Larry Dale McBride, 77, of Marissa, IL, born January 5, 1944 in Tilden, IL, passed away on Friday November 5, 2021 at Red Bud Regional Hospital. Mr. McBride honorably served his country in the United States Army during Vietnam. Larry was a retired coal miner, a member of the United Mine Workers and also Sparta, IL VFW Post 2698. His greatest role was being “Pappy” to his three grandchildren.
Mr. McBride was preceded in death by his parents – Harold O. and Verna (Montgomery) McBride, one brother – Willard McBride and two brothers-in-law – Dick Beckley and Don Etling.
Larry is survived by his loving wife – Sally D. (Weilmuenster) McBride, who he married on September 5, 1964 in Lenzburg, IL, two daughters – Kendra (Alan) Deterding of Red Bud IL and Tressa (Chris) Hill of Belleville, IL, one brother – Bernell (Donna) McBride of Coulterville, IL, two sisters – Helen Beckley of Woodlawn, IL and Judy Etling of Tilden, IL, one sister-in-law – Eris McBride of Tilden, IL, and three grandchildren – Keely Deterding, Aubrey Hill and Brennen Deterding. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Visitation: Friends and family will be gathering from 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday November 9, 2021 at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL.
Funeral: Services will be held at 9 a.m. on Wednesday November 10, 2021 at Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL with Rev. Don Wagner officiating. Burial will follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery in St. Louis, MO.
Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, IL is in charge of arrangements.
Sally our hearts break for you and your family. Larry was a wonderful neighbor and friend. We will miss him as will Sophie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We are here for you. Hugs to you all.
ReplyThinking of sally & the rest of the family during this time. We couldn’t have asked for better neighbors ♥️
ReplyOur deepest sympathy to Sally and the family. Praying for your comfort and peace in this difficult time.
ReplyDeepest sympathy to you and your family Sally.
ReplyOur deepest sympathies to Sally, Kendra, and Tressa, may God be with you in this difficult time.
ReplyAlthough I did not know your dad, I know what a wonderful person and teacher you are Kendra, which means he must have been pretty amazing! I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you and your family!
ReplyWe are very sorry for your loss. We will pray for you and your family.
ReplyDear Sally, “Mrs. MCBride” I am so sorry and very sad for your loss. May you find peace and treasure the memories. Condolences to Kendra and Tressa as well, I am truly sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts especially as the holidays come and the year ends. May love of family and friends help you through this difficult time.
ReplyOh Sally I was so sorry to read this. Thinking of you and your family. 🙏🏻
ReplyCondolences to the family..Thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
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Condolences to the family..Thinking of you all at this most difficult time.
Oh Sally I was so sorry to read this. Thinking of you and your family. 🙏🏻
We are very sorry for your loss. We will pray for you and your family.
Dear Sally, “Mrs. MCBride” I am so sorry and very sad for your loss. May you find peace and treasure the memories. Condolences to Kendra and Tressa as well, I am truly sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts especially as the holidays come and the year ends. May love of family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Although I did not know your dad, I know what a wonderful person and teacher you are Kendra, which means he must have been pretty amazing! I am so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you and your family!
Our deepest sympathies to Sally, Kendra, and Tressa, may God be with you in this difficult time.
Deepest sympathy to you and your family Sally.
Our deepest sympathy to Sally and the family. Praying for your comfort and peace in this difficult time.
Sally our hearts break for you and your family. Larry was a wonderful neighbor and friend. We will miss him as will Sophie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. We are here for you. Hugs to you all.
Thinking of sally & the rest of the family during this time. We couldn’t have asked for better neighbors ♥️