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Phillip Wayne Underwood, 65, of Huntsville; passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, at Washington Regional Medical Center, Fayetteville. He was born Tuesday, December 24, 1957, in Ryan, Oklahoma; to J.D. and Nora Jo Bell Underwood. Phillip married Linda Kay Davidson on Saturday, June 8, 1985, at Altus, Oklahoma; and together they were parents to one daughter, Megan Jo Rodriguez. He was employed by the Benchmark Group, Inc. as a mechanical designer. Additionally, he held a respected role as an elder in the Aurora Church of Christ. His passions included tending to his garden, actively participating in church activities, delving into the teachings of the Bible, sharing his wisdom through preaching, and relishing the company of his church family. Affectionately known as "Papa," he showered his grandchildren with love and warmth. With a quick wit, he delighted in making people laugh and creating memorable moments of shared happiness. Phillip was preceded in death by his parents, J.D. and Nora Underwood; one brother, David Underwood; one brother-in-law, Dewayne Dewbre; and one sister-in-law, Peggy Underwood. He is survived by his wife, Linda Underwood, of the home; his daughter and son-in-law, Megan Jo and Randy Rodriguez, of Huntsville; two grandchildren, Rosa Rodriguez, and River Rodriguez. Phillip is also survived by two brothers, Scott Underwood, of Alex, Oklahoma; and Dennis Underwood; of Ryan, Oklahoma; two sisters, Lynn Dewbre, and Merrianne Underwood; and one sister-in-law, Sheilah Underwood, all of Ryan, Oklahoma. The family will receive friends 5:00 PM-7:00 PM, Thursday, December 14, 2023, at Brashears Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, December 15, 2023, at Aurora Church of Christ with Lee Adair officiating. Pallbearers will be Cody Broccard, Todd Franklin, Carl Stewart, Alan Broccard, Josh Lunsford, Jerry Weathers, Lynn Jackson, and Robert Jackson. Interment will immediately follow services at Aurora Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Phillip's name may be made to www.cofcindia.com and www.cofcnigeria.com. Services are entrusted to Brashears Funeral Home and Crematory of Huntsville.

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Phillip Underwood

December 24, 1957 - December 11, 2023