Donovan Rickell Underwood, 48 of Sylva, passed away Friday, Dec. 11, 2020, at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
A native of Graham County, he was the son of the late Ronnie Underwood of Robbinsville and Martha Brown of Murphy.
He is survived by his companion, Brandy Brewer of Sylva; daughter, Triniti Underwood of Sylva; daughter, Jacey Underwood of Robbinsville; sister, Laurie Underwood of Murphy; niece, Kiara Taylor of Murphy; nephew, Austin Rattler of Sylva; brothers, Ronnie Underwood Jr. and Billy Underwood, both of Robbinsville; and brother, Corey Underwood of Andrews.
Donovan was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and a friend to many throughout his life. He loved his family very much and was always willing to help a friend in need.
Graveside services were held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15, at 133 Cornsilk Branch Road, Robbinsville, with the Rev. Henry Ethridge Jr. officiating. Pallbearers were Charlie Garland, Jordan Garland, Chris Blount, Bo Brewer, Corey Underwood and Micah Boughman.
Townson-Smith Funeral Home, Robbinsville, was honored to be serving the Underwood family.