Alice Faye Rowell Underwood, 76, of Austin, TX, passed away January 23, 2011.
Alice Faye was born in Columbus, Georgia on February 17, 1934 to Walter C. and Lillian Rowell. She grew up in Columbus, graduated from Baker High School and Perry Business College and was an alumnus of Georgia Southern College. Alice Faye lived in cities other than Columbus, including Austin, TX, but Columbus was always in her heart and was home to her.
Alice Faye was a member of Hamp Stevens United Methodist Church where she met and married Billy B. Underwood. She worked as the church secretary for many years, but also enjoyed being a member of the church where she developed so many wonderful relationships with friends and family.
Alice Faye had several employers, but greatly enjoyed the many years of service working in School Food Services within the Muscogee County School District. She treasured the many friendships that were cultivated while working there.
Alice Faye and Billy B. Underwood, Sr. were married for 46 years. They had two sons, Billy B. Underwood, Jr. and Bruce R. Underwood. Alice Faye cherished her family. Her light shone brightest when she was cooking and spending time with her children, grand-children, and great-grand-children.
Alice Faye's family is grateful for the loving compassion, support, and care received during this difficult time. The family is most thankful to Barbra Brunson and other loyal friends who honored her with their visits, prayers and thoughtfulness. The family would also like to thank the doctors, nurses and caring staff at Seton Hospital in Austin, Texas, and the compassionate staff at the wonderfully peaceful Christopher House of Hospice Austin.
Alice Faye is preceded in death by her husband, Billy B. Underwood, Sr.; her son, Billy B. Underwood, Jr.; and her parents Walter C. and Lillian R. Rowell. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Bruce and Kelley Underwood; and grandchildren Amy and James Fallings, Bryant and Heather Underwood, Jonathan and Jennifer Underwood, Stephanie Underwood, and Alyson Underwood; great-grand-children, McKenzie Rooks, Malachi Rooks, Kaylee Underwood, Garret Underwood, and Abigail Underwood.
Funeral services will be held at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary at 3 p.m., January 29, 2011, Columbus, Georgia. Visitation with family will be January 28, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Striffler-Hamby Mortuary.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice Austin 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite 100, Austin, Texas 78759 or to a charity of your choice.