Michael K. Underwood Sr.

He was born on January 22, 1949 in New Hampshire to the late Irene (LaBrie) and Karl F. “Gubby” Underwood. He attended Monadnock Regional High School and graduated with the Class of 1967.

Following high school, Mike enlisted in the United States Navy. He proudly served his country from 1968 to 1974 and received an honorable discharge.

He attended Keene State College where he graduated in 1977 with an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Mike had been a long time employee of Kingsbury as a Senior Assembler until their closing. He was an active member of the American Legion Post #4 and the Italian Club.

Mike enjoyed doing home improvement and was respected amongst his loved ones as the foreman of family projects. He was an avid NASCAR fan and never gave up the opportunity for a good game of cribbage or cards. Mike cherished time outdoors fishing and boating. He always held a strong sense of independence.

Mike will be dearly missed by his children: Melissa Alexander and her fiancé Ryan Watterson of Swanzey, Rebecca Jarvis and her husband Joshua of Swanzey, Michael Underwood and his significant other Paige Gesick of Swanzey, and Erik Underwood of Keene; grandchildren: Nicholas Alexander, Christopher Alexander, Zacharie Jarvis, Cole Jarvis, Ethan Jarvis, Kristina Kyle, and Quinn Underwood; siblings: Frank Underwood and his wife Linda of Berwick, ME, Ann Wheeler of Putney, VT, and Tom Underwood and his wife Pam of Stoddard; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.

A graveside service at Mt. View Cemetery in Swanzey will be announced in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Michael K. Underwood, Sr.’s name to the American Legion Post #4 Baseball Program, 797 Court Street, Keene, NH 03431.