He will be missed. 

July 20, 2018

My condolences to the Underwood family.

July 20, 2018

I have known Johnny for many years he was a good man always helping others may his soul rest in peace he will be missed I will keep praying for the family RIP JOHNNY cause you’re home now

July 19, 2018

Our prayers and condolences are with you and your family. We remember “Johnnie”, riding his bike, seeing him downtown, or at Park City, just out and about. He always had a kind word to say, always positive in heart. The point is, he is enjoyed his life to the fullest, we’ve always admired him for that!! Live every day, your not guaranteed the next. Every blessing to your family, and may he Rest In Paradise. 
Sincerely,
The Williams Family (JoAnna, Charmaine, “Cissy” (RIP), Jennifer Ann, and Charles Jr. “Ducky”)

July 18, 2018

My condolences to the Underwood family. Johnny will truly be missed by all who knew him.I will always remember when I would bump into him, he would always say troublefield, and keep long conversation with me it was hard to get away sometimes. He will be missed.                                                                                       
                                                    Marie Troublefield

July 18, 2018

To Jimmy & also Minnie,
Condolances & prayers to you  & your  whole family.
 
Shalom , Linda E [Barlieb ] Swearingen
 

July 18, 2018

I remember John fondly from his visits to the Park City Apple store. So sorry to hear of his passing; sending my condolences to his friends and loved ones.
—Eva R.

July 18, 2018

My condolences to the Underwood family. I new John from McCaskey, we were in the same graduation class.  

July 18, 2018

Dear Minnie and Family,
  I’m sorry to hear of your brother’s death. I worked with you and Mary at Donnelly back in the 70’s. I think of Mary from time to time and will never forget her and little Cory.
  My sympathy to all,
Scott Shopf, Fond Du Lac, WI

July 18, 2018

Rest well brother. We go back many years we are all family ,My condolences to the family!

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