Fletcher Lewis Underwood

Fletcher Lewis Underwood, age 71 of Opelika, entered his Heavenly home from Arbor Springs Health and Rehab, on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Fletcher and his identical twin brother, Mitchell Lane Underwood, were born on December 15, 1952, to Dorothy Mitchell Underwood and John Lewis Underwood in Valley, AL. He graduated from Valley High School in 1971, Southern Union State Community College in 1973, and Auburn University in 1975 with a degree in Business and Personnel Management.

He was employed for many years as a Human Resources Director in the Valley and Atlanta areas. He moved to Opelika several years ago to be near to his brother and other family members.

Fletcher was predeceased by his parents, Lewis and Dot Underwood, as well as his brother, Mitchell. He is survived by his daughter, Chloe', of Tallapoosa, GA, his sister-in-law, Lynda Underwood (Mitchell) of Opelika, his niece, Amy Underwood Spain (Jim) of Opelika, and several cousins. He was very active at Central Baptist Church of Opelika, where he served as a deacon. Fletcher loved his Lord and definitely had a servant's heart for helping others. He was much loved by his neighbors, friends, and family, and will be sadly missed. His health had declined in the past several months, and he deeply longed to be released from his pain and suffering. We now rejoice with him that his prayers were answered, and he is finally at peace in Heaven.

A memorial Homegoing Celebration will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at Central Baptist Church, 1611 Second Avenue, Opelika, AL 36801. Visitation with the family will be at 10:00 AM CDST, and the memorial service will begin at 11:00 AM CDST. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in memory of Fletcher to Central Baptist Church at the above address.