Howard Armstead Underwood
August 21, 1947-July 31, 2019
Howard Armstead Underwood, 71, lovingly known as “Bubba Dee” departed this life on Wednesday, July 31 2019.
Howard was born on August 21, 1947 to the late Junius A. Underwood and Helen Boyd Underwood.
He was preceded in death by his Father, Junius Underwood; brother Robert Underwood; sister Antoinette Mitchell; and brother Junius Underwood, Jr.
As a child, he attended Richmond Public Schools, a graduate of Maggie L. Walker High School. He served in the United States Air Force stationed in Germany. After the Air Force he attended John Tyler College.
He was co-owner of The Bandbox record store, owner of Oji Fashions and an employee of the United States Postal Service.
Howard is survived by his Mother; Helen Underwood, Daughter; Tracy Underwood, Sister; Linda Underwood, Brother; Charles Underwood. 4 Grandchildren; Jabari, Brandi, LaKeyia and Jasmine, 8 great Grandchildren, a host of Nephews, one devoted Argentine Mitchell (Rashida), Nieces, Aunts and Cousins and many devoted friends, among them, Brenda Gordon-Jackson, Brother Mwaalkebu-lan Akil
Zorro Roberts and Sabrina Johnson.
A memorial service will be held 10 am, Saturday August 10, 2019 at March Funeral Home 2110 E. Laburnum Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222.
Hey Dad, I just wanted to stop by and let you know we love you and miss you dearly already 🙂 Grand daughter number 3 here ! Kisses and Hugs!
My Dear Brother, your inspiring talks will not be forgotten. Anyone who met you could not forget your brilliant smile. We ALL are BLESSED to have had YOU in OUR LIFE.
LOVE YOU and I KNOW YOU ARE LOOKING DOWN ON US SMILING…THANK YOU LORD FOR MY BROTHER ..R I P.. BROTHER R. I. P
Another celestial star has ascended; quiet and bright. Giving thanks for your calm yet warrior Spirit. You are loved and will be missed.
An Elder of Elders. When you enter a room, you bring with you a wealth of wisdom with. You will be missed, you will be remembered, you are loved.
Brother Kindu
Love you Dad, gonna Miss Talking too You ❤️