George E. Underwood, 79, of Delmar, MD died Sunday, November 9, 2014 at Alice B. Tawes Nursing Home, Crisfield, surrounded by his family. Born in Neptune, NJ, he was the son of the late Charles Thomas and Gladys Meek Underwood.
George grew up in New Canaan, CT and spent his summers in Metedeconk, NJ at the family home. In 1950, his family moved to an 85-acre farm in Whitehaven, MD where he loved riding his horse, Newsboy and boating on the Wicomico River.
George graduated from Wicomico High School in 1952, served two years in the United States Army and had a 17-year career with Wayne Pump Company (Dresser). He later worked for John Roane, Inc. as the company’s comptroller and several other companies in various capacities, retiring from Evans Builders, Inc.
George loved the water, especially sailing with his sons on his boat “Wanderer” and vacationing with his family in Ocean City and the Outer Banks. He loved music, playing the piano and trombone, and spending time with close friends.
George is survived by his wife, Karen Shockley; two sons, Bruce Underwood (Claudia) of Onancock, VA and Tom Underwood (Cindy) of Chattanooga, TN and their mother, Barbara C. Underwood of Salisbury; two grandchildren, Colton and Quinn Underwood; step grandchildren, Travis, Kelly, and Kyle Fulk; brother, Tom Underwood (Wendy) of Solomons, MD; sister, Dolly Reinhardt of Fallston, MD; half-sister, Polly Nevins of Salt Lake City, UT; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Ruth Thomas, and two half-sisters, Virginia Goss and Caroline Ohlson.
A memorial service will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Bounds Funeral Home, 705 E. Main Street, Salisbury where friends may call one hour prior to the service. Pastor Steve Willing will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Whitehaven Heritage Association, C/O Wendy Thompson, 2705 Church St., Quantico, MD 21856; Maryland Food Bank, 28500 Owens Branch Rd, Salisbury, MD 21801, or the charity of your choice.
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