Arthur M. (Doc) Underwood

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A candle was lit by Doreen Silva, Groton, NY on June 7, 2017 1:56 PM

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I'm so very sorry to hear of Doc Underwood's passing. He has been a friend to us and our pets for many years and will be missed dearly. Hugs to his family.

A candle was lit by Doreen Silva on June 7, 2017 1:53 PM

Message from Lynn & Judy Lepak

Phyllis we are so sorry for your loss. Take care.

Message from Dodie Rowlands

Doc was a fine man and a good friend to all whether 2-legged or 4-legged. He will be missed.

A candle was lit by Pam Costley - Groton NY on May 2, 2017 1:08 PM

Message from Roger Homan

Doc used to come to our house and take care of my grandfathers and Moms horses,I used to go to him for all my dogs he was a great Vet and always made you feel good about leaving any animal with him.

Message from Claudia Montague Wheatley

"Doc" Underwood was my family's vet from 1967 until the 1990s, when my mom said "That's it: No more pets." He was always gentle and kind with patients and owners alike, no matter how distraught the owners were upon arrival. We thought of him as the American James Herriot.

I worked for the Cornell vet college until recently and asked about him once; they told me he "had to" give up the large animal practice in his 80s but was still seeing dogs, cats and other small animals! Rest in peace, Doc--you've more than earned it.

Message from Dr Erin Cook

The world lost a great man and a great veterinarian. I'm sad to say I haven't seen him in years, but he always helped me when I was a kid and took whatever random sick animal to him. He was definitely one of my idols and inspirations to become a vet.

Message from Carol Clark Handville

Phyllis and family - so sorry for your loss. God Bless.

Message from Bill Clark

I have so many good memories of visits to King Ferry and the Underwood Farm as I was growing up. In later years, reunions in King Ferry were special times. Art took a genuine interest in people. He always asked about our work and children, and then would carefully listen and respond with thoughtful follow up questions. May the Lord give grace and comfort to his wife, children, and all those grieving from his loss.

A candle was lit by The spearing family on April 30, 2017 9:53 PM

Message from linda russell

my thoughts and prayers are with your beautiful family.remembering all the trips down to kings ferry - stories with each one

Message from Loretta Malin

I am filled with a great sadness to hear of the passing of Doc. He cared for many of my animals over the years...always with the utmost compassion and love. To me and my "kids" he was our hero. His kindness and caring will never be forgotten. My condolences to his family and to all those who knew and loved him. There are some in this world who are not merely people....they are treasures to forever hold in your heart. Our Doc was most certainly a treasure to all who knew him. <3

Message from Sandy Tillotson

Doc will be ,greatly missed, he was a one-of-akind, He was a WONDERFUL man,very loving, kind,gentle, very reasonable. He took care of my dogs from their first shots until it was time for him to send them to doggie Heaven many years later. I remember once when I had a dog that refused to eat & I thought he would have to put her to sleep but he said he would try to save her, & he did.No matter what time of day you called him he would say come on over. You will definitely be missed. Prayers to all theUnderwood family in the loss of your Husband & Father

A candle was lit by Valerie DiSanto Lawrence on April 30, 2017 5:25 PM

Message from Deborah Hotaling

I'm sorry to hear of the passing of Doc, he was a great guy, and one of the best veterinarian around. He was very passionate and caring man, he will be missed. Fly high doc...RIP...

A candle was lit by Mary Betters on April 30, 2017 1:24 PM

Message from Marcia (Gadsby) Lenz

I have memories from childhood of the wonderful care we could expect for our family pets. He was a good man. So sad to hear of his passing.
Marcia (Gadsby) Lenz, Exeter, NH

A candle was lit by Rich and Kathy Baehr on April 30, 2017 12:39 PM

A candle was lit by Kristopher and Marjone Tracy on April 30, 2017 12:39 PM

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Sending our Condolences to your family at this time Doc Underwood was always good to my family and our pets he will be greatly missed keeping you in our thoughts and prayers

A candle was lit by Kristopher and Marjone Tracy on April 30, 2017 12:35 PM

Message from Faye Marion

For many years "Doc" cared for our farm animals and pets, starting when I was a pre-teen and caring for my fur babies after I married. He helped me through the sadness of having to send a few of my babies over the Rainbow Bridge, and gave my latest fur baby her first inoculations. I cannot say enough good things about "Doc", as he was always patient, caring and sympathetic when the occasion called for sympathy. He treated all animals as if they were children, got down at their level and talked to them, at least in my presence. A wonderful man that will be one among many angels!

A candle was lit by Yvonne Pryor on April 30, 2017 11:50 AM

Message from Yvonne Pryor

So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort knowing he is at peace.

Message from Ellen

Doc was truly one of a kind. I remember him coming to my dad's farms was I was little. Years later I moved to King Ferry and he took care of my family pets. He always asked after my father. When my beloved dog needed to be put to sleep he came to my house to do so while we held her. Later when my husband went to his practice to pay for it, the receptionist said there was no charge because Doc said we had been through enough. He probably never knew how revered he was because he just did what he loved. Rest In Peace and sympathies to Doc's family.

A candle was lit by D on April 30, 2017 9:52 AM

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A RAY OF SUNSHINE was sent on April 30, 2017

Much love and sorrow for your dad/grampa's passing. Faye and Paul

Message from The Kachnycz Family

We are so sad to hear of Doc's passing. He was such a gentle and caring man! I remember my parents taking our pets to Doc and I continued to take our pets once I started my family. He was such a quiet man but what a huge presence in our community! Thoughts and prayers to the family...he will be missed by everyone! 🙏🏼🐶🐮🐰🐹🐭

A candle was lit by Patricia Nolan and family on April 30, 2017 7:12 AM

A candle was lit by Kurt Becker, RIP-he cared for a great many of our fur family on April 30, 2017 3:01 AM

Message from Auburn Ny

I had heard about Doc from my uncles who loved him as a young girl who's dog just died and my Boyfriend adopted me a new puppy who ended up deathly ilI I called Doc at 11 pm no it's not too late you bring that puppy right over, so we drove the 45min and he was waiting for us he said my dear this puppy is very sick I think he has parvo i said please Doc save him please!!! He did and he also put him to sleep for me 14 years later!! He charged us hardly anything for treating Spanky for Parvo a young couple starting out with a sick doggie! He took my midnight phone call for sick Ducks and gave us a few extra month nursing my sick kitty!! Doc you were an amazing man that always gave me hope I will never forget you!! You were one of a kind and I'm so sad these animals wont have you any more!! I'm sure you are surrounded in heaven with lots of fur babies!!! So long Doc we will never forget you!! Coleen Elser-Young

Message from Steve and Barb Bates

Doc you will be miss by many and we all thank you very much for being the sweetest man ever. For taking care of our loving pets in the past. For all the love and care you gave our family for many years with our family pets. Heaven is a lucky place to have such a special man....

Message from Lorraine Hunt Carder

Doc Underwood as my family always called him was one of a kind. Wonderful Vet and caring person, always made time to see our pets. My sympathy to his family, he will always be remembered fondly.

A candle was lit by Donna Beatty Shirsty on April 29, 2017 11:45 PM

Message from Keith Welch

Thanks Doc for your love and caring for animals and those who think that they own them. It was one of the great pleasures of our lives to have had you care for pets.

Message from Chasity

Was a great vet, the only one I ever cared for and trusted with my animals. Will be missed

Message from Rachel Ward

I'm so sorry to hear about Doc Underwood's passing. He was such an amazing person and phenomenal with all his patients. I have so many stories about him as I've taken all of my fur babies to him from the time we moved to king ferry in 88 and my grandmother before that. My thoughts are with all of his family and know that all of the animals that he helped throughout his career were waiting to greet him. RIP Doc - you were one of a kind and will be missed beyond words ❤️

A candle was lit by Ward Famy on April 29, 2017 10:11 PM

Message from Art and Mary DiSanto

Sympathy to the whole family...Doc Underwood was such a good and kind man

Message from Doug and Barbara Lamphier, KY

We lived in Locke before moving to KY and respected and loved Doctor Underwood. He would come and care for our animals with his wisdom and kindness. A great man who will be greatly missed. Our prayers for his family.

Message from Cindy McDougal

When I was a little girl Doc Underwood always came to our farm. I remember him always taking the time to talk with me. A great man whom I am glad to have known.
Prayers to the family.

Message from Cindy McDougal

When I was a little girl Doc Underwood always came to our farm. I remember him always taking the time to talk with me. A great man whom I am glad to have known.
Prayers to the family.

A candle was lit by Thomas & Faith Kinney on April 29, 2017 9:07 PM

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Dr. Underwood healed and cared for our pets through out my childhood then into my alulthood, he was a kind understanding man with a heart of gold. I'm so glad I had the privilege of knowing him and I knew I could trust him with the lives of my animals that were to me my family.
I send his family our condolences and sympathy for your loss, he will truly be missed. God bless you Dr. Underwood fly high with the angels.

Message from Christine & Joe Miller

Doc was an amazing vet, so many wonderful memories of him treating our pets. What a truly beautiful man who will be greatly missed. Our prayers to his family

Message from Melanie

The end of an era- I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I brought my animals to doc Underwood for many years- he was always respectful, reasonable, and practical. So thankful for the help he gave us and to have known him. He is the example other vets should strive to resemble.

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Message from OGrady family

Thanks for all you did Doc. You took care of our fur babies for many years. You will be missed.

A candle was lit by John Sanford on April 29, 2017 7:42 PM

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Message from Eric (Rick) Bruneau

Sorry to see Doc has passed he was my vet for many many years & always was more than fair helping people out! He will be surely missed

A candle was lit by Julie Lewis on April 29, 2017 6:58 PM

A candle was lit by Georgia Eastman, Lansing, NY on April 29, 2017 6:30 PM

A candle was lit by Nicholson Pa on April 29, 2017 5:49 PM

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Sorry for your loss. He was truly a wonderful man. I remember taking our pets to him as I was growing up. He was a great person and a great Vet. God Bless your family and friends and God Bless you Doc Underwood.

Message from Lynne

All our sympathy and love. Chrissy, Squirt, Goblin, Toby, Emma, Daisy, and Pickles. You were the best of the best

Message from denise & karl bush

Sending love & hugs & prayers to the family he was a great man

Message from Karin Wikoff

Doc lived a long life, and lived it well, helping so many people and their animals. He helped my family many times.

I'd like to say a special thank you for the work on Sputnik -- an elderly tame barn cat that belonged to my fella. Sputnik had had his paws all burned, blistered, and burst (apparently) from stepping on a hot surface AND he had been coated in liquid manure, insuring the infection of the paws. We thought he was a goner, but Doc said -- Let me just try. He cleaned the four paws and wrapped them up and sent him home with antibiotic. The paws re-infected and stunk, but Doc cleaned them again, and Sputnik healed. Sputnik loved people but hated other cats and lived out his last days in DJ Grady's barn, where we checked up on him and he was happy and warm.

That's just one of the many pet stories I could tell -- so many pets helped, especially when we had almost no money to feed ourselves, much less pay vet bills. Doc was a good person and helped so many. He will be missed, but he deserves his rest. May his family find peace.

Message from Florence Chadwick-Banner

I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to the whole family. He was a great gentelman and vet.

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A candle was lit by Cathy (Clark) Aldinger on April 29, 2017 3:21 PM

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Our prayers are with all of the family as you say good-bye to an amazing individual. We rejoice because of the assurance Art is in heaven now because of his faith in the the Lord and we know we will see him again someday.

A candle was lit by Jim & Brenda Ness on April 29, 2017 3:20 PM

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Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

A candle was lit by Jim & Brenda Ness on April 29, 2017 3:18 PM

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Message from Marcia (Sanders) and Gary Harvey

To all of Uncle Art's family, our deep sympathy.

When I was a little girl Uncle Art allowed me to tag along with him as he made his calls. He answered my many questions simply, patiently - as if I were a grown-up. While his work was important and fascinating, his kindness and respect made me feel important too.

Later as a college student my (soon-to-be) husband and I made many weekend visits. We felt welcomed and enjoyed late night chats over coffee (and sometimes TV horror shows). These deep and/or frivolous talks made me feel we were accepted as adults.

Our world is certainly diminished by the loss of Uncle Art, but we were all very enriched by his presence in our lives.

A candle was lit by Kevin, Andrew, Joseph, Ezekiel on April 29, 2017 11:23 AM

Message from Kevin and Andrew

We're blessed to have this man's son as our Minister/Teacher. It's obvious this was one outstanding man who is now enjoying being in an incredible place. Peace to all who loved this man and were blessed by his life.

Message from Denise A Lewis

So sorry to hear about your dad. He leaves a wonderful legacy of love and faith in his children and grandchildren. You're all in my prayers.

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A BALANCE EASEL SPRAY was sent on April 29, 2017

With Love, from Al & Marilyn Basl & family