Mamie Estell Underwood

Mamie Estelle Underwood, was born to Lawyer Freeman and Orzola Dudley on November 18, 1924. She began her journey on July 9, 2011. Mamie is now with her Savior. Preceding her in death was her loving husband, Cleo Underwood Sr.; father, Lawyer Freeman; mother, Orzola Dudley; and her brother, William Freeman.

Mamie was educated in Des Moines Public Schools and was employed by Continental Western for 15 years. She truly admired and loved both of her sons. Mamie enjoyed being around family and friends and always welcomed company. She loved to talk and listen. Mamie was a caring, loving and giving mother, grandmother, aunt and friend and will be truly missed by all.

She leaves to cherish her memory her beloved sons, Cleo Underwood Jr., Herbie Underwood and Kenny Miller all of West Des Moines; brother, Eugene Freeman of Los Angeles; sister, Shirley Ramirez of West Des Moines; many loving grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 15, 2011 at Faith Tabernacle Church, 131 9th St. in West Des Moines followed by burial at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Mamie.

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