Ted L. Underwood, 83, passed away Friday, February 6, 2026 at Highland Park Care Center.
Ted was born January 18, 1943 in Alliance, Nebraska to Ray and Irene (Vogel) Underwood. He graduated from Alliance High School in 1960 and later served his country in the United States Army. Following his honorable discharge, Ted returned home and began farming and ranching, a way of life he remained devoted to throughout his years.
On April 13, 1967, Ted was united in marriage to Shirley K. Prochazka in Hot Springs, South Dakota.
Ted never worked a day in his life, not because he wasn’t a hard worker, but because he loved it so much. When Ted wasn’t farming and working the ranch, he loved to travel, camp and hunt for rocks with his children. Later, when Tom and Crystal grew big enough to drive a four-wheeler, four-wheeling and fishing became a favorite pastime. After the rock collection, started by his parents Ray and Irene, was moved back to the farm, he found lots of enjoyment showing the collection to people from all around the country. Ted also took several memorable trips with close friends Ron and Randy over the years. He was always in search of the next adventure, a new sight to see, or a feed yard to look at. Another source of joy was his 6 grandchildren, Lydia Hauger, Colton Buskirk, Adelyn Buskirk, Jack Underwood, Ben Underwood and Ivy Underwood.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Underwood of Alliance; his children, Lisa (Chad) Hauger, Tom (Anna) Underwood and Crystal (Bryan) Buskirk, all of Alliance; his 6 grandchildren; his brothers, Garry (Jo Ellen) Underwood and Jerry (Connie) Underwood, all of Alliance; and several nieces, nephews and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bates-Gould Chapel. Burial will follow in the Alliance Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Memorials may be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.