James Porter Underwood's Obituary
James Porter Underwood, 86, peacefully passed away September 25, 2023, in Tucson, Arizona. James was born July 11, 1937, in Centerville, Iowa, the only child of Duane Daryl Underwood and Mary Leonora Baughman. After graduating from Centerville High School, where he was reknowned for his drumming in the marching band, he married Roma Arlene Foster of Centerville, Iowa. From this union, a daughter, Denise Diane Underwood was born. James and his family lived in the Kansas City area for many years. James earned a B.S. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Kansas. He was the Manager of Industrial and Engineering Maintenance with Mobay and Bayer. After his retirement, James and Roma traveled the country in their RV and created many lifelong friendships. James was preceded in death by his wife, Roma, and daughter, Denise. James will be remembered for his fondness of bib overalls and devotion to the Kansas City Chiefs.
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