Frederick S. McBride 94, of Phoenix, AZ passed on December 4, 2020. He was born on July 9, 1926 to George and Addie McBride in Evansville, Indiana. Fred was a World War II veteran and retired from the US Postal Service after 41 years. He also bred and raced Thoroughbred horses for over 30 years. He is survived by his son John (Susan), 4 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. Fred was preceded in death by his wife Rita of 63 years and his only daughter Barbara. May he rest in eternal peace.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM with a Rosary at 5:00 PM at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Monday, December 14, 2020 at St. Theresa Catholic Church, 5045 E. Thomas Road, Phoenix.
Those who wish to attend virtually due to the COVID 19 restrictions may view Rosary services at: https://www.facebook.com/WhitneyMurphyFH/live/ at 5:00 PM on December 13, 2020.
The Funeral Mass may also be viewed on December 14, 2020 at 10:30 AM at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp3WzQ513Qzu4-NSx7atMfw or at http://bit.ly/stphxyt
Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com.
Theresa Bell Hartley
John, Susan and Family,
I was so saddened to learn of your father’s passing, my Uncle George. Your Dad was my Mom’s oldest brother and she always admired him. I enjoyed receiving my Christmas card from him every Christmas season. Now his legacy will be yours to carry on.
I wanted you to know, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace as you face the difficult days ahead.
Much love to your family—–your cousin,
Theresa Bell Hartley
James Herbuveaux
To the McBride Family,
Fred worked for many years at both Arizona Downs and Turf Paradise as an usher in the Club House. His honesty and pleasant manner was apparent to everyone. It was because of this that he was promoted to Head Usher. There are many many people who will remember Fred’s pleasant smile and his warmth.
Jim Herbuveaux
Susan Forcum
Fred was a wonderful man that I met at St. Theresa Parish. He was a beautiful soul, a wonderful prayer warrior for others, especially for his deceased wife and daughter. Fred always maintained a wonderful smile, twinkle in his eye, a “can do” attitude (no matter how he was feeling). He loved his sweet treats (cookies, donuts) . and every once in a while I would make sure he had some special baked goods from me. Fred taught me how to age gracefully, never complain, just move forward and do the best you can and to be grateful. Fred is one of the last generation of our WW2 Veterans (never forget) and I am sure my deceased Marine Corps father gave Fred a great big Semper Fi (always faithful) salute to Fred when they finally met. Rest in Peace, life well served. Good and faithful servant.