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Dr. David Charles Underwood, 67, passed away from a rare genetic disease called "Huntington's Disease", on Friday, July 19, 2024 at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital with his life partner at his side.
He was born on Oct. 21, 1956 in Olewine, IA to the late Charles and Helen (Amundsen) Underwood.
He is survived by one sister, Ann Albright and her husband, Tom of Arlington, Va. He is also survived by his life partner, Carol Carp, and his stepchildren: Bernie Mank, John Mank Mike Best, Eric Best, Matthew Best and Christa Best. He was in the process of adopting Emilia, Alanna, and Jacob.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Underwood.
He graduated from the University of Iowa as Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Walter Reed Army Hospital. Prior to this, Dave served as a Colonel in the second Gulf War.
Dave experienced much in his life and had fascinating stories to tell, but he often said that becoming a dad so late in life gave him his greatest joy. Hearing the three youngest children call him "daddy"" put a huge smile on his face even when Huntington's Disease stole his ability to speak. In fact, he awoke with a smile on his face every morning and greeted all of his children and step-children with positivity and love.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Henderson-Bohn Funeral Home, 55 N. Main Street, Reedsville, PA, with an honor guard present.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to: Perry County Children and Youth, 112 Centre Drive, New Bloomfield, PA 17068, with love and gratitude in bringing the youngest children into our lives and for fulfilling David's dream of being a dad.
Arrangements are under the care of Henderson-Bohn Funeral Home, 55 N. Main Street, Reedsville, PA 17084. Online condolences can be made at: www.bohnfuneralhome.com.