Karen K. Underhill, 80, of Callimont, died June 20, 2022 at Meadow View Nursing Center, Berlin. Born February 9, 1942 in Independence, Iowa, the daughter of Victor and Edna (Foust) Krob.
Preceded in death by her parents; and sister-in-law: Barbara Krob.
Survived by her husband, William R. Underhill; son: Douglas R. Underhill; and daughter: Carol L. Stevanus and husband Dennis; grandchildren: Kaleb E. Stevanus, Isaac R. Stevanus, and Rayne M. Stevanus. Also survived by her brother: Larry J. Krob and partner Dorothea Vemar.
She graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in piano and organ. After graduation she pursued clinical coursework and completed an internship in music therapy, becoming one of the first music therapists in the country. Music therapy was the focus of her early career. She worked for Somerset-Bedford Mental Health for 28 years and retired as a casework supervisor.
Her love of music was the foundation of a 65 year career as a church organist, locally serving SS. Philip and James and St. Michael’s Catholic Churches. She routinely traveled with her husband, an ordained Catholic deacon, as he served the community.
Her family, her work, her music and her hobbies enriched her life. She enjoyed following the adventures and misadventures of her children and grandchildren. She took great pride in the fact that her children and grandchildren each made music a part of their school experience. Cake decorating, ceramics, knitting and reading filled many of her free time hours.
Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Thursday, June 23, 2022 at SS. Philip and James Catholic Church, Meyersdale. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday following visitation, with the Very Reverend Alan Thomas officiating. Private committal SS. Philip and James Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Meyersdale Band Boosters, c/o Leanne Renzi, treasurer, 313 High St., Meyersdale, PA 15552 or the St. Vincent College Music Department.
Price Funeral Service, Inc., Meyersdale is honored to serve the Underhill family. (www.WilliamRowePrice.com)
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